Terran Orbital Corporation · 1 month ago
Quality Technician – PCBA Inspection (Weekend Shift)
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$28/hr - $39/hr
3+ years expTerran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of satellite products primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries. They are seeking an experienced Quality Technician – PCBA Inspection to visually inspect, test, and build Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBAs) with IPC/WHMA-A-610 certification.
AerospaceMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingSatellite Communication
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Oversee detailed procedures to build complex PCBAs
Test continuity of circuit board circuits and avionics systems
Use magnification aids and stereomicroscopes, inspect populated printed circuit boards, identify component misplacement and solder defects to IPC-A-610 standards, and review PCBA X-Rays for solder joint analysis
Perform receiving inspections, final inspection, troubleshooting and repairing, printed circuit boards & Avionics systems
Perform rework on high-density SMD PCBAs
Perform quality-assurance receiving inspection on incoming PCBAs
Identify defects such as shorts, excess or missing solder, BGA ball void analysis, surface scratches, cracks, DNP, and placement of components
Perform miscellaneous lab duties, including kitting, inventory, cleaning, and other organization tasks
Qualification
Required
Ability to perform high-quality Solder rework of leadless QFN and LGA SMD devices and package
Ability to identify geometries as small as 0201
Ability to inspect to IPC Class I, II, and III as well as flex cable inspection
Minimum 3 years of experience in circuit board manufacturing
Active IPC/WHMA-A-610 certification
Experience running AOI machines (experience with Nordson Yestech a plus)
Experience with X-ray review for BGA ball analysis
Familiarity with running Nikon PCB X-Ray systems or similar. (VGSTUDIO experience a plus)
Familiar with inspecting for board defects, component placement, and solder joint defects
Understanding of electronic components, electronics design, and manufacturing
Ability to read & understand PCB assembly drawings, wire harness schematics
Competency in using calipers & micrometers to perform conformance inspection of mechanical structures
Meticulous attention to detail & documentation
Excellent communication skills
Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to maintain a clean and orderly workspace
U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance
Preferred
Active IPC-J-STD-001 and/or IPC/WHMA-A-620 Certifications
Benefits
100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
401(k) Match
Flexible Time Off (FTO)
Education Reimbursement
Competitive Paid Parental Leave
Company
Terran Orbital Corporation
Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of small satellites primarily serving the United States and Allied aerospace and defense industries.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$401.64MKey Investors
Lockheed MartinLockheed Martin Ventures
2024-08-15Acquired
2023-09-18Post Ipo Equity· $32.5M
2022-10-31Post Ipo Equity· $100M
Leadership Team
Anthony Previte
CEO & President
Recent News
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