Quality Inspector

About the role

VPT, Inc, a global leader in providing power conversion solutions for use in avionics, military, space, and industrial applications, is seeking a full-time Quality Inspector for their office in Blacksburg, VA. This position in the Quality Department will report to the Quality Assurance Manager. The Quality Inspector is responsible for the in-line inspection of mission-critical electronic subassemblies, complex printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs), and final completed power conversion products. This role ensures full compliance with rigorous space and military workmanship standards and also supports additional tasks within the Quality Control area.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual, microscopic, and dimensional inspections of work-in-progress (WIP) electronic subassemblies and modules by evaluating solder joints, component placement, wire routing, and conformal coating/encapsulation against internal, IPC-A-610 Class 3, and J-STD-001 Space Class 3 requirements.
• Execute final mechanical and visual inspections on completed product assemblies against blueprint and internal standard operating procedural requirements.
• Support monthly ESD Ground Line Equipment verification efforts across workstations to maintain a static-safe manufacturing facility.
• Support monthly Preventive Maintenance (PM) program efforts on basic production and quality equipment to ensure proper operational calibration and safety.
• Accurately document inspection findings and non-conformances.
• Work with Quality, Production, and Engineering personnel to resolve product inspection non-conformances.
• Support additional Quality Assurance and Quality Control initiatives as necessary.

Pay

The anticipated starting salary range for this position is $18.50 to $22.50 per hour. Salary Range Disclaimer: The base salary range represents the low and high end of the VPT, Inc., starting salary range for this position. Actual salary will vary depending on location, education and experience. The range listed is just one factor of the VPT, Inc., total compensation package.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Health and dental insurance
• 401(k) with match
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts