Soldering Technician

Yoh, A Day & Zimmermann Company; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

401K Retirement Savings Plan

Referral Bonus Programs

Certification and training

Life & Disability Insurance

Job summary

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, seeks a Contract Solder Technician to own highly complex soldering tasks on aerospace-grade hardware. You will work with in-house jigs and flight components, delivering high-volume production with microscope-enabled precision.

The role emphasizes independent initiative, rapid learning of proprietary tooling, and meticulous documentation of throughput and quality to support a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience soldering torque rods, magnetics, or high-current battery tabs.
• Daily high-precision soldering under a microscope as a primary task.
• Ability to learn and use in-house jigs and tooling for complex interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of specialized soldering tasks and assist high-volume PCBAs.
• Independently perform precision rework and assembly with high reliability.
• Use in-house fixtures/jigs to ensure repeatable, high-quality solder joints on non-standard components.
• Perform detailed assembly steps using a microscope for delicate components.
• Track work progress and maintain digital throughput records with in-house software.
• Organize hardware on trays and manage shifting priorities with minimal supervision.

Skills

Torque rods soldering

Microscope inspection

High-reliability soldering

Education

IPC-A-610 or J-STD-001

Tools

BGA rework stations

X-ray inspection

Job description

About the Role

You will be joining a world-class Satellite Manufacturing team. Currently, our production demands require a highly skilled Contract Solder Technician to take ownership of specialized, high-complexity assembly tasks. This role is designed for a technical expert who can hit the ground running, relieving pressure on our core team by independently managing high-volume production of intricate components. You will work with in-house custom jigs and specialized flight hardware where precision is the only acceptable standard.

Impact

• Specialized Flight Assembly: Take full ownership of complex soldering tasks, including torque rod assemblies and delicate battery tab interconnects.
• High-Volume Execution: Independently perform precision rework and assembly on a high volume of PCBAs daily.
• Jig-Based Precision: Use and maintain in-house custom fixtures/jigs to ensure repeatable, high-reliability solder joints on non-standard components.
• Precision Rework: Expertly add/remove components, install switches, and attach shields to boards using a microscope.
• Workflow Management: Use in-house software to track work progress and maintain digital records of throughput.
• Operational Excellence: Organize physical hardware on trays systematically and manage a shifting queue of priorities without constant supervision.

What You Bring

• Specific Mastery: Proven experience soldering torque rods, magnetics, or high-current battery tabs (highly preferred).
• Daily Precision Experience: A career background where high-reliability soldering under a microscope was the primary daily function, not a secondary task.
• Adaptability: Ability to quickly learn and utilize proprietary in-house jigs and tooling for complex mechanical-to-electrical interfaces.
• Independent Drive: Ability to work with minimal supervision and maintain high productivity in a fast-paced environment.
• Technical Literacy: Familiarity with electronic part numbering systems and the ability to read complex drawings/schematics.
• Certification: IPC-A-610 or J-STD-001 (Active or recently expired).

What Makes You Stand Out

• NASA 8739.3/.2 or J-STD-001 Space Addendum certification.
• Experience with BGA rework stations and X-ray inspection.
• Previous experience in Aerospace or Medical Device manufacturing.
• Experience with wire-to-tab bonding or high-vibration environment assembly.

Estimated Min Rate: $60.00 Estimated Max Rate: $65.00

What’s In It for You

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• MetLife Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Certification and training opportunities

Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, 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, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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