Overview

Job Title: Soldering Assembler

Internal Job Title: Assembly E

Location: Melville, NY

Hourly Range: $28.00 - $32.00 /hr DoE

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package, medical/dental/vision, 6% match on 401K, competitive PTO, 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off)

Stellant Systems, a premier manufacturer of critical power amplification products where our technologies and products are unparalleled in the industry. We specialize in the manufacture of microwave devices for ground-based, airborne and satellite communications, industrial and medical equipment, and radar; we are the only U.S. supplier of space-qualified Traveling Wave Tube and Traveling Wave Tube Amplifiers. We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class engineering teams to deliver innovative solutions. Together, we form an invincible company.

As an employer of choice, our goal is to deliver an exceptional employee experience - we recruit diverse, high-performing talent to help our customers exceed their mission needs, which drives our employees to achieve their full potential.

Fundamental to our culture is our focus on core values, inclusivity in the work environment, and a unified dedication to continuous innovation and improvement. In order to serve our vast customer base ranging from the defense industry leaders, to the U.S. and allied militaries, and medical communities, we need the world’s most dedicated and talented people. If these types of projects excite you, we’d love for you to join our team and help us detect, protect, and connect.

Responsibilities

We currently have an opening for a skilled Soldering Assembler at our Melville, New York location, with strong soldering expertise and knowledge of IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 standards. In this role, you'll be responsible for meticulously assembling intricate RF components and circuits using precision soldering techniques.

While IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 certification isn't mandatory, candidates familiar with these standards will be prioritized. Your contribution will directly impact the production of high-quality electronic devices reliant on RF technology.

• Apply advanced soldering techniques to skillfully assemble and solder RF components onto printed circuit boards (PCBs), upholding the highest quality standards.

• Conduct thorough visual inspections of solder joints to ensure impeccable soldering quality, component alignment, and connections.

• Collaborate closely with colleagues, engineers, and supervisors to resolve assembly challenges and achieve optimal results.

• Operate soldering equipment, including soldering irons and stations, with unwavering attention to safety and precision.

• Offer insights and recommendations for refining processes, particularly those related to soldering techniques and quality enhancement.

• Adhere rigorously to safety protocols, company guidelines, and quality standards, ensuring exceptional outcomes.

• Follow production assembly instructions (AIs).

• Perform operations such as crimping, staking, screwing, bolting, soldering, cementing, press-fitting, or similar methods to secure components in place.

• Install circuit card assemblies (CCAs) within housings and chassis.

• Assemble and affix hardware.

• Execute epoxy bonding procedures.

• Make necessary adjustments or trims to components to meet specified electrical or dimensional criteria.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent.

• 3 – 5 years of experience

• Demonstrated proficiency in soldering electronic components, especially RF components, with meticulous attention to detail.

• Expertise in diverse soldering techniques, including surface mount and through-hole soldering.

• Fluency in using soldering irons, soldering stations, and associated tools.

• A consistent, detail-oriented work approach ensuring the highest quality standards are consistently met.

• Effective problem-solving skills for swift identification and resolution of soldering-related challenges.

• Strong communication skills fostering seamless collaboration within a team-oriented environment.

• Unwavering commitment to upholding safety practices and guidelines in a manufacturing context.

• Basic computer literacy and the ability to interpret prints.

• Adept hand soldering skills, proficiency in identifying solder defects, and competence in using hand tools and basic measuring devices.

• Ability to comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos through reading and writing.

• The ability to lift up to 25 pounds or more is needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 standards for electronic assembly is desirable.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds or more.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate .

Stellant Systems 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, citizenship status or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15).

Job Locations US-NY-Melville

ID 2024-1700

Category Operations

Position Type Regular Full-Time

Union No

Min USD $28.00/Hr.

Max USD $32.00/Hr.

Work Environment Onsite

Stellant Systems 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, citizenship status or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law.