Mechanical Solder Technician

Eaton's IS AER MSD division is currently seeking a Mechanical Solder Technician.

The hours for this role are 7am-3:30pm

The hourly rate for this position is 25.88-30.19 per hour.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Eaton announced, on June 11, 2026, the intent to combine its Mobility Group (including both the Vehicle and eMobility segments) with a new company. We expect to complete this process by the end of the first half of 2027. The compensation and benefits that will initially be offered for this position are based on Eaton's plans, programs and practices. If you are offered and accept this position and are actively employed by the Mobility Group when the transaction closes, the new company will provide further details to employees concerning compensation and benefits at that time.

What you'll do:

Eaton's Mission Systems Division is currently seeking a Mechanical Solderer within its Actuation IPT. This position is based at our Orchard Park, NY facility. Utilizes knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform mechanical soldering and other manufacturing processes. Maintains standards of quality, production, and safety; complies with all company policies and works as part of a team to ensure that daily goals are met.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for identifying improvement opportunities for Environmental, Health, and Safety

Obtain and maintain Certified Operator Status including job specific training/certifications and ERP system data entry in accordance with site guidelines

Assist certified trainers with basic training of technicians up to and including current grade.

Possesses knowledge/experience of mechanical soldering requirements, equipment to evaluate mechanical systems, use of specialized mechanical soldering tools/measuring equipment. Shares knowledge and guide technicians of lower and current level.

Independently perform moderate and begins high complexity assembly and test operations following written instructions.

Understands product quality requirements and follows non-conforming material processes. Reports findings to team and generates non-conforming hardware documentation.

Supports Team/Engineering with inspection and rework

Identify and communicate potential WI discrepancies/updates

Working experience with pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical systems and able to troubleshoot complex issues without supervision.

Identify and communicate troubleshooting instructions/process aid opportunities

Verify/Monitor the departments calibrated equipment, material with expiration dates and written instructions for use in daily production.

Properly document and maintain traceability of numerous components to ensure assembly accuracy.

Capable of performing material transactions and inventory inquiries

Identify improvement opportunities, resulting in a decrease of lead time, cost savings, elimination of waste, or safety improvement

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalency.

Minimum 3 years of relevant manufacturing experience or Minimum 2 years in Aerospace manufacturing

1-3 years of previous soldering experience under a microscope for hours at a time

US Citizen or Permanent Resident

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Mechanical / Electrical Technology

Minimum 3 years of Aerospace manufacturing experience

J-STD Electrical soldering Certified for 2+ years

1-3 years of mechanical soldering experience

Skills:

Soft skills

• Ability to communicate effectively, manage time and adapt to various work environments.

Ability to train other technicians

Ability to communicate effectively, sharp attention to detail, manage time and adapt to various work environments. Demonstrate problem solving, analytical thinking, and displaying ambition, consistency, reliability, and the ability to receive constructive criticism

Great communication skills and experience working in a team environment. Possesses attention to detail, problem solving ability, and willingness to learn

Basic understanding of Lean, Six Sigma, Cellular Manufacturing, One Piece Flow, and Continuous Improvement concepts

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