Surface Mount Mixed Technology Op

Lockheed Martin; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

EAP

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Job summary

Lockheed Martin is seeking an experienced assembler for SMT, PTH and mixed-technology hardware in Sunnyvale, CA. This role requires setting up and operating both automated and manual equipment, verifying processes, and maintaining proper component handling across multiple sites.

The candidate should have extensive experience in SMT and PTH manufacturing, with certifications in advanced soldering and related rework processes. Strong attention to detail and data recording are essential.

Qualifications

• Complete knowledge of programmable and robotic control systems in SMT/PTH/mixed tech manufacturing.
• Certification in advanced soldering and SMT production techniques.
• Training in advanced soldering rework and IPD teamwork.
• Typically 5 years PTH assembly + 2 years SMT operations experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate SMT, PTH and mixed technology hardware per specs and notes.
• Set up and operate automated and manual equipment; verify processes.
• Record component usage and test paste quality; manage feeders and carousels.
• Ensure proper loading of components and safe operation of reflow ovens.

Skills

Robotic control systems knowledge

Soldering certification

SMT/PTH manufacturing operations

Education

Advanced soldering certification

Advanced soldering rework training (IPD)

SMT theory and techniques training

Tools

Bar code data capture

Tinning machine operation

Job description

Standard Job Description

IAM Hourly represented employees who currently work at the main (Sunnyvale/Palo Alto) unit, Santa Cruz, Vandenburg Air Force Base or Eastern Range facilities.

Perform all operations in the manufacture and rework of surface mount technology (SMT), Plated Through Hole (PTH), and mixed technology (such as SMT and PTH) printed wiring assemblies and related technologies using computer aided and manually operated machinery. Perform equipment set-up, operation, and product and process verification.

Standard Job Description

IAM Hourly represented employees who currently work at the main (Sunnyvale/Palo Alto) unit, Santa Cruz, Vandenburg Air Force Base or Eastern Range facilities.

Perform all operations in the manufacture and rework of surface mount technology (SMT), Plated Through Hole (PTH), and mixed technology (such as SMT and PTH) printed wiring assemblies and related technologies using computer aided and manually operated machinery. Perform equipment set-up, operation, and product and process verification.

WORK PERFORMED

Working directly from shop documents such as Company or customer specifications, Manufacturing Process Standards (MPS), blueprints, change notices, engineering notes or verbal direction, perform the following duties to produce fully acceptable SMT, PTH and mixed technology hardware: Form components using manual and automated tools. Set-up, operate, and maintain the automated component tinning machine. Ensure the segregation and accurate inventory of various customers' SMT and mixed technology components utilizing local kit carousel or locked inventory storage. Electronically record component usage data per engineering direction using bar code technology or manual recording. Test solder paste for acceptability. Operate both automated and manual screen printing equipment. Operate automated adhesive application equipment. Manually apply adhesive as required. Mix and degas multi-component materials prior to application. Set-up machinery for automated ("pick and place") and manual placement. Ensure that components are correctly loaded in automated feeders or carousels. Initialize equipment, verifying satisfactory process operation before beginning production runs. Set-up and operate continuous or batch hot nitrogen reflow ovens for solder paste reflow and adhesive curing

Basic Qualifications

• Complete knowledge of programmable and robotic control systems as they apply to SMT, PTH, and mixed technology manufacturing operations.
• Operator must possess complete knowledge of all skills described herein and must possess certification in advanced soldering, wave soldering and SMT production techniques.
• Operator must also have completed training program in advanced soldering rework, Integrated Product Development (IPD) teaming, and SMT theory and techniques.
• Typically requires a minimum of five years of experience in PTH assembly production and two years of SMT operations experience.

Desired Skills

• Experience with selective solder.
• Advance knowldge of SMT, PTH mfg. operations.
• Certification in advanced soldering.

Pay Information

• $26.11 - $44.50

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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only.

Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered

Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

• Additional specific benefits are dependent upon the business unit and the collective-bargaining agreement.
• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.