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Overview

Salient Motion is pioneering modular motion technologies for the Industrial, Aerospace, and Defense sectors. They are seeking a detail-oriented Electrical Technician to join their production/engineering team, focusing on PCB rework, soldering, and assembly support.

Responsibilities

  • Perform through-hole and surface-mount (SMT) soldering, including fine-pitch components, BGAs, and micro-connectors.
  • Execute rework and repair on PCB assemblies: component removal/replacement, trace repair, jumper wires, and conformal coating touch-up.
  • Inspect solder joints and assemblies using microscopes and visual/AOI standards (IPC-A-610 or equivalent).
  • Build and test cable assemblies and wiring harnesses.
  • Support prototype builds and engineering change orders (ECOs), including quick-turn rework for R&D.
  • Use hand tools, hot air rework stations, soldering irons, and reflow equipment.
  • Read and interpret schematics, assembly drawings, and BOMs.
  • Perform basic electrical testing (continuity, multimeter checks, functional test fixtures) to verify repairs.
  • Document rework performed, failure modes found, and maintain traceability records.
  • Maintain a clean, ESD-safe workstation and follow safety procedures.
  • Collaborate with engineering to flag recurring defects or design-for-manufacturability issues.

Requirements

  • 2+ years of hands-on soldering/rework experience in an electronics manufacturing, prototyping, or repair environment.
  • Proficiency with fine-pitch SMT rework (hot air, soldering iron, possibly BGA rework stations).
  • IPC-A-610 and/or J-STD-001 certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).
  • Comfortable reading schematics, assembly drawings, and BOMs.
  • Steady hands, strong attention to detail, and good manual dexterity under a microscope.
  • Familiarity with ESD-safe handling practices.
  • Basic understanding of electrical/electronic principles (continuity, shorts, opens, polarity).
  • Experience with hand tools, multimeters, and basic test equipment.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • PTO
  • 401k

Additional Information

  • Location: Currently in Torrance, CA, moving to Hawthorne, CA in the summer.

Benefits

Health Insurance
PTO
401k
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