Aerospace QC Inspector: First Article & Process Improvement

CACI International Inc.; Los Gatos (CA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International Inc. is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to monitor and control the production process for mechanical parts, PCBAs, and cables. Inspect using IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, MIL-STD, and drawings to ensure dimensional and functional conformance.

You will document results, issue nonconformance reports, and participate in process audits. The role emphasizes precision, ESD control, and continuous quality improvements within a defense-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years in electrical, mechanical, or electro-mech inspection for electronics manufacturing.
• Experience in aerospace/defense industries is a plus.
• Familiarity with IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, MIL-STD inspections.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and determine acceptability of mechanical parts and PCBAs/cables per standards.
• Perform first article inspections on new designs using drawings/documentation.
• Execute incoming, in-process, final, and pre-ship inspections for conformance.
• Record results in the quality management database and report findings.
• Generate nonconformance reports and support rework or scrap disposition.
• Conduct process audits and identify improvement opportunities.
• Support senior staff and adapt to dynamic priorities.

Skills

Electrical inspection

Mechanical inspection

Electro-mechanical inspection

Measurement tools

ESD control

Documentation

Process audits

Education

IPC-610 certification

J-STD-001 certification

IPC-620 certification

ESD awareness (S20.20)

Tools

Pin gauges

Calipers

Visual inspection system

Microscope

Job description

CACI International Inc. is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to monitor and control the production process for mechanical parts, PCBAs, and cables. Inspect using IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, MIL-STD, and drawings to ensure dimensional and functional conformance.

You will document results, issue nonconformance reports, and participate in process audits. The role emphasizes precision, ESD control, and continuous quality improvements within a defense-focused environment.