Precision Soldering Technician – On-Site

CIS Secure; Virginia; On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company matching

Dental insurance

Medical insurance

Health Savings Account option

Flexible Spending

Vision insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holiday pay

Job summary

CIS Secure is seeking skilled Soldering Technicians to join our Production Team in Ashburn, Virginia. This on-site role supports soldering, rework, and repair of specialized electronic equipment for defense, intelligence, and homeland security customers.

You will perform precision hand soldering, read engineering drawings, inspect work for IPC standards, and collaborate to maintain production quality and throughput in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of electronic soldering techniques, electro-mechanical assembly, and electronics manufacturing processes.
• Experience soldering wire harnesses, plated through-hole components, and surface-mount components.
• Ability to perform detailed soldering work involving small electronic components.
• Familiarity with IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, and/or IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards.
• Ability to obtain IPC certification within 90 days if not currently certified.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow technical drawings, PCBA schematics, wiring diagrams, specs, and instructions.
• Proficiency with soldering stations, irons, desoldering tools, wire strippers, cutters, and crimping tools.
• Strong manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for precise soldering.
• Ability to inspect solder joints and assemblies for defects and workmanship quality.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of equipment maintenance and workplace safety procedures.
• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and with a production team.
• Must qualify as a U.S. person under export control regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform precision hand soldering of electronic components, terminals, connectors, wires, and PCBAs.
• Assemble and solder electro-mechanical products, cables, and wiring harnesses.
• Perform soldering and rework of PTH and SMT components, including fine-pitch parts.
• Use desoldering tools to remove and replace components or repair joints.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Inspect solder joints and assemblies for IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, and IPC/WHMA-A-620 compliance.
• Perform testing, troubleshooting, rework, and repair activities as needed.
• Conduct wire harness pull testing and inspect terminal crimps with appropriate equipment.
• Follow work instructions for materials, fluxes, tools, and equipment.
• Maintain soldering stations and related tools for consistent performance.

Skills

Soldering techniques

Wire harness soldering

SMT & through-hole

IPC standards

IPC certification within 90 days

Reading blueprints & schematics

Soldering tools proficiency

Manual dexterity

Inspection & quality

Troubleshooting

Safety & maintenance

Fast-paced production

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

U.S. export compliance

Education

High school diploma

Hands-on soldering experience

Tools

Soldering stations

Soldering irons

Desoldering tools

Wire strippers

Cutters & crimping tools

Job description

CIS Secure is seeking skilled Soldering Technicians to join our Production Team in Ashburn, Virginia. This on-site role supports soldering, rework, and repair of specialized electronic equipment for defense, intelligence, and homeland security customers.

You will perform precision hand soldering, read engineering drawings, inspect work for IPC standards, and collaborate to maintain production quality and throughput in a fast-paced environment.