Pcba Technician

Aerotek; California; On-site; USD 51,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

HSA

Time Off/Leave

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a PCBA Technician in Los Angeles, CA, to perform high-reliability electronics rework and repair. You will handle SMT soldering, micro-soldering under microscopes, and BGA/CSP rework with precision. Must read schematics and troubleshoot at the component level.

The role requires experience with IPC standards and a cleanroom/ESD environment, offering contract-to-hire with onsite work in Los Angeles.

Qualifications

• Experience performing PCBA rework and repair of high-reliability electronics.
• SMT soldering on fine-pitch components.
• Microscope-based micro-soldering tasks.
• Familiarity with BGA/CSP rework and replacement.

Responsibilities

• Conduct PCBA reworking and repair high-reliability electronics.
• Perform SMT soldering on fine-pitch surface mount components.
• Execute micro-soldering tasks using precision microscopes.
• Handle BGA/CSP rework, including advanced package removal and replacement.
• Troubleshoot at component level and isolate electrical faults.
• Conduct failure analysis and identify defects for diagnosis.
• Ensure IPC standards J-STD-001 and A-610 Class 3 compliance.
• Reinforce structural components through underfilling and staking.
• Repair traces, pads, and vias to restore PCB damage.
• Work in an electronics manufacturing and PCB assembly environment.

Skills

PCB rework

Schematic reading

Electrical fault isolation

Troubleshooting

ESD controlled environment

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Microscope inspection

IPC-7711/7721

IPC J-STD-001

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: PCBA Technician

PAY: Up to $53/hr

Job Description

As a PCBA Technician, you will be responsible for performing PCBA reworking and repairing high-reliability electronics. Your role will involve SMT soldering, handling fine-pitch surface mount components, and executing micro-soldering tasks under a microscope. You will also work on BGA/CSP rework, including advanced package removal and replacement, and conduct component-level troubleshooting and electrical fault isolation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct PCBA reworking and repair high-reliability electronics.
• Perform SMT soldering on fine-pitch surface mount components.
• Execute micro-soldering tasks using precision microscopes.
• Handle BGA/CSP rework, including advanced package removal and replacement.
• Troubleshoot at component level and isolate electrical faults.
• Conduct failure analysis and identify defects for diagnosis.
• Ensure compliance with IPC standards J-STD-001 and A-610 Class 3.
• Reinforce structural components through underfilling and staking.
• Repair traces, pads, and vias to restore PCB damage.
• Work in an electronics manufacturing and PCB assembly environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with harnessing, connector, wiring, and cable rework.
• Knowledge of IPC-7711/7721 for rework, modification, and repair standards.
• Proficiency in using oscilloscopes for signal analysis and debugging.
• Experience in cleanroom and ESD-controlled environments.
• Ability to read schematics for circuit understanding and build interpretation.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Los Angeles, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $37.00 - $54.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Los Angeles,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.