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Manufactures jet engines, avionics, missiles

Electronics Lab Assembly / Solder Technician

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/20/2026
$41.4k - $72.6k
Mid
Associate's
Huntsville, AL, USA
In Person
Manufacturing & Production OperationsProduct Assembly
No H1B Sponsorship
US Citizenship Required

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or Associate of Arts/Associate of Science degree, or other two-year post-high-school training, and at least two years of relevant experience.
  • At least two years of experience with micro-soldering fine-pitch surface-mount technology components.
  • Experience with verification and inspection, including associated standards, processes, and documentation.
Responsibilities
  • Perform micro-soldering under a microscope.
  • Conduct quality verification and inspection under a microscope.
  • Build new wire harnesses and cable assemblies, and identify, repair, and replace damage to them.
  • Replace mechanical and electrical components.
  • Recognize failures, isolate problems, and suggest appropriate corrective action.
  • Work from verbal instructions and conceptual ideas to achieve the desired output.
  • Keep management informed of unresolved or potential problems that could negatively affect schedules or quality.
  • Support the engineering development team on assignments and support other lab assignments within the department.
  • Use fine-pitch surface-mount technology soldering skills to rework and modify engineering micro-components on circuit card assemblies and prototype subassemblies.
  • Use fabrication and testing skills to complete assemblies and cable/harness systems according to engineering drawings, schematics, or work instructions.
  • Perform engineering prototyping and repair returned materials.
  • Repair or replace defective engineering micro-components and wiring to ensure installations meet engineering conformity.
  • Perform cable and harness repairs, including splicing, crimping, soldering, and pinning wiring.
  • Document all work completely and properly, and prepare it for use.
  • Conduct verification or inspection as required and identify and document findings according to authorizing protocols.
  • Provide on-the-job recommendations to resolve hardware integration issues with mid- and upper-level engineering and leadership.
  • Comply with the company’s foreign object debris program, tool control program, and safety regulations.
  • Perform duties at various company locations when required.
Desired Qualifications
  • IPC 610 certification.
  • IPC 620 certification.
  • IPC J-STD-001 solder certification.
  • An associate degree in a technical field.
  • Recent experience using hand tools such as cutters, wire strippers, X-acto knives, and electric heat guns, and fixtures such as molds and mandrels.
  • Work experience with mechanical standards, processes, and documentation.
  • Experience with soldering standards, processes, and documentation.
  • Experience with quality standards, processes, and documentation.
  • Experience working in an engineering technical support environment.
  • Ability to read and understand instructions, short correspondence, memos, schematics, detailed electronic blueprints, and similar authorized drawings and documents.
  • Circuit card assembly manufacturing experience.
  • Knowledge of fabrication standards, processes, and documentation.
  • Ability to fabricate special tooling to complete one-of-a-kind tasks.

About the company

RTX produces jet engines, cockpit electronics, and avionics through Pratt & Whitney and Collins Aerospace, and develops defense systems and missiles via Raytheon. Pratt & Whitney engines provide propulsion for commercial and military aircraft, while Collins Aerospace supplies flight controls, navigation, and integrated cockpit systems, and Raytheon offers missiles, radar, and sensing technologies. The company differentiates itself by offering a single, integrated portfolio that spans both commercial aviation and national defense under one corporate umbrella, drawing on the legacy of Raytheon and UTC. Its goal is to help customers fly more efficiently and protect nations by advancing propulsion, electronics, and defense technologies for civilian air travel and security needs.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Arlington, Virginia

Founded

2022

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What believers are saying

  • RTX raised 2026 guidance after Q2 sales reached $24.7 billion and EPS hit $1.89.
  • Raytheon's 2026 framework agreements target annual output above 1,000 Tomahawks and 500 SM-6s.
  • GTF Advantage certification and Airbus deliveries extend Pratt & Whitney's recovery into 2026.

What critics are saying

  • Pratt & Whitney's GTF powder-metal issue still drives inspections, grounded jets, and lawsuits.
  • SEC subpoenas and DOJ agreements keep Raytheon's legacy conduct under active scrutiny.
  • Persistent GTF failures or fixed-price overruns can erase cash flow and damage airline trust.

