SMT Electronics Hardware Technician (1st Shift, Temporary)

SRC Inc.; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

SRCTec, LLC is seeking a temporary Associate Electronics Hardware Technician to support our SMT production and rework operations. You will perform PCA assembly, hand soldering, and SMT rework in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of PCB assembly experience, IPC Class 2/3 soldering skills, and the ability to read blueprints and follow detailed work instructions. This role emphasizes safety, quality, and precision work in Syracuse, NY.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 5+ years of related experience.
• Experience with Printed Circuit Board assembly and SMT rework.
• IPC Class 2/3 soldering experience and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-level PCA production support, SMT assembly and rework.
• Perform hand soldering and machine soldering for SMT operations and PCA rework.
• Complete manual soldering and PCB assembly with high accuracy.

Skills

PCB assembly

SMT rework

Hand soldering

IPC Class 2/3 soldering

J‑STD‑001 certification

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in related field

Tools

Hand tools

IPC Class 2/3 soldering tools

Job description

SRCTec, LLC is hiring a temporary Associate Electronics Hardware Technician to support our fast‑paced Surface Mount Technology (SMT) production and SMT rework operations. Ideal candidates bring hands‑on experience in Printed Circuit Board (PCB) assembly, SMT rework, hand soldering, and IPC Class 2/3 standards. If you’re detail‑oriented, skilled with electronics hardware, and eager to contribute to a high‑tech manufacturing environment, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

• Provide first‑level support for Printed Circuit Assembly (PCA) production, SMT assembly, and SMT rework tasks
• Perform hand soldering and machine soldering for SMT secondary operations and PCA rework
• Complete manual soldering and PCB assembly operations with high accuracy
• Interpret engineering blueprints, schematics, mechanical drawings, and detailed assembly instructions
• Use computer systems to access, interpret, and follow production work instructions and procedures
• Support front‑end SMT tasks including component ordering, trolley setup, de‑kitting/teardown, and component X‑ray verification
• Adapt quickly to shifting priorities and multitask in a fast‑paced SMT production environment
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety‑compliant work area

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma and 5+ years of related experience, or Associate degree in a related field
• 5+ years of printed circuit board assembly experience (preferred)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and maintain strong attention to detail
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and build effective working relationships
• Self‑motivated team contributor
• General computer proficiency (Word and Excel)
• Skilled in using hand tools and capable of lifting 40 pounds
  
• Experience with IPC Class 2 & 3 soldering required
• J‑STD‑001 certification preferred

Ways to Stand Out

• Experience with SMT rework, SMT board heaters, and PCB rework equipment preferred
• Hands‑on experience with SMT processes, PCB assembly techniques, and precision soldering in a manufacturing environment

What Sets Us Apart?

SRCTec, LLC is a manufacturing and life cycle management company specializing in the cost-effective production of high-quality, high-reliability, advanced military electro-mechanical products. SRCTec is a wholly owned subsidiary of SRC, Inc.

SRC is a not‑for‑profit research and development company that combines information, science, technology and ingenuity to solve “impossible” problems in the areas of defense, environment and intelligence. Across our family of companies, we apply bright minds, fresh thinking and relentless determination to deliver innovative products and services that redefining possible. When you join our team, you’ll be a part of something truly meaningful — helping to keep America and its allies safe and strong. You’ll collaborate with more than 1,400 engineers, scientists and professionals — with 20 percent of those employees having served in the military — in a highly innovative, inclusive and equitable work environment. You’ll receive a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package that includes four or more weeks of paid time off to start, 10 percent employer contribution toward retirement, and 100 percent tuition support.

Total compensation for this role is market competitive. The anticipated salary range for this position based out of Syracuse, NY is estimated at $23/hour - $27/hour. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s experience, skills, and abilities, geographic location as well as other business and organizational needs. SRC offers competitive benefit options, for more details please visit our website.