Senior Electronics Lab Assembly / Solder Technician

Prattwhitney; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Flexible schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Job summary

RTX is seeking an Engineering Support Solder Technician in Huntsville to rework micro-sized components on CCAs and prototype sub-assemblies, using SMT soldering and related fabrication skills. The role involves prototyping and repair of returned materials, documenting all work for conformity, and supporting the Engineering team as needed.

The candidate will perform fine-pitch SMT soldering under a microscope, verify quality, build and repair cable assemblies, and recommend corrective actions.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or AA/AS degree with 4+ years of relevant experience

Responsibilities

• Micro-soldering under a microscope
• Quality verification under a microscope
• Repair and replacement of wire harnesses and cable assemblies
• Replace mechanical and electrical components
• Identify failures and propose corrective actions
• Work from verbal instructions to achieve output
• Keep management informed of unresolved issues affecting schedules or quality
• Provide support to Engineering development and lab assignments

Skills

Micro-soldering

Fine pitch SMT

Solder verification

Reading schematics

Hand tools

Wire harness repair

Education

HS Diploma or AA/AS

Tools

IPC 610

IPC 620

IPC J-STD-001

X-acto knives

Heat gun

Crimping tools

Soldering iron

Job description

Country: United States of America Location: US-AL-HUNTSVILLE-315 ~ 315 Bob Heath Dr ~ BOB HEATH Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

An Engineering Support Solder Technician is primarily responsible to use their fine pitch SMT soldering skills to rework and modify engineering micro-sized components on CCAs and prototype sub-assemblies as well as use other fabrication and test skills to completed assemblies and cable/harness systems per Engineering drawings, schematics, or work instructions. Work includes Engineering prototyping and repair of returned materials. The successful candidate will demonstrate the skills and knowledge required to effectively and efficiently repair or replace defective Engineering micro-components and wiring to ensure installations meet Engineering conformity. He or she will demonstrate effective cable/harness repair techniques using acceptable practices including splicing, crimping, soldering and pinning of wiring. You will ensure that all work performed is properly and completely documented and ready for use. The candidate may also provide on the job recommendations to solve hardware integration issues with mid and upper-level Engineering and Leadership. The candidate will comply with the company’s FOD program, tool control program and all safety regulations.

What You Will Do

• Micro-soldering under a microscope
• Quality verification/inspection under a microscope
• Building new, as well as identifying, repairing, and replacing damage to wire harnesses and cable assemblies
• Replacing mechanical and electrical components
• Recognizing failures and isolating problems and suggesting appropriate corrective action
• Work from verbal instructions and conceptual ideas to achieve a desired output
• Keeping management appraised of all unresolved and/or potential problems that would negatively affect schedules or quality
• Providing support to the Engineering development team on all assignments and supporting other lab assignments within our department

Qualifications

You Must Have HS Diploma or AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience A minimum of 4 years of micro-soldering fine pitch SMT components Verification/Inspection experience with associated standards, processes, and documentation Qualifications We Prefer IPC 610 certification. IPC 620 certification. IPC J-STD-001 solder certification. Associates Degree in a Technical field. Recent experience using hand tools such as cutters, wire strippers, X-acto knives, electric heat gun, and fixtures such as mold and mandrels. Work experience with mechanical standards, processes, and documentation. Experience with solder associated standards, processes, and documentation. Experience with quality standards, processes, and documentation. Experience working within an Engineering Technical Support Environment. Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, memos, schematics, detailed electronic blueprints, and other similar authorized drawings and documents. CCA manufacturing experience. Fabrication Standards, Processes, and Documentation. Ability to fabricate special tooling to complete one-of-a-kind tasking.

The salary range for this role is 43,400 USD - 82,600 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class.

RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.