Senior Quality Inspector

Job Title: Senior Quality Inspector Location: Onsite in Charleroi, PA Employment Type: Contract-to-direct (position open due to promotion) Industry: Defense Hourly Contractor Rate: Target of $34.06 (flexible to $39.85 for the ideal candidate match) Note: The intent is to fill this position with a contractor that wants to be a direct employee of the customer. They will convert the individual in the future. About the Opportunity Join a mission-driven manufacturing and quality team where you'll ensure critical electronic and mechanical products meet stringent quality and compliance standards. In this role, you'll inspect materials, assemblies, and equipment while supporting defect analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives in a highly technical environment. Working with metals (mechanical), cables and circuit card assemblies. Why You'll Love Working Here Work with advanced technologies supporting critical defense and national security missions Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality professionals in a team-oriented environment Gain exposure to cutting-edge products and sophisticated testing equipment Opportunity for continuous learning and professional development Why This Opportunity is Exciting This role offers the chance to play a key part in delivering high-quality products where precision and reliability are critical. Your expertise will directly contribute to mission‑critical technologies used in some of the world's most demanding environments. About Acara Solutions Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider— we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide. What You'll Do Inspect parts, materials, assemblies, and equipment for compliance with engineering and quality requirements Perform real-time defect evaluations and document findings accurately Operate and monitor automated electronic and mechanical test equipment Verify implementation of corrective actions and support rework activities Prepare and maintain quality assurance documentation and inspection records Collaborate with internal teams and suppliers to resolve quality-related issues Apply statistical process control and quality methodologies to improve product performance Job Requirements What You'll Bring High School Diploma or GED equivalent required (Associate's degree allows 4 years of experience) Min 6 years of mechanical and electronics (metals, cables, PCBAs) manufacturing quality inspection experience that includes interpreting workmanship standards, engineering drawings, and inspection criteria Min 3 years of experience in a lab tool environment performing mechanical and electronic inspections using measurement and test equipment What Sets You Apart Associate degree in Electronics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related field J-STD-001, J-STD-002, IPC-610, MIL-STD-883, MIL-STD-750, or X-Ray inspection certifications Experience setting up electronic or mechanical test configurations Strong attention to detail and ability to perform accurate defect analysis Ability to multitask effectively and collaborate across teams Interest in leveraging AI and continuous improvement methodologies to enhance quality processes Working knowledge of ESD control, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), and statistical process control techniques Additional Information Position is 100% onsite in Charleroi, PA Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen Occasional overtime may be required based on production demands and business needs In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret DoD security clearance. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran. Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Aleron