**Description:** This is a challenging and rewarding position with a mission to support the manufacturing of circuit card assemblies. This opportunity involves working as part of the Surface Mount Assembly Laboratory team to hand build prototypes & legacy assemblies for internal & external customers. The preferred candidate will have:
•Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
•Ability to understand and interpret assembly drawings, bills of material, assembly schematics, shop travelers, & work instructions. An eye for detail and a commitment to quality is essential.
•Basic understanding of electronic & mechanical components.
•Basic understanding of printed circuit boards (PCB’s).
•Ability to populate / rework circuit boards with SMT components, thru-hole components, press fit components, install odd form components (connectors, heatsinks, hardware, etc.), routing & staking of wires.
• Experience with soldering irons, hot air, hot tweezers, hot plates, solde...