PCB Soldering Technician

Leoforce; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Leoforce is seeking a PCB soldering technician in Torrance, CA to perform through-hole and SMT soldering on complex electronic assemblies. You will assemble, solder, rework components, and ensure compliance with J-STD-001 standards while maintaining detailed production documentation and collaborating with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing teams.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of hands-on soldering experience in regulated environments, reads drawings and BOMs, and demonstrates high

Qualifications

• 4+ years of hands-on PCB/electronics soldering experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• J-STD-001 certification preferred.
• Experience with through-hole and/or SMT soldering.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings, schematics, work instructions, and BOMs.
• Familiarity with ESD-controlled manufacturing environments.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating with a production team.

Responsibilities

• Perform through-hole and/or surface-mount soldering on PCBs and electronic assemblies.
• Assemble, solder, modify, and rework PCB components according to drawings and specs.
• Follow J-STD-001 standards and workmanship requirements.
• Inspect solder joints and assemblies for workmanship, polarity, and defects.
• Read engineering drawings, schematics, instructions, and BOMs; maintain accuracy in docs.
• Identify workmanship issues and communicate quality concerns to the team.
• Work with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing to resolve issues.

Education

J-STD-001 certification

Tools

Microscope inspection

Soldering irons

Hot air/rework equipment

Job description

Job Description

Salary: $80,000 - $94,000 per year

Job Details

• Perform through-hole and/or surface-mount soldering on printed circuit boards and electronic assemblies.
• Assemble, solder, modify, and rework PCB components according to drawings, work instructions, and engineering specifications.
• Work to J-STD-001 standards and applicable workmanship requirements.
• Perform soldering using microscopes, magnification equipment, soldering irons, hot air/rework equipment, and other hand tools.
• Inspect solder joints and assemblies for proper workmanship, component placement, polarity, solder flow, and potential defects.
• Perform component replacement, repair, and rework as needed.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, assembly instructions, and BOMs.
• Maintain accurate production and inspection documentation.
• Identify workmanship issues and communicate quality concerns to the appropriate team members.
• Follow established ESD, safety, quality, and manufacturing procedures.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Work closely with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to resolve assembly and soldering issues.
• Meet established quality and production requirements while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of hands-on PCB/electronics soldering experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Current J-STD-001 certification preferred.
• Candidates who have previously worked to J-STD-001 standards will also be considered.
• Experience with through-hole and/or SMT soldering.
• Ability to perform detailed soldering and rework under magnification.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings, schematics, work instructions, and BOMs.
• Familiarity with ESD-controlled manufacturing environments.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a production team.
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Aerospace, defense, medical device, electronics, or other highly regulated manufacturing experience is a plus.

Preferred Experience

• IPC/J-STD-001 certification
• IPC-A-610 familiarity or certification
• Experience with PCB inspection and rework
• Experience soldering fine-pitch components
• Experience working under a microscope
• Experience with aerospace, defense, or other high-reliability electronic assemblies
• Experience working in an AS9100 or similarly regulated manufacturing environment

A bit about us:

We are working with a national Aerospace and Defense player that has been experiencing incredible growth in all parts of their company. If you ware looking for a company that can provide an excellent name/reputation, along with great career stability and benefits,

Why join us?

• Work on mission-critical aerospace and defense programs
• Collaborate with experienced engineering, manufacturing, quality, and program teams
• Contribute to new product development and continuous improvement initiatives
• Gain exposure to advanced manufacturing technologies and complex assemblies
• Work in an environment where quality, reliability, and engineering precision are highly valued
• Join a company with a long-standing presence in the aerospace and defense industry
• Build experience across a diverse portfolio of commercial, military, and space applications
• Have the opportunity to make a direct impact on products where performance and reliability truly matter