FPV Drone QA Inspector - Electronics & Assembly

Unusual Machines; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Unlimited PTO

Paid Holidays

Daily catered lunches

Job summary

Unusual Machines is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Inspector to monitor and inspect drone components through manufacturing—from sub-assembly to pre-shipment—ensuring conformance to drawings, BOMs, and work instructions. You will catch issues at the source and collaborate with production and engineering to drive quality.

This role suits someone technically sharp and thrive in fast-paced production. The ideal candidate has 2+ years in quality inspection of electronic assemblies or

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of experience in in-process inspection, quality control, or a production environment with quality responsibilities.
• Experience inspecting electronic assemblies, PCBs, or electromechanical components.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and assembly work instructions.
• Proficiency with standard hand measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, go/no-go gauges).
• Strong attention to detail, ability to concentrate during repetitive tasks, and commitment to accuracy.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for defect reporting and cross-functional interaction.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process and final inspections at defined production checkpoints, including sub-assembly, final assembly, and pre-shipment stages for hardware, electronics, and mechanical components.
• Verify that assemblies, PCBs, cable harnesses, and structural components are built to engineering drawings, BOMs, and approved work instructions.
• Conduct visual, dimensional, and functional checks using calipers, gauges, magnification tools, and other inspection equipment appropriate to the operation.
• Inspect solder joints, connector seating, and PCB assemblies in accordance with IPC-A-610 or equivalent standards.
• Record inspection results in real time within the quality management system (QMS), maintaining accurate and traceable inspection records.
• Identify and segregate nonconforming product; initiate nonconformance reports (NCRs) and apply proper identification and disposition tags.
• Communicate defect findings clearly and promptly to production leads and engineers to support real-time corrective action.
• Participate in first article inspections (FAI) for new or revised assemblies.
• Monitor and verify production operator adherence to ESD control procedures, FOD prevention practices, and safety requirements.
• Support continuous improvement activities by tracking defect trends and contributing to root cause analysis.
• Assist in developing and refining in-process inspection check sheets (Inspection Plans), acceptance criteria, and visual aids.
• Maintain calibration status of assigned inspection tools and report any out-of-calibration conditions.

Skills

In-process inspection

Quality control

Reading engineering drawings

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Manufacturing environment experience

Experience with FPV drones

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical degree in Quality/Manufacturing (preferred)

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Go/no-go gauges

Job description

Unusual Machines is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Inspector to monitor and inspect drone components through manufacturing—from sub-assembly to pre-shipment—ensuring conformance to drawings, BOMs, and work instructions. You will catch issues at the source and collaborate with production and engineering to drive quality.

This role suits someone technically sharp and thrive in fast-paced production. The ideal candidate has 2+ years in quality inspection of electronic assemblies or