2nd Shift Assembly Solder Technician II (Onsite)

RTX•Phoenix, AZ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assembly Solder Technician II assembles and repairs electronic units using prescribed repair techniques. The role involves identifying and removing failed components, soldering and installing components, operating assembly machines, and measuring, mixing, and applying chemicals and adhesives. The technician reads and interprets technical materials such as component maintenance manuals, assembly instructions, and engineering prints, and communicates work status with teammates and support staff. Proficient computer skills and knowledge of office software applications are also used. This is an onsite, second-shift position in Phoenix, Arizona. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 2:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Training is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for approximately 60 days. Occasional weekend and holiday support may be needed to meet customer needs. The work environment includes products of varying weights and sizes, equipment with moving parts, and chemicals that may emit fumes. Static-control and personal protective equipment must be worn. The role is safety-sensitive under FAA guidelines and is subject to drug and alcohol testing. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is offered to external candidates.

Requirements

Typically, a high school diploma or GED and at least 1 year of relevant experience; without a high school diploma or GED, 4 years of relevant experience is required.
Ability to work second-shift hours.
U.S. citizenship is required because only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under the program or contract.
Ability to distinguish colors and meet vision requirements.
Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and turn as needed to handle units and materials.
Ability to use hands for extended periods for testing and troubleshooting tasks, including grasping, holding, picking, placing, twisting, and fine manipulation.
Ability to stand for two-hour increments without an opportunity to sit.
Ability to lift 25 pounds and transport product with or without product carts.
Ability to perform the listed physical functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

IPC Class III Solder Exam certification.
Experience with electronic assembly.
Experience in the aerospace industry.

Responsibilities

Assemble and repair electronic units using prescribed repair techniques.
Identify the correct parts, components, wires, and other materials.
Remove suspect and failed components.
Solder electronic components and use other hand tools.
Install new components.
Operate assembly machines.
Measure, mix, and apply chemicals and adhesives.
Read and interpret technical data, including component maintenance manuals, assembly instructions, and engineering prints.
Communicate work status effectively to team members and support staff, including through shift pass-downs and coordination with engineering and maintenance.
Use computer skills and office software applications.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
401(k) plan with employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution.
Tuition reimbursement.
Student loan repayment program.
Life insurance and disability coverage.
Optional pet, home and auto, additional life and accident, critical illness, group legal, and identity theft protection coverages.
Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
Fertility and family-planning benefits.
Adoption assistance.
Autism benefit.
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions.
Wellness incentives and rewards program.
Virtual doctor visits.
Child and elder care services.
Second-opinion medical expert program.
Potential eligibility for flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, paid time off, holidays, and other benefits, depending on the business unit and collective-bargaining coverage.
External candidates are offered a $3,000 sign-on bonus.