Space PCB Rework & Soldering Technician - Contractor

LeoLabs; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

LeoLabs is seeking skilled Solder / PCB Rework Technicians for project-based, independent contractor work at our Menlo Park, CA headquarters. You will support production of hardware and radar systems, performing hand soldering, PCB rework, and inspection across electronic and RF components.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in electronics assembly, with IPC workmanship familiarity, and the ability to work independently to meet production timelines in a dynamic startup environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in electronics assembly, soldering, or PCB rework.
• Demonstrated experience with fine-pitch hand soldering and component-level rework.
• Ability to read assembly drawings, work instructions, BOMs, and basic engineering documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and workmanship in a production environment.
• Ability to work independently and meet production deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Perform hand soldering of through-hole and surface mount electronic components
• Execute PCB rework, component replacement, wire modification, and blue-wire changes per work instructions or engineering direction
• Inspect solder joints, component placement, and workmanship to ensure compliance with quality standards
• Support board-level assembly, touch-up, repair, and prototype modification activities
• Identify defects, damage, or nonconformances and escalation appropriately
• Maintain clean and organized work areas and handle ESD-sensitive hardware properly
• Support production schedules by completing work on time and communicating blockers

Skills

Soldering

PCB rework

Electronics assembly

Inspection

Production deadlines

Tools

Microscope work

ESD handling equipment

Coaxial assembly tools

Job description

LeoLabs is seeking skilled Solder / PCB Rework Technicians for project-based, independent contractor work at our Menlo Park, CA headquarters. You will support production of hardware and radar systems, performing hand soldering, PCB rework, and inspection across electronic and RF components.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in electronics assembly, with IPC workmanship familiarity, and the ability to work independently to meet production timelines in a dynamic startup environment.