Electrical Inspector

griffonaerospace; Madison (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge U⌀

Dynamic, fast-growing aerospace andDef

Job summary

Griffon Aerospace in Madison, Alabama seeks an Electrical Inspector to join our quality team, supporting prototype development and production for UAV electronics. The role requires hands-on inspection of wiring harnesses and assemblies, with IPC standard knowledge and a background in aerospace/defense electronics.

You will help ensure quality across development and production environments in a full-time on-site setting.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in electrical inspection.
• Experience with circuit boards and wiring harnesses.
• Background in aerospace/defense industry or military electronics.
• IPC standards: J-STD-001, IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620.
• Ability to read technical drawings, schematics, and work instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Able to work independently or in a team.
• U.S. Person per ITAR and access to ITAR/CUI.
• Experience in both development and production environments.

Responsibilities

• Inspect wiring harnesses and electrical assemblies using engineering drawings and IPC standards.
• Perform receiving inspection on harnesses and electrical assemblies from suppliers.
• Document inspection results and technical findings.
• Collaborate with engineering and production to identify and resolve issues.
• Support both engineering prototype builds and production manufacturing efforts.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas in compliance with safety and quality standards.

Skills

Electrical inspection

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Development & production experience

Education

IPC J-STD-001 certification

IPC-A-610 certification

IPC-A-620 certification

Experience in aerospace/defense electronics

Job description

Company Overview

Griffon Aerospace is a trusted aerospace solutions provider based in Madison, Alabama, specializing in the design, development, and operation of advanced unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). Since 1995, we have delivered over 12,000 unmanned air vehicles to the Department of Defense, allied nations, and commercial customers. We pride ourselves on being a lion-hearted partner, designing, building, and flying the most capable and intelligent aerial systems that give our servicemen an unfair advantage wherever they fly.

Position Summary

Griffon Aerospace is seeking an Electrical Inspector to join our quality team in Madison, Alabama. This role will support both prototype development and production efforts for cutting-edge UAV electronics systems. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in electrical inspection on both harnesses and electrical assemblies, with a background in either aerospace/defense industry or military electronics.

Primary Responsibilities

• Inspect wiring harnesses and electrical assemblies using engineering drawings and IPC standards
• Perform receiving inspection on harnesses and electrical assemblies from suppliers
• Document inspection results and technical findings
• Collaborate with engineering and production to identify and resolve issues
• Support both engineering prototype builds and production manufacturing efforts
• Maintain clean and organized work areas in compliance with safety and quality standards

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in electrical inspection
• Experience working with circuit boards and wiring harnesses
• Prior experience in aerospace, defense industry, or military electronics (technical military occupational specialty)
• Working knowledge and understanding of IPC standards including J-STD-001, IPC-A-610, and IPC-A-620
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and work instructions
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR regulations and able to access ITAR and CUI (Controlled Unclassified Information)
• Ability to work in both engineering development and production manufacturing environments

Preferred Qualifications

• IPC J-STD-001 (Soldering) certification
• IPC-A-610 (Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies) certification
• IPC-A-620 (Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies) certification
• Familiarity with military specifications and standards

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and handle electronic assemblies and equipment
• Capable of performing detailed work requiring manual dexterity and good hand-eye coordination
• Ability to work at a bench or workstation for extended periods

Work Environment

• Full-time, on-site position in Madison, Alabama
• Work will be performed in production manufacturing environments
• Standard business hours with occasional flexibility required to meet project deadlines
• Travel is not anticipated as a regular requirement

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge UAV technology
• Dynamic, fast-growing aerospace and defense industry environment
• Career advancement opportunities within a growing company

US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED

• Yes

ABILITY TO OBTAIN SECURITY CLEARANCE

• Yes