Inspector III

Job Description

***This is a 1st Shift Position: Monday - Thursday, 5:00am - 3:30pm***

Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics - from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we're innovating for the future. And you can, too. We put our customers first - exemplified by our mission: "We Protect Those Who Protect US®." Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.


In this Quality Inspector III role, you will perform In-Process and Final Inspection operations on microwave modules utilizing a microscope for the majority of the workday. Using predetermined methods, operations, setups and prescribed specifications to visually inspect moderate to complex assemblies and subassemblies to ensure compliance to applicable quality specifications and standards. Work from blueprints, diagrams, regulatory and BAE specifications, drawing or inspection instructions and checklists. May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures. You will receive intense training to become a certified inspector utilizing MIL-STD-883 criteria to inspect microwave modules. Microwave elements include MMICs, resistors, diodes, caps, substrates and all bonding types (gold wire and ribbon), which are inspected in accordance with MIL-STD-883.

This role will be performed full-time onsite 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 job. This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility 100% of the time. Note, this is a 1st shift position that operates on a 4-day workweek (Mon-Thurs) with 10-hour days (5:00am to 3:30pm).


About BAE Systems Electronic Systems

BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

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 Degree or GED equivalent with 1-2+ years of Inspection experience.

• Ability to work under minimal supervision.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• English literacy is required to ensure the candidate will be capable of following process instructions and safety guidelines.

• Ability to work in a team environment.

• Capable of utilizing a microscope for the majority of the working shift.

• Computer literate and able to navigate with Microsoft Office and production related software.

Preferred Skills and Education

• Experience inspecting microelectronic devices in accordance with military specification like MIL-STD-883 and IPC-A-610.
• Minimum of 2 years with inspecting electronic devices in accordance with written specifications.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in a electronics manufacturing environment.

• Understanding of Quality Management Systems and audit procedures.

• Ability to read assembly drawings, schematics, BOMs, ECOs, process sheets and other related documentation used for the inspection of components, assemblies and subassemblies.

• Experience tracking factory hardware and documenting non-conformances in Manufacturing Execution Systems.

• Ability to interface with engineering regarding technical issues, process changes, and improvements.

• Understanding of AS9102 requirements.