Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM (4/10 Schedule, 1st Shift)   Position Overview   PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a highly experienced Solder Assembler to join our precision electronics manufacturing team. This role requires advanced expertise in both surface-mount technology (SMT) an
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Job Description:
Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM (4/10 Schedule, 1st Shift)
 
Position Overview
 
PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a highly experienced Solder Assembler to join our precision electronics manufacturing team. This role requires advanced expertise in both surface-mount technology (SMT) and through-hole soldering, along with strong rework and inspection capabilities.
The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to remove, repair, and replace complex components, including bottom-terminated packages such as QFNs, BGAs, and LGAs, while maintaining exceptional quality standards.
 
Key Responsibilities
  • Perform high-mix, low-volume assembly of SMT and through-hole components on complex printed circuit boards (PCBs)
  • Execute removal, replacement, and repair of bottom-terminated components (QFNs, BGAs, LGAs) using advanced rework tools (hot-air pencils, hot plates, etc.)
  • Conduct controlled reflow, pre-heat, and cooling cycles based on component-specific thermal profiles
  • Operate and maintain X-ray inspection equipment to verify hidden solder joints and rework quality
  • Interpret engineering drawings, work orders, and Bills of Materials (BOMs) for accurate assembly
  • Perform in-process inspections (visual, AOI, X-ray) and document results per quality standards
  • Troubleshoot solder defects (tombstoning, voids, solder bridges) and implement corrective actions
  • Maintain ESD-controlled work environment and adhere to safety/compliance procedures
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives and process optimization efforts
  • Work under a microscope for extended periods while inspecting and assembling PWBs
Job Requirements:
  • 1–2 years of professional soldering experience
  • Strong experience in SMT and through-hole soldering
  • Ability to read and write in English
  • Basic computer proficiency
  • Ability to pass a required medical exam per supplier guidelines
Preferred:
  • Experience with X-ray inspection systems
  • Familiarity with IPC-A-610 and IPC-J-STD standards
  • Blueprint reading experience
  • Experience working with miniature components under a microscope

Area of Expertise & Technical Skills

  • Experience using a microscope to assemble components
  • Experience assembling miniature parts into assemblies under magnification
  • Strong soldering skills (SMT and through-hole) — 1–2 years required
  • Basic computer skills (email, accessing files, SharePoint)
  • General computer proficiency
  • Blueprint reading ability
  • Familiarity with IPC-A-610 standards (preferred)
  • Familiarity with IPC-J-STD standards (preferred)

Work Environment

  • ESD-controlled electronics manufacturing setting
  • High-precision, detail-oriented work environment
  • Extended use of microscopes for inspection and assembly

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

PDS Defense, Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call 1-866-224-2745 to contact us. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

The law requires PDS Defense, Inc. to post a notice describing the Federal laws prohibiting job discrimination. For information regarding your legal rights and protections, please click on the following links: EEO is the Law and EEO is the Law Supplement

PDS Defense, Inc. will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay. Please see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision for more information.

As a Federal Contractor, PDS Defense, Inc. is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States. For information, please click on the following link: E-Verify

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit https://www.pdsdefense.com/candidate-privacy/.

Company Details
PDS Defense, Inc.
1001 3rd Avenue W
Ste 460
Bradenton, Florida 34205 USA
www.pdsdefense.com/
114 Open Jobs Available
PDS Defense specializes in finding the best talent for our customers, either on a contract or direct-hire basis. We post hundreds of new positions each week, nationwide. If you are interested in working in the Staffing Industry, you can search our in...
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Location
Clearwater, Florida, USA
Type
Contractor
Company Details
PDS Defense, Inc.
1001 3rd Avenue W
Ste 460
Bradenton, Florida 34205 USA
www.pdsdefense.com/
114 Open Jobs Available
PDS Defense specializes in finding the best talent for our customers, either on a contract or direct-hire basis. We post hundreds of new positions each week, nationwide. If you are interested in working in the Staffing Industry, you can search our in...

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