Soldering Operator II - FAE - MAAR00

Job Details: Job Location: WUS - Fort Worth, TX, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Category: Engineering, Job Title Soldering Operator II – FAE Department MAAR00 Location Fort Worth Alliance, TX Reports To Department Manager Employment Type Full-Time FLSA Classification Hourly / Non-Exempt EEO-1 Category Operators Job Grade W20 Document Revision / Date   1. Position SummaryThe Soldering Operator II supports Failure Analysis Engineering by performing routine and moderately complex soldering, rework, and sample-preparation tasks. The technician collaborates with engineers to carry out approved procedures, preserves sample integrity and traceability, documents work and observations, and maintains a safe, organized work area. This role requires demonstrated soldering experience, sound workmanship, and the ability to work with limited supervision while escalating unexpected findings, sample damage, or process deviations.2. Essential Duties and Responsibilities # Essential Duty / Responsibility Approx. % of Time (optional) 1. Soldering, Desoldering, and Preparation   Perform routine and moderately complex soldering and desoldering on electronic components, connectors, and PCB assemblies. Prepare samples for inspection or analysis using approved methods, while minimizing damage to evidence and surrounding features.   Inspect workmanship under magnification; document procedures, settings where required, sample condition, observations, and deviations. Take clear photographs and complete laboratory records or electronic work orders accurately and promptly.   40%   2. Workspace and Equipment   Set up, operate, and maintain assigned soldering, inspection, and fume-extraction equipment. Check that materials and tools are suitable for the assigned task, keep the work area organized, and report equipment or calibration concerns.   20% 3. Production Documentation   Maintain accurate production records, complete work documentation, and report issues encountered during the manufacturing process.   Record unit information, procedures, work performed, observations, deviations, and rework details. Take or assist with photographs and maintain clear before-and-after records.   10% 4. FAE Engineering Support   Work with engineers to clarify sample preparation needs and carry out assigned procedures. Support analysis activities such as component removal or section preparation when trained and authorized. Report relevant observations without independently determining root cause or changing the analysis plan.   Provide task-level guidance to Level I operators when assigned, share good handling and documentation practices, and suggest improvements to work instructions or bench procedures for review by the supervisor or engineering team.   25% 5. Other Responsibilities Follow ESD, soldering, chemical-handling, and other lab safety procedures. Maintain 6S and keep work area organized. Comply with applicable quality procedures.   Other duties as assigned.   5% Qualifications: 3. Minimum Competency RequirementsThese are the minimum requirements needed to perform the job competently. Do not use preferred criteria in place of minimum requirements. Competency Element Minimum Requirement Education High school diploma and prior technical training or vocational coursework. Relevant Work Experience Two (2) years’ experience in electronics assembly, soldering, rework, repair, or laboratory support experience. Experience working with PCB assemblies and small electronic components under magnification preferred. Licenses / Certifications IPC training or certification in J-STD-001 soldering requirements or IPC-7711/7721 rework and repair is preferred upon date of hire, or else will be required within 60 days after hire. Technical Skills Proficient hand soldering and desoldering of common through-hole and surface-mount components. Ability to work with small electronic components and assemblies under magnification. Skill in using microscopes, tweezers, cutters, temperature-controlled soldering equipment, and fume extraction. Job / Process Knowledge Working knowledge of PCB and PCBA construction, common electronic components, and soldering terminology.   Understanding of the failure-analysis workflow and the importance of preserving evidence, maintaining sample traceability, and documenting sample condition.   Awareness of soldering workmanship criteria and understanding of the limits of authorized work: follow the engineer’s preparation instructions, obtain approval before making procedural changes, and escalate unexpected findings, sample damage, or deviations.   Language / Communication (if job-related) Ability to communicate effectively with team members, leads, supervisors, and support departments.   4. Competency Equivalency / SubstitutionEquivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant inventory control experience may be considered in lieu of specific requirements where permitted by company policy.5. Additional Competencies / Behavioral Requirements Competency Job-Related Requirement / Expected Proficiency Problem Solving / Judgment Ability to identify inventory discrepancies, assist in the investigation of root causes, and adhere to corrective actions.   Communication / Teamwork Communication: Ability to write clear, data-supported reports and present findings to technical and non-technical audiences and provide timely feedback to support other teams.   Leadership / Supervision Demonstrates initiative, accountability, reliability, and adherence to established procedures and safety requirements.   Other Continuous Improvement: Ability to enhance product reliability and manufacturing efficiency   6. Physical / Environmental / Schedule Requirements Area Requirement Physical Demands Lift up to 50 lbs. Work Environment / PPE ESD (smocks, head covering, and shoes) Schedule / Overtime Monday through Friday Travel / Other Limited to none