Advanced Solder Assembler

The Panther Group

Clearwater, FL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$27
SKILLS
Aerospace and Defense, Ball Grid Array (BGA), Bill of Materials (BOM), Cleanroom, Computer Skills, Corrective Action, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Electronics, Electronics Assembly, Electronics Manufacturing, English Language, High Reliability, IPC Standards, Manual Dexterity, Medical Tests, Organizational Skills, Printed Circuit Board (PCB), Production Systems, Radiography, Reflow Soldering, Schematics, Soldering, Surface Mount Technology, Technical Drawing, United States Citizen, eCos
LOCATION
Clearwater, FL
POSTED
30+ days ago

The Panther Group is seeking an Advanced Solder Assembler to support a high-precision electronics manufacturing environment in Clearwater, FL. This role focuses on advanced soldering, rework, and inspection of complex circuit board assemblies, supporting aerospace and defense-related production.

We are looking for candidates with strong attention to detail, steady hands, and experience working with SMT and through-hole components, including fine-pitch and high-density assemblies.
Key Responsibilities
  • Perform SMT and through-hole soldering on printed circuit boards (PCBs)
  • Conduct advanced rework and repair, including:
    • BGAs (Ball Grid Arrays)
    • QFNs, LGAs, and other leadless components
    • High-density and fine-pitch components
  • Use soldering equipment such as:
    • Soldering irons and stations
    • Hot air rework stations and hot plates
    • Reflow ovens and soldering machines
  • Perform inspection and quality checks using:
    • Microscopes
    • AOI (Automated Optical Inspection)
    • X-ray systems (as applicable)
  • Identify and correct solder defects (bridging, tombstoning, insufficient wetting, etc.)
  • Interpret engineering documentation including:
    • Work instructions
    • Schematics
    • BOMs and ECOs
  • Document defects, repairs, and corrective actions
  • Maintain ESD-safe, clean, and organized workstations
  • Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams
Required Qualifications
  • 4+ years of experience in electronic assembly, SMT soldering, or PCB rework
  • Strong experience with component-level rework and repair
  • Familiarity with IPC-A-610 and/or IPC J-STD standards
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and work instructions
  • Experience working in a manufacturing or electronics production environment
  • Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity
  • Basic computer skills
  • Ability to read and write English
  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • Must pass drug screen, background check, and medical/vision testing
Preferred Qualifications
  • IPC-A-610 and/or IPC J-STD certification (current or previous)
  • Experience with AOI and X-ray inspection systems
  • Experience in aerospace, defense, or high-reliability electronics
  • Experience working with microscopes and fine-pitch components
  • Cleanroom or ESD-controlled environment experience
Pay $20-$27 per hour DOE
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About the Company

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The Panther Group

The Panther Group is minority owned and certified, making diversity, equity and inclusion core components of our mission.

With our commitment to respecting and empowering our employees as individuals, diversity is a competitive advantage in the marketplace.

The Panther Group has a proven track record of connecting quality talent with the right position. We believe in a hands-on approach, with a focus on building lasting relationships with our Employees and our Clients. Our Employees find flexibility and growth to reach their career goals.

The Panther Group celebrates 25 years of recruitment and workforce solutions expertise. 

COMPANY SIZE
20 to 49 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1992
WEBSITE
http://thepanthergrp.com