Microelectronics Solder Assembler

Spectrum Control, Inc.; Town of Marlborough (NY); On-site; USD 41,328 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

PTO

Benefits from day 1

Job summary

Spectrum Control, Inc. is looking for a Senior Microelectronics Assembler in Marlborough, NY. The role involves assembling high-reliability RF microelectronics modules using solder mount technology within a defense electronics environment.

Required qualifications include a minimum of 7 years in microelectronics assembly and knowledge of military/aerospace standards. The position offers competitive wages, PTO, and benefits starting on day 1.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of hands-on experience in microelectronics assembly.
• Knowledge and understanding of military and aerospace standards.
• Experience working in Class1000 or Class10,000 cleanroom environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate SMT microelectronics equipment: soldering irons, hot plates.
• Perform post-solder cleaning of SMT boards for high quality.
• Inspect in-process and final assemblies under high magnification.

Skills

Excellent hand-eye coordination

Manual dexterity for high-precision work

Strong communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certificate or associate degree

Job description

At Spectrum Control, most departments operate on a 4-day, 10-hour work schedule in exchange for a 3-day weekend. We offer competitive wages and PTO, plus our benefits begin on day 1 of employment.

Job Summary

Senior Microelectronics Assembler – responsible for assembling high-reliability RF microelectronic modules using solder mount technology (SMT) within a defense electronics manufacturing environment.

Wage Range: $30.00–$40.00/hr.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate SMT microelectronics equipment: soldering irons, hot plates, vacuum ovens, reflow tools.
• Rework components as small as 0201 and various sizes of QFNs and packaged parts with tight pitch.
• Perform post‑solder cleaning of SMT boards for high quality.
• Solder connectors, strip leads, tin components, and crimp harnesses.
• Interpret and work from detailed engineering and production drawings, process travelers, and assembly instructions.
• Maintain strict adherence to ESD controls, cleanroom protocols, and workmanship standards (e.g., J-STD-001 Class3).
• Learn advanced BGA solder reflow equipment.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certificate or associate degree preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of hands‑on experience in microelectronics assembly, specifically in defense or aerospace environments.
• Excellent hand‑eye coordination and manual dexterity for high‑precision work under a microscope.
• Knowledge and understanding of military and aerospace standards (MIL‑STD‑883, J-STD‑001 Class3, IPC‑A‑610/STD‑001).
• Experience working in Class1000 or Class10,000 cleanroom environments.
• Certification in IPC J-STD-001 and/or MIL-STD-883 procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Self‑motivated, reliable, and able to work independently in a fast‑paced, secure environment.
• U.S. citizenship for handling ITAR documents.
• Strong communication skills and ability to follow detailed instructions and process documentation.
• Ability to work with engineers to aid in early development prototyping and contribute to process improvement initiatives.
• Leadership ability to train and work with other assemblers.
• Conduct die attach operations using conductive and non‑conductive epoxies or eutectic methods or learn attach methods.
• Collaborate with quality, process, and RF/hardware engineers to troubleshoot issues and improve yields.
• Perform precision assembly of high‑reliability microelectronic packages, including hybrid modules & IMA, MCMs, RF SMT boards and chip‑and‑wire assemblies.
• Inspect in‑process and final assemblies under high magnification to ensure compliance with military specifications (e.g., MIL-PRF-38534, MIL-STD-883).

Work Environment

Production Floor in a Manufacturing Facility.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)