Inspector III

Job Description

Join BAE Systems and become part of a collaborative team manufacturing highly reliable electronic components that support commercial, scientific, and defense-related space missions.
As an Inspector in our Component Assembly area, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and reliability of advanced microelectronic modules throughout the manufacturing process. Working in a cleanroom environment alongside engineering and production teams, you will inspect wafers, die, and modules using high- and low-magnification microscopes while following documented manufacturing processes and Manufacturing Execution System (MES) instructions.
In addition to inspection responsibilities, you will have opportunities to become certified on key manufacturing processes, including:

• Die attach
• Wire bonding
• Lid seal operations
• Automated and semi-automated manufacturing equipment
• Furnace processing and other supporting assembly operations

This role offers excellent opportunities to expand your technical skills through process certifications and cross-training that can support additional production areas, including Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) and Microwave manufacturing.
This is a first shift position working a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off!

Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspection of wafers, die, and modules using precision microscopes.
• Follow documented manufacturing procedures and MES work instructions to ensure product quality and traceability.
• Support component assembly operations using automated and semi-automated equipment.
• Work collaboratively with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to achieve production and quality objectives.
• Maintain strict adherence to cleanroom protocols and quality standards.
• Obtain and maintain process certifications for inspection and manufacturing operations.
• Support borderless manufacturing initiatives by cross-training in additional production areas as needed.

Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and or the requirement to perform all work onsite due to the nature of this particular role, it will be performed Full-time on site. This means work will be conducted on the location at the Manassas BAE Systems facility 100% of the time.

About BAE Systems Electronic Systems

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere - from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact - for our customers and the communities we serve.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Required Skills and Education

• High School diploma/GED
• 3 years of work experience or an Associate's degree
• Experience performing detailed visual inspections using microscopes for extended periods, & good hand dexterity
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Willingness to learn new manufacturing processes and obtain process certifications.

Preferred Skills and Education

• Ability to obtain Secret Security Clearance
• Previous experience in electronics manufacturing, inspection, cleanroom operations, or precision assembly is preferred but not required.
• Prior exposure to MIL-STD-883 and IPC-A-610 standards is preferred but not required