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Contract / Right to Hire Role: Assembly Operator Technician Compensation: Up to $26/hour commensurate with experience Location: Middlesex, NJ Length of Contract: 9 months+ Position Description: RCM's client is seeking a detail-oriented Assembly Operator Technician to assemble RF and optical components, including PCBs with intricate traces, optical splitters, WDMs, LEDs, laser diodes, and photodiodes. Experience in electronics manufacturing, especially within telecommunications, is highly preferred. This role requires precise workmanship, occasional complex soldering, troubleshooting skills, and proficiency with test equipment (spectrum analyzers, power meters, oscilloscopes, signal generators) Responsibilities: • Assemble and integrate RF and optical components, following detailed work instructions and drawings, performing occasional intricate soldering. • Conduct in-process quality checks using test equipment, inspect assemblies, troubleshoot issues, and record quality data (digital and manual). • Diagnose and troubleshoot faults in RF and optical systems, identifying and resolving issues related to components, soldering, wiring, or configuration. • Apply Lean principles to improve assembly processes and participate in continuous improvement initiatives. • Maintain accurate records of assembly processes, quality checks, and testing results (digital and manual). • Collaborate with team members, engineers, and supervisors to ensure timely task completion, communicate issues, and share knowledge. Qualifications: • Proficiency in assembling small electronic components, including PCB soldering (fine pitch) and optical component assembly. • Strong understanding of RF and optical testing tools (spectrum analyzers, power meters, oscilloscopes, signal generators). • Excellent troubleshooting skills in RF and optical systems. • Understanding of Lean principles and commitment to process improvement. • Ability to read technical drawings, schematics, and assembly instructions. • Accurate data entry and quality check skills (manual and digital). • Ability to sit/stand for extended periods, ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally, and work with small components. • Experience in electronics manufacturing, particularly in telecommunications, is highly preferred. Experience with RF and optical components is a plus. Education & Certifications: • High school diploma or equivalent (technical certification preferred). Equal Opportunity Statement: RCM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Pay Transparency: RCM believes in transparency and fairness in compensation. We are committed to providing our employees with competitive salaries that reflect their skills, experience, and contributions to our organization. As part of our commitment to pay transparency, we want to provide you with as much information as possible about our compensation practices. Disclaimer: This job posting is intended to describe the general nature and the level of the work to be performed. It is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. RCM reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary. About RCM: RCM is a leading provider of Business, IT, and Engineering Services to over 1,000 clients in the commercial marketplace. RCM partners with clients to define, implement and manage a broad range of technologies across multiple platforms, systems, and networks. Our broad geographic presence ensures that a proven and reliable tactical and strategic capability is available and deployable virtually everywhere in North America.