IPC Class 3 Solder Technician — Precision PCB Assembly

BSU Electronics; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Job summary

BSU Inc. is seeking a skilled assembler/solderer to work on printed circuit boards, performing surface mount and through-hole soldering, visual inspection, and dimensional checks to IPC‑A‑610 Class 3. You will read BOMs and assembly drawings to ensure high quality assemblies for customers.

ITAR restrictions apply; US Citizenship or green card required. Strong English communication and meticulous documentation are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Experience soldering surface mount and through-hole components to IPC Class 3.
• Experience inspecting surface mount and through hole solder per IPC-A-610 Class 3 workmanship requirements.
• Good working knowledge of ESD and IPC-A-610 class 3 workmanship requirements.
• Familiarity with J Standard or Mil-cert is beneficial.
• Reading and comprehending process documentation including Bills of Materials and Assembly drawings.
• Excellent English communication, both verbal and written.
• Strong organizational skills with part counting ability.
• Ability to follow detailed written or oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Solder surface mount components (Fine pitch, SOIC etc.).
• Solder through-hole components.
• Perform visual inspection of PCBs for IPC-A-610 workmanship requirements.
• Inspect using microscopes, calipers, and micrometers.
• Approve finished products by confirming specifications; conduct tests; return products for rework.
• Maintain quality standards by approving incoming materials, in-process production, and finished products; record quality results.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Soldering IPC Class 3

Quality workmanship

Read BOMs & drawings

Attention to detail

English communication

Documentation literacy

Component identification

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Microscopes

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

BSU Inc. is seeking a skilled assembler/solderer to work on printed circuit boards, performing surface mount and through-hole soldering, visual inspection, and dimensional checks to IPC‑A‑610 Class 3. You will read BOMs and assembly drawings to ensure high quality assemblies for customers.

ITAR restrictions apply; US Citizenship or green card required. Strong English communication and meticulous documentation are essential for success in this role.