PCB/PCBA Incoming Quality Inspector – Precision & Compliance

Northwood Space; New Mexico; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwood Space is seeking an Incoming Quality Technician to manage the Incoming Inspection Room, verify PCBs, PCBA, machined parts against drawings and IPC criteria, and maintain calibration and ESD controls.

You will collaborate with SQE and Engineering to resolve issues, support engineering samples and first articles, perform Gage R&R studies, and drive measurement data for DFMs and supplier improvements.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in incoming or quality inspection of PCB/PCBA and mechanical parts.
• Ability to interpret PCB/PCBA drawings with GD&T and critical characteristics.
• Experience with precision measurement equipment and calibration management.
• Knowledge of IPC-A-600/IPC-A-610 criteria and ESD handling.
• Experience using ERP/MES systems to record inspection results and manage NCR/MRB.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming PCB/PCBA and mechanical parts against drawings, specifications, approved inspection plans, and IPC criteria.
• Verify supplier CoCs, inspection reports, traceability records, and applicable FAI/PPAP documentation.
• Manage the Incoming Inspection Room, including measurement tools, calibration schedules, records, and ESD controls.
• Record inspection results and material traceability; transfer nonconforming material to MRB and coordinate with SQE/RE.
• Provide dimensional measurement, inspection and product verification support for engineering samples and first articles; conduct Gage R&R studies.
• Share inspection data with Engineering and suppliers to support drawing corrections and DFMs.

Skills

IPC-A-600/IPC-A-610 knowledge

GD&T

Precision measurement

ESD controls

ERP/MES systems

Education

IPC-A-600/IPC-A-610 certification

Tools

CMMs

Optical inspection systems

Handheld tools

Custom fixtures

Job description

Northwood Space is seeking an Incoming Quality Technician to manage the Incoming Inspection Room, verify PCBs, PCBA, machined parts against drawings and IPC criteria, and maintain calibration and ESD controls.

You will collaborate with SQE and Engineering to resolve issues, support engineering samples and first articles, perform Gage R&R studies, and drive measurement data for DFMs and supplier improvements.