Quality Inspector III

About the role

The Quality Inspector III supports operations in Fort Walton Beach, FL, working on mission-critical defense products. This role directly impacts the quality and reliability of advanced aircraft systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed visual and mechanical inspections of electronic assemblies, circuit card assemblies, wiring harnesses, and chassis-level builds.
• Verify compliance with IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620, and company-specific workmanship standards.
• Inspect soldering, component placement, polarity, lead dress, labeling, conformal coating, and mechanical hardware installation.
• Review work against engineering drawings, schematics, bills of materials, work instructions, and technical specifications.
• Use inspection tools including microscopes, calipers, torque tools, multimeters, and continuity testers.
• Document nonconformances using the company's quality management system and support root-cause and corrective-action activities.
• Collaborate with production and engineering to resolve issues and ensure timely workflow.
• Conduct in-process audits to validate adherence to manufacturing processes and ESD controls.
• Maintain accurate inspection records in accordance with AS9100 and internal quality procedures.
• Support incoming inspection of electronic components and materials as needed.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on defect reduction and process reliability.

Requirements

• High school diploma and 2 years of experience understanding inspection tools.
• Experience inspecting or assembling electronic assemblies and electromechanical products.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite.

Preferred Skills

• 3–5 years of experience in electronic assembly inspection or related manufacturing quality role.
• Strong knowledge of IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620, and IPC-J-STD-001 (certification preferred).
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with common electronic components and soldering characteristics.
• Proficiency with basic electrical test equipment and mechanical measurement tools.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to recognize subtle workmanship defects.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $46898 - $75035. Individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings account.
• A 401(k) savings plan.
• Disability coverage.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Legal plan.
• Discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance.
• Recognition program.
• Other incentives based on position level and/or job specifics.