Soldering Technician

About the role

Eaton’s IS AER MSD division is seeking a Soldering Technician for its Actuation Team at the Orchard Park, NY facility. The role utilizes knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform mechanical soldering and other manufacturing processes, maintaining standards of quality, production, and safety while working as part of a team to meet daily goals.

Pay

Hourly rate: $24.50 – $27.50 per hour (general guideline; actual salary based on candidate skills, experience, qualifications, market and business considerations).

Schedule

7:00 am – 3:30 pm

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Environmental, Health, and Safety standards.
• Obtain and maintain Certified Operator Status and J‑Standard.
• Obtain Space Addendum, NASA crimp certification, IPC‑620, following site guidelines (as applicable).
• Perform manufacturing processes on low to moderate complexity assemblies following written instructions.
• Perform soldering and crimping operations of wires on mechanical and/or electrical assemblies, adhering to component surface finishes and aerospace cleanliness requirements.
• Conduct detailed soldering operations under a microscope as required.
• Execute low to moderate complexity electrical test procedures using test equipment and follow written acceptance documents.
• Document test results on data sheets or record test data in an electronic data collection system.
• Communicate product or quality problems to supervisors or managers clearly and concisely.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical assembly issues.
• Utilize basic ERP systems and standard Microsoft applications.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalency.
• 2 years of relevant solder/electrical experience or internal job‑skills matrix points requirements.
• Proficiency using various soldering equipment, hand tools, and measuring devices.
• U.S. citizen or permanent resident.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma with skilled‑trade certification or Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience.
• 5 years of aerospace soldering and crimp experience.
• Demonstrated ability to complete all required technical skills.
• Understanding of Lean, Six Sigma, Cellular Manufacturing, One‑Piece Flow, and Continuous Improvement concepts.

Skills

• Effective communication.
• Time management and adaptability to various work environments.
• Ability to apply the soft‑skill competencies listed above.

Benefits

Eaton provides a variety of health and welfare benefits, retirement plans, and programs that offer paid and unpaid time away from work. Specific programs and options may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and collective bargaining agreements.