Mission-Critical QA Inspector – Electronics & Space

HEICO; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

VPT, Inc. is seeking a full-time Quality Inspector in Blacksburg, VA to perform in-line inspections of mission-critical electronic subassemblies, PCBAs, and final power conversion products.

The role reports to the Quality Assurance Manager and ensures compliance with space and military workmanship standards. Responsibilities include visual, microscopic, and dimensional inspections, documentation of findings, and collaboration with Quality, Production, and Engineering to resolve non-conformances.

Qualifications

• Experience performing visual, microscopic, and dimensional inspections of electronic assemblies.
• Familiarity with IPC-A-610 Class 3, space class requirements, and J-STD-001 Space Class 3 is a plus.
• Strong documentation and non-conformance reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual, microscopic, and dimensional inspections of WIP electronic subassemblies and modules against internal and space-grade standards.
• Conduct final mechanical and visual inspections of completed product assemblies against blueprints and SOPs.
• Support ESD ground line equipment verification at workstations to maintain a safe, static-free facility.
• Assist with preventive maintenance programs to ensure proper calibration and safe operation of equipment.
• Accurately document inspection findings and non-conformances.
• Collaborate with Quality, Production, and Engineering to resolve non-conformances.
• Support additional QA/QC initiatives as needed.

Job description

VPT, Inc. is seeking a full-time Quality Inspector in Blacksburg, VA to perform in-line inspections of mission-critical electronic subassemblies, PCBAs, and final power conversion products.

The role reports to the Quality Assurance Manager and ensures compliance with space and military workmanship standards. Responsibilities include visual, microscopic, and dimensional inspections, documentation of findings, and collaboration with Quality, Production, and Engineering to resolve non-conformances.