Experienced Solder & PCB Assembly Technician

Teledyne; Exton (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Teledyne Qioptiq in Exton, PA is seeking a Solder-Assembly Technician to join a high-precision manufacturing team. You will perform soldering and wire/cable assemblies, using schematics and drawings to build electro-mechanical components with minimal supervision.

The role requires strong manual dexterity, ability to read electrical/mechanical blueprints, and hands-on experience with PCB assembly. A commitment to quality and ability to work independently are essential.

Qualifications

• Three years plus soldering/assembly experience.
• Capable of soldering and de-soldering of surface mounted devices and through hole components
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Proficient with use of hand tools.
• Experience with PC Board assembly
• Hand soldering skills for small PCB based assemblies.
• Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
• Must be able to read and understand electrical and mechanical blueprints.
• Knowledge of Components.
• Understanding of electricity/electronics.
• Understand basic ESD handling requirements.
• Demonstrates the ability to concentrate for extended periods on highly repetitive tasks.
• Computer proficient and able to learn new software programs.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Flexible and eager to do what’s necessary to get the job done.
• U.S. CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED

Responsibilities

• Performs soldering, building wire and cable assemblies and other assembly operations.
• Maintains and operates soldering equipment.
• Performs intermediate assembly tasks as required.
• Simple mechanical fabrication and assembly using hand tools.
• Conduct / monitor experiments on high voltage, high power devices.
• Works from work orders, engineering drawings, and visual/written work instructions to assemble electro- mechanical components.
• Identify and initiate continuous improvement for product safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Inspect finished products for quality assurance.
• Assist in resolving production failures or product issues.
• Use word processing and spreadsheet software for documentation.
• Mark and tag components so that stock inventory will be tracked and identified.
• Utilizing electrical schematics wire systems and cabinets with minimal supervision.
• Preparing components for installation, including forming components by hand or automation, bending leads and preconditioning leads or wires
• Operate basic equipment such as microscopes, scales, gauges, and crimping equipment.

Skills

Soldering

Wire & cable assembly

Electrical schematics

Blueprints reading

Hand tools

PCB assembly

Quality inspection

Independent work

Education

Two-year technical degree

Tools

Microscopes

Soldering equipment

Job description

Teledyne Qioptiq in Exton, PA is seeking a Solder-Assembly Technician to join a high-precision manufacturing team. You will perform soldering and wire/cable assemblies, using schematics and drawings to build electro-mechanical components with minimal supervision.

The role requires strong manual dexterity, ability to read electrical/mechanical blueprints, and hands-on experience with PCB assembly. A commitment to quality and ability to work independently are essential.