What are the responsibilities and job description for the Solder Technician position at Blackwatch International?
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 (Junior–Mid Level)
Position Location: Sacramento, CA
Position Type: Regular Full-Time
Years of Experience: 2-7 years
Security Requirements: Secret
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.
- Meet all established requirements as defined by Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), IPC, J and ISO standards.
- Testing and verification of electronic and electro-mechanical assemblies and sub-assemblies.
- Perform routine data entry into the production Work Request System or equivalent project-tracking system.
- Prepare accurate, document-controlled quality records and documentation related to work in progress, ensuring timely and complete submission.
- Assist equipment engineers and technicians with routine laboratory equipment services.
- Provide minor lab support including but not including but not limited to inventory management tasks, raw materials support, preventative equipment/tool maintenance support, lab infrastructure, escorting tool vendors, and other general laboratory upkeep.
- Perform other tasks as assigned by management.
Basic Qualifications:
- 2 to 7 years of progressive soldering experience and techniques.
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings, schematics, and specifications.
- Current or previous J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610 certifications preferred. Candidates without active certifications must obtain them within 6 months of employment.
- 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.
Desired Qualifications (not required, but a plus):
- Active or previous secret security clearance.
- 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.
- (2 ) or more years of experience with Microelectronics component/enclosure/circuit board manufacturing/assembly, both surface mount assembly and hand soldering operations. Experience utilizing reflow ovens and using conformal coaters.
- Printed Circuit Board Assemble (PCBA) and cable wire harness assembly experience.
- Semiconductor packaging experience.
Desired Certifications (not required, but a plus):
- IPC/WHMA-A-620
- IPC-7711/7721