PCB Rework Technician: Precision Soldering & Repair

Rocket-Ems; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Rocket EMS is seeking a Rework Technician to modify, repair, or replace components on PCBAs to meet customer specifications and IPC standards. This role emphasizes soldering expertise, component identification, and rework techniques for both surface-mount and through-hole technologies.

The position requires 2+ years of PCBA rework/repair experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and preferred IPC-610/ IPC-7711/7721 certifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; electronics training or certification preferred.
• 2+ years of PCBA rework/repair experience.
• IPC-A-610 and IPC-7711/7721 certification strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform rework/repair of PCBAs using hand soldering, hot air rework stations, and specialized tools.
• Remove and replace SMT and through-hole components without damaging the board or nearby parts.
• Interpret ECOs and assembly docs including schematics and work orders.
• Inspect work with magnification or X-ray to ensure IPC 610/7711/7721 compliance.
• Troubleshoot defects such as opens, shorts, solder bridges, or misaligned parts.
• Document repairs and maintain records of rework activities.
• Communicate rework requirements or process improvements with engineering and QA.

Skills

Hand soldering

Fine-pitch SMT

Through-hole soldering

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; electronics training preferred

Tools

Magnification

X-ray inspection

Rework equipment (hot air, soldering iron)

Job description

Rocket EMS is seeking a Rework Technician to modify, repair, or replace components on PCBAs to meet customer specifications and IPC standards. This role emphasizes soldering expertise, component identification, and rework techniques for both surface-mount and through-hole technologies.

The position requires 2+ years of PCBA rework/repair experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and preferred IPC-610/ IPC-7711/7721 certifications.