SMT Technician

Position Title: SMT Technician
Location: Brooklyn, NY
Duration: 6 months
Employment Type: Contract role on W-2 through Above and Beyond Talent Acquisition, Inc. (A&B Talent)
Four total positions: Two AM shifts and two PM shifts
Work Arrangement: On-site

Pay Rate: $25–$35 / hour

Client Info / Who they are: Above and Beyond Talent Acquisition represents an innovative electronics engineering and manufacturing company specializing in the design and production of custom circuit boards. Through advanced AI-powered design tools and manufacturing techniques, the company transforms electronic concepts into fully assembled hardware in days rather than months. Its solutions support a wide range of industries, including robotics, aerospace, medical technology, and defense, with expertise spanning power electronics and high-density interconnect boards. Backed by a team with experience delivering hardware solutions for leading technology companies, the organization is helping make custom electronics more accessible, efficient, and scalable.

Who we are looking for / Requirements:

• Practical mechanical and electronics aptitude, with strong attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn company machines and software, accept feedback, and develop new skills in a fast-paced environment focused on advancing automation and technology.
• A methodical approach to troubleshooting, with the judgment to recognize when to ask for assistance.
• Comfort with hands-on production work, including soldering, rework, shipping, and receiving.
• Clear communication skills and a strong commitment to the quality of your work.
• A desire to continuously improve processes and workflows over days, weeks, and months.

Preferred Experience

• Experience operating SMT equipment, assembling PCBs, loading feeders, performing production changeovers, or maintaining equipment.
• Hands-on experience with soldering, electronics rework, or assembly inspection.
• Experience using AI tools for troubleshooting, validating solutions against technical documentation, and following established safety procedures.

Performance Objectives / What you'll be doing:

• Set up, load, and operate SMT equipment using Diode’s software and production instructions.
• Keep machines operational through routine checks, maintenance, and troubleshooting; ask for help when
  needed.
• Monitor builds, catch problems early, reduce downtime, and improve production flow.
• Inspect boards for placement, orientation, polarity, and soldering issues, such as a component rotated 90
  degrees.
• Perform soldering, manual assembly, and electrical rework.
• Receive and kit components and materials, and prepare completed boards for shipment.
• Work with manufacturing and engineering, communicate blockers, and hand off clearly between shifts.
• Follow equipment safety and component-handling procedures and keep the fab organized.

Perks of working with US / What we offer:

• Health, dental, and vision benefits offerings
• 401K plan

The salary, other compensation, and benefits information are accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

“Above and Beyond Talent is an equal opportunity employer and staffing firm.”