Solder Technician (Mid-Level)

Solder Technician (Mid-Level)

Blackwatch International is an agile, mission-focused small business committed to supporting Federal Government objectives through high-impact services. Our clients include the Department of State, Department of Defense, Department of Energy, and members of the Intelligence and Law Enforcement communities. Headquartered in McLean, VA, with offices in Sacramento, CA, Blackwatch prioritizes quality and innovation, holding industry-leading certifications including ISO 9001:2015, ISO/IEC 27001:2013, ISO/IEC 20000-1:2018, and CMMI Level 3. Blackwatch offers a dynamic work environment, professional growth opportunities, and a steadfast commitment to excellence. 

Position Title: Solder Technician (Mid-Level)

Position Location: Sacramento, CA 

Position Type: Regular Full-Time  

Years of Experience: 5-7 years 

Security Requirements: Secret 

US Citizenship Required: Yes 

Summary/Objective:  

Blackwatch International is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented solder technician with mechanical and technical aptitude to the semiconductor facility support industry. This is an opportunity for someone with strong organizational skills, a professional demeanor and the desire to build a strong foundation in the semiconductor industry. In this hands-on role, you'll play a critical part in supporting a wide range of mission critical, legacy, and leading-edge semiconductor wafer and microchip manufacturing.  

Responsibilities:

• Perform work assignments ranging from complex assembly of electronic and mechanical devices, solder/de-solder rework, connector repair, SMT, thru-hole components and BGA support. 
• Perform work assignments according to assembly instructions, specifications, and diagrams.
• Perform printed circuit boards (PCB), power supplies, and cable harnesses troubleshooting.
• Adhere to SOPs, IPC, J and ISO standards. 
• Testing and verification of electronic and electro-mechanical assemblies and sub-assemblies.
• Assist equipment engineers and technicians with routine laboratory equipment services.
• Maintain production records and logs.
• Manage inventory of supplies, chemicals and/or gases and perform routine safety inspections, storage, and removal of hazardous waste.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by management.

Basic Qualifications: 

• 5 years of progressive soldering experience and techniques.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Experience using bench top, calipers, hand tools, micrometers, microscopes, power tools, soldering iron, wire strippers, volt meters, and other testing equipment.
• Strong manual dexterity, excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to replace components such as transistors, resistors, relays, and capacitors.
• Self-motivated and ability to work independently with minimal direction or supervision. 
• Flexible with change and willingness to learn new skills.
• Excellent problem-solving, troubleshooting, and critical thinking skills.
• Basic mathematics, chemistry, and electronics component knowledge.
• Basic computer skills utilizing Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Knowledge of J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610 standards.

Desired Qualifications (not required, but a plus): 

• Active or previous secret security clearance.
• Printed Circuit Board Assemble (PCBA) and cable wire harness assembly experience.
• Associates degree or 2-year technical certificate or bachelor’s in science, technology, engineering and/or mathematics (STEM) or equivalent military training/experience or discipline in electronics, electrical, mechanical, mechatronics, etc. 
• Experience utilizing reflow ovens and using conformal coaters.
• Semiconductor packaging experience.

Desired Certifications:

• J-STD-001
• IPC-A-610
• IPC/WHMA-A-620 
• IPC-7711/7721