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PCBA Technician (Weekday Shift)

Terran Orbital Corporation
Irvine, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/16/2026
Join a team where your impact reaches beyond the stars! At Terran Orbital, you're not just part of the system – you're a vital force propelling our mission forward. As trailblazers in satellite manufacturing and aerospace innovation, we shatter boundaries daily to deliver groundbreaking solutions that power our nation's defense and commercial missions. We are a unique, fast growing, and trusted team dedicated to swiftly and efficiently designing, building, launching, and operating state of the art satellites for advanced mission constellations. If you're driven by purpose, inspired by challenges, and ready to leave your mark on the universe, you'll find a home and endless opportunities for growth here. Together, let's redefine what is possible in orbit and beyond!Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced PCBA Technician to join our growing team. Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the PCBA Technician will install and rework SMT and T/H components.Weekday shift (Monday-Thursday) from 6:00AM - 4:30PM.Key Duties and Responsibilities Hand Soldering SMT and T/H components using both a soldering iron and a hot air solderingPrepping ComponentsLoading and Operating SMT and T/H equipmentPerform rework on SMT and T/H componentsCapable of PCBA reworkSome experience in selective soldering machine and willing to learnPerform general housekeeping tasks and following all procedures and processes to Terran Orbital standardsQualification and Skills 5 years of experience with PCBA assembly in a high-mix mid-volume environment (8 years preferred)5 years of experience operating SMT equipmentFamiliarity with 6S housekeeping practicesCurrent IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 certificationsCapable of using ohmmeter and other test equipment to verify product integrity.Ability to perform inspection of the PCBA per IPC-A-610Performing rework and repair of the complex PCBA's per IPC-7711/21Experience with engineering documents (drawings and BOMs)Capable of interacting with PC-based operating systems (Microsoft Suite, MES, ERP, etc.)Strong verbal and written communication skills Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area.Willing to work in a cross-functional capacity and be trained to perform all manufacturing-related processes.Energy and passion for inventing and creating new solutions, challenging the status quo, and driving positive changeU.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance Additional Differentiators Experience with BGA replacementExperience with SMT Assembly ProcessExperience with x-ray inspection systemsYour actual level and base salary will be determined case-by-case and may vary based on the job-related qualification, knowledge, skills, education, and experience. In addition to base salary, we offer 100% covered medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) match, Flexible Time Off (FTO), covered life insurance, maternity and paternity leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referrals, and lots of swag! Salary Range$28—$35 USD Benefits100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents401(k) MatchFlexible Time Off (FTO)Education ReimbursementCompetitive Paid Parental LeaveAbout Terran Orbital Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of satellite products primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries. Terran Orbital provides end-to-end satellite solutions by combining satellite design, production, launch planning, mission operations, and on-orbit support to meet the needs of the most demanding military, civil, and commercial customers. Learn more at www.terranorbital.comPhysical Demands An employee must meet the physical demands described to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. In performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely required to sit or stand for long durations of time, in addition to bending, reaching, and walking. This would require the ability to lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. This position is generally sedentary, with substantial computer usage.Work Environment The job operates in a professional office environment but in a manufacturing company. This job routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and scanners.Disclaimers To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. In addition, please note that this position may require a current United States National Security clearance or eligibility for such a clearance.Terran Orbital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hr@terranorbital.com.Terran Orbital does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with Terran Orbital, a Master Services Agreement (MSA) must be executed and confirmed prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed MSA, Terran Orbital shall not be responsible to any individual or entity for any payment relating to any form of fee or compensation.And, in the event that a resume or candidate is submitted by a recruiter, an employment agency, or a staffing firm without a fully executed MSA, Terran Orbital has the unrestricted right to pursue and hire any of those candidate(s) without any legal or financial responsibility to the recruiter, agency, and/or firm.

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