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Soldering Technician

Mesh Optical Technologies

Gardena, CAFull-timePosted 5mo agoStill listed 3 days ago

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Location
Gardena, CA
Schedule
Full-time
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Job overview

Mesh Optical Technologies is hiring a Soldering Technician. The Solder Technician will support high-volume manufacturing of optical transceivers, performing precision soldering, rework, and assembly of sensitive electronic and optical components in a cleanroom environment. This role is critical for ensuring product reliability, quality, and throughput as production scales.

Key focus areas include Perform hand soldering and rework on PCBs and microelectronic components, Assemble optical transceiver subcomponents, including fiber and connector interfaces, and Interpret assembly drawings, work instructions, and BOMs.

Successful candidates bring 2+ Years Precision Soldering Experience, Certified Under IPC 7711/7721 Or NASA Or Other Relevant Workmanship Standards, and Microscope Experience. Important skills include Hand Soldering, Rework, Assembly, SMT, Through-Hole, and Work Instructions.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Hand SolderingReworkAssemblySMTThrough-HoleWork InstructionsBOMsInspect Solder JointsIPC StandardsTroubleshoot Defective AssembliesESD-Sensitive Component HandlingOptical Component HandlingCleanroom ProtocolsGowningContamination ControlRecord Build DataRecord DefectsCollaborate With Engineering TeamsCollaborate With Production TeamsWorking Under a MicroscopeRead Technical DocumentationFollow Technical DocumentationRead SchematicsAttention to DetailSteady Hand Skills

Qualifications

2+ Years of Precision Soldering ExperienceWorking in a Cleanroom EnvironmentCertified Under IPC 7711/7721Certified Under NASA Workmanship Standards

Benefits

401(k) Match
Dental Insurance
Medical Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance

Full job description

Solder Technician

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Solder Technician to support high-volume manufacturing of optical transceivers. This role is responsible for precision soldering, rework, and assembly of sensitive electronic and optical components in a cleanroom environment. You will play a critical role in ensuring product reliability, quality, and throughput as we scale production.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform hand soldering and rework on PCBs and microelectronic components (SMT and through-hole)

  • Assemble optical transceiver subcomponents, including fiber and connector interfaces

  • Interpret assembly drawings, work instructions, and BOMs

  • Inspect solder joints under microscope to meet IPC standards

  • Support prototype builds and NPI (new product introduction) as needed

  • Troubleshoot and repair defective assemblies to improve yield

  • Maintain proper handling of ESD-sensitive and optical components

  • Follow cleanroom protocols , including gowning and contamination control

  • Record build data and defects for process tracking and continuous improvement

  • Collaborate with engineering and production teams to optimize processes Qualifications

  • 2+ years of precision soldering experience (electronics, telecom, or similar)

  • Experience working under a microscope for fine-pitch components

  • Ability to read and follow technical documentation and schematics

  • Strong attention to detail and steady hand skills

  • Comfortable working in a cleanroom environment

  • Experience with hand rework of fine-pitch surface mount components (0201, 01005) Preferred:

  • Certified under IPC 7711/7721, NASA, and other relevant workmanship standards

  • BGA rework station experience Benefits:

  • 401(k)

  • Dental insurance

  • Health insurance

  • Paid time off

  • Vision insurance Work Location: In person

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