Quality Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Posting – Quality Assurance Representative

Position Title

Quality Assurance Representative

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Quality Assurance Representative to support inspection and quality assurance activities for electronic assemblies and PCBAs. The ideal candidate will have experience working in an electronics manufacturing environment and be comfortable performing inspections, supplier quality activities, and supporting First Article Inspections (FAIs).

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform receiving, in-process, and final inspections of:
  • Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBAs)
  • Electronic assemblies
  • Mechanical/electrical subassemblies
  • Fully assembled products
• Verify product compliance to:
  • Engineering drawings
  • Assembly drawings
  • Bills of Material (BOMs)
  • Customer specifications
  • Work instructions
• Support First Article Inspections (FAIs) and supplier qualification activities.
• Travel to supplier/vendor locations to perform:
  • Supplier Quality Reviews
  • Source inspections
  • First Article Inspections (FAIs)
• Document inspection results and communicate nonconformances.
• Work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Supply Chain to resolve quality issues.
• Maintain accurate inspection and quality records in accordance with company procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

The following certifications and experience are preferred but not required :

• IPC-A-610 Certified IPC Specialist (CIS)
• IPC/WHMA-A-620 Certified IPC Specialist (CIS)
• Basic internal or supplier auditing experience
• Experience inspecting electronic assemblies and PCBAs
• Familiarity with interpreting engineering drawings and Bills of Material (BOMs)

Required Skills

• Ability to read and interpret engineering and assembly drawings.
• Understanding of electronic components and PCB assemblies.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic computer skills using Microsoft Office applications.

Travel Requirements

• Must be willing and able to travel periodically to supplier and vendor locations for:
  • First Article Inspections (FAIs)
  • Supplier Quality Assessments
  • Source Inspection activities

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree in Electronics, Engineering Technology, or related field is a plus.
• Previous experience in Quality Assurance, Electronics Manufacturing, or PCB Assembly inspection is preferred.

Desired Attributes

• Self-motivated with a strong commitment to quality.
• Professional, dependable, and customer focused.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining high quality standards.

Join our team and help ensure the highest standards of quality for electronic products supporting demanding commercial, industrial, and aerospace/defense applications.