JOB TITLE:  AOI Solder Inspector
 LOCATION: Oldsmar, FL
 PAY RATE: Up to $26/hour 
 We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.
 Job Details: 
  Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)
 Shift:  4/10     1st Shift: Mon   Thu, 5:00 AM   3:30 PM EST
 Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
 Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
 Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
 Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.
 
Qualifying Questions:
  Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?
 Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
 Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?
 
Summary:  
  Use microscope to verify part placement and orientation; manually align parts before soldering and perform post re-flow inspection and touch-up
 Identify and repair solder defects, including:
  Poorly wetted joints
 Solder voids/insufficient solder
 Shorts/bridges
 Misaligned leads
 Tombstoned or billboarded components
 
Use Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) equipment; distinguish real defects from false calls
 Read instructions and identify standard SMT components
 Operate rework equipment: hot air pencils, hot plates, BGA removal (ERSA or other OEM)
 Review boards under X-ray to identify solder defects on bottom-terminated components
 Run, solder, and tack down jumper wires on re-design boards (a plus)
 
Requirements:
  High School Diploma or GED
 Minimum 5 years soldering experience with surface mount components
 Exceptional soldering skills and rework experience
 Able to work in a fast-paced environment with overtime as needed
 Able to sit for long periods and maintain focus on repetitive tasks
 Must read/write English and pass a medical test
 IPC-610 (expired or active required)
 IPC J-STD-001 (expired or active required)
 IPC-7711/7721 (expired or active preferred)
 Overtime may be required on weekends
 Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).
 
  
 About Us:
 The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.
 As trusted partners to major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.
 Eligibility Requirements:
 Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations.
 Keywords:  aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense
 Take your career to new heights-apply today! 
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