Prototype Electronics Assembler - Precision Soldering & QC

Viasat; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 38,572 - 61,992; Full time

Job summary

Viasat in Tempe, AZ is seeking a Prototype Assembler to join our assembly team. You will complete assembly of electronic devices, perform manual soldering of surface-mount and through-hole components, and apply adhesives to PCBs.

You will assemble modules and wiring harnesses for printed circuit boards and housings. Responsibilities include reading schematics, following assembly instructions, aligning components, using tools or hoists, and conducting quality checks while maintaining a safe

Qualifications

• 4+ years of related experience in electronics assembly
• Experience performing manual soldering and assembly of electronic devices
• Excellent hand soldering skills. Fine pitch soldering required
• Experience working in an engineering prototype environment
• Excellent digital literacy
• Excellent mechanical assembly skills
• Ability to read and follow drawings
• Ability to work on assemblies while looking through a microscope for 8+ hours per day
• High school diploma or GED or equivalent experience
• US Government Position. US Citizenship Required

Responsibilities

• Produces components by assembling parts and subassemblies.
• Reads and deciphers schematics, blueprints, and assembly instructions.
• Positions or aligns components and parts, either manually or with hoists.
• Uses hand tools or machines to assemble parts.
• Conducts quality control checks.
• Cleans and maintains work area and equipment, including tools.

Skills

Electronics assembly

Manual soldering

Fine pitch soldering

Engineering prototype work

Digital literacy

Mechanical assembly

Reading drawings

Microscope inspection

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Oracle

Solumina

Agile

Microsoft Office

Job description

Viasat in Tempe, AZ is seeking a Prototype Assembler to join our assembly team. You will complete assembly of electronic devices, perform manual soldering of surface-mount and through-hole components, and apply adhesives to PCBs.

You will assemble modules and wiring harnesses for printed circuit boards and housings. Responsibilities include reading schematics, following assembly instructions, aligning components, using tools or hoists, and conducting quality checks while maintaining a safe