Receiving Inspection Specialist – PCB / IPC / Laser Assemblies

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform receiving, in-process, and final inspections of complex electronic, electro-mechanical, and laser designator assemblies with minimal supervision
• Inspect PCBAs, wire harnesses, and electronic subassemblies to IPC-A-610 Class III, IPC-620, and J-STD-001 standards
• Exercise independent technical judgment when evaluating ambiguous, non-routine, or first-time inspection conditions
• Identify defects, escape risks, and long-standing or recurring nonconformances, supporting corrective and preventive action implementation
• Perform and review First Article Inspections (FAI) in accordance with AS9102 requirements
• Document inspection results, nonconformances, and dispositions clearly and accurately in the nonconformance database
• Communicate inspection findings effectively to peers, engineering, quality leadership, and senior management
• Manage high-volume, multi-program inspection workloads, supporting increased production throughput while maintaining accuracy, compliance, and delivery commitments
• Analyze inspection and quality metrics to help reduce rework, improve throughput, and enhance inspection effectiveness
• Participate in Material Review Board (MRB) activities, providing technical inspection input
• Ensure all inspection activities comply with the Quality Management System (QMS) and AS9100 requirements
• Provide technical guidance or informal mentoring to peers as needed

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on quality inspection experience in electronics or electro-mechanical manufacturing
• Demonstrated experience inspecting to IPC-A-610 Class III and IPC-620 standards
• Experience interpreting electrical schematics, cable drawings, PCB specifications, and inspection procedures
• Experience reviewing travelers, certificates of conformance, and supplier documentation
• Working knowledge of AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality systems
• Experience documenting nonconformances and supporting MRB processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Associate degree or equivalent experience
• U.S. Citizenship required with ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, Life and Long-Term Disability (LTD), Vision Reimbursement, Fitness Reimbursement
• Financial: Company-funded 5% contribution to your 401(k) retirement plan, Company-funded 5% contribution to your Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Continuing Education Assistance
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible Scheduling, Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Parental and Bereavement Leave

What We Value

• Creativity and innovation in solving challenges
• Integrity and responsibility in all actions
• Collaboration across teams and specialties
• Responsiveness in fast-paced environments
• Passion for national security and excellence

Experiences and Background We Look For

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on quality inspection experience in electronics or electro-mechanical manufacturing
• Demonstrated experience inspecting to IPC-A-610 Class III and IPC-620 standards
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, cable drawings, PCB specifications, and inspection procedures
• Experience reviewing travelers, certificates of conformance, and supplier documentation
• Working knowledge of AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality systems
• Experience documenting nonconformances and supporting MRB processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Associate degree or equivalent experience
• U.S. Citizenship required with ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Nice to Have (Preferred Skills)

• Experience performing independent final inspection of laser designator or opto-electronic assemblies
• Experience with AS9102 First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs)
• Experience working in high-mix, high-volume aerospace or defense production environments
• Experience mentoring or supporting junior inspectors
• Familiarity with Costpoint, TIPQA, or similar quality systems