Aerospace PCB AOI Operator - IPC Certified QA

Mercury-Systems; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Health, life and disability insurance

Company-paid holidays and time off

Stock purchase plan

Tuition reimbursement

Access to learning platforms

Job summary

Mercury Systems seeks an experienced PCB quality inspector to verify in-process assemblies, perform spot checks, and document discrepancies. You will ensure conformance to BOM, customer specs, and IPC standards while escalating issues to leadership.

The role requires hands-on soldering with a microscope, knowledge of IPC 610/7711/7721 where applicable, and operating Koh Young AOI equipment in a fast-paced environment. Teamwork and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires IPC-A-610 and IPC-J-STD-001 knowledge and hands-on soldering skills.
• Minimum 2–3 years of hand soldering experience on complex PCBs.
• Ability to inspect with microscope and perform test soldering as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process visual verification of electronic assemblies and document discrepancies.
• Ensure quality at production line level using spot-inspection and first-piece verification.
• Verify in-process material against BOM, customer specs and IPC standards.
• Record documentation accurately and escalate systemic issues to leadership.
• Conduct regular quality line audits and ensure PPE/ESD/FOD compliance.
• Operate Koh Young AOI equipment and solder as required per IPC guidelines.

Skills

Hand soldering

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Meticulous hand-eye coordination

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Koh Young AOI

Microscope

Soldering equipment

Job description

Mercury Systems seeks an experienced PCB quality inspector to verify in-process assemblies, perform spot checks, and document discrepancies. You will ensure conformance to BOM, customer specs, and IPC standards while escalating issues to leadership.

The role requires hands-on soldering with a microscope, knowledge of IPC 610/7711/7721 where applicable, and operating Koh Young AOI equipment in a fast-paced environment. Teamwork and attention to detail are essential.