What makes RTX unique

  • RTX pairs $289 billion backlog with balanced defense and commercial aerospace exposure.
  • Raytheon wins $24.4 billion SM-6 and $22.9 billion Tomahawk production contracts.
  • Pratt & Whitney and Collins feed recurring aftermarket revenue across Airbus and military fleets.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Remote Work Options
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Paid Holidays

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

5%

1 year growth

5%

2 year growth

5%
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Oct 13th, 2026
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Raytheon, an RTX business, has won $729 million in contracts to supply parts of its LIDS counter-drone system to the US Army, Qatar, and Jordan. The deal includes fixed-site and mobile configurations. LIDS, or the Low, slow, small, unmanned aircraft Integrated Defeat System, uses Raytheon's Ku-band Radio Frequency Sensor (KuRFS) and the Coyote effector. The deal marks the first international sales of both. KuRFS offers 360-degree threat detection. Coyote effectors defeat single drones and swarms. Raytheon is expanding Coyote production to meet rising global demand. Planned upgrades include faster launch times, higher speeds, and greater range at higher altitudes. "LIDS provides a proven and cost-effective layer of defense," said Tom Laliberty, president of Land and Air Defense Systems at Raytheon.

PR Newswire
Oct 8th, 2026
RTX's Raytheon secures $6.3B contract for SM-3 IB missile interceptors

Raytheon, an RTX business, has secured a contract worth up to $6.3 billion for the production and sustainment of Standard Missile-3 Block IB interceptors. The five-year agreement, with two optional additional years, forms part of recent landmark deals between Raytheon and the Department of War. The contract supports urgent replenishment of missile defense inventory that has been used in combat. Production will primarily take place at Raytheon facilities in Tucson, Arizona, and Huntsville, Alabama. SM-3 IB is a ship- and land-based missile defense interceptor designed to defeat short- to intermediate-range ballistic missiles. It was first deployed in combat in 2024 and remains integral to the US Navy's extended-range integrated air and missile defense systems.

PR Newswire
Oct 1st, 2026
RTX's Raytheon secures $24.4B contract for SM-6 interceptors

Raytheon, an RTX business, has secured a five-year contract worth up to $24.4 billion for Standard Missile-6 (SM-6) interceptors. The contract includes two additional option years. The agreement ensures a consistent supply of SM-6s for the US Navy. The missile can conduct offensive strikes and missile defense missions. Raytheon President Phil Jasper said the company is focused on meeting demand through operational investments and facility improvements. The firm has expanded its workforce, strengthened partnerships across the defence industrial base, and automated production to boost output. SM-6 is the only combat-proven weapon capable of performing anti-air warfare, anti-surface warfare, and ballistic missile defence. It can be fired from various Navy ship-based platforms and land-based launchers.

PR Newswire
Sep 24th, 2026
United Airlines receives first GTF Advantage-powered A321XLR from RTX's Pratt & Whitney

United Airlines has received its first Airbus A321XLR aircraft powered by Pratt & Whitney's GTF Advantage engines, marking the inaugural delivery of this enhanced engine variant. The GTF Advantage offers up to twice the operational lifespan of current GTF engines and provides 4-8% more takeoff thrust, enabling extended range capabilities. The engine features an advanced hot section design and remains fully compatible with existing GTF models, simplifying fleet operations. Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, plans to transition its entire PW1100G-JM production line to the Advantage specification by 2028. Current GTF operators will be able to access 90-95% of the Advantage's durability improvements through a Hot Section Plus upgrade option, available from early next year during scheduled maintenance visits.

PR Newswire
Sep 4th, 2026
Pratt & Whitney invests $25M to expand Poland manufacturing, adding 120 jobs

RTX's Pratt & Whitney is investing $25 million to expand its manufacturing facility in Niepołomice, Poland. The site produces complex tubular assemblies for commercial and military engines. The expansion, supported by the Polish government through the Polish Investment Zone Programme, will add more than 120 jobs when it becomes operational in 2028. The facility currently manufactures precision components for multiple engine types, including the GTF engine for commercial aircraft and the F135 for F-35 fighter aircraft. This investment is part of Pratt & Whitney's $125 million commitment to Polish facilities this year, including a $100 million investment in Rzeszow. Poland represents RTX's largest investment base outside the United States, with more than 9,500 employees across its businesses in-country.