QA Technician — SMT/PCBA Inspection & Rework

FLIR Systems, Inc.; Ridge, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated is seeking a QA Technician to perform routine SMT and mechanical receiving inspections to ensure quality standards. You will work with Operations and Engineering to support PCB soldering modifications using defined methods and accessible documentation.

The role involves documenting findings, entering data into the ERP system, and contributing to root-cause analysis and corrective actions. Training may extend this role to cable/crimp inspection.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 2-4 years of relevant experience in electronics, SMT, quality inspection, or related field.
• Proficiency with mechanical inspection tools (calipers, micrometers).
• Experience with microscope inspection and SMT soldering required.
• IPC J-STD-001 and/or IPC-A-610 certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow documented inspection procedures for electrical and mechanical evaluations.
• Perform SMT/PCBA incoming inspection to verify conformance to specifications.
• Execute in-house PCBA changes, rework, and soldering modifications as required.
• Conduct incoming mechanical inspections using precision measurement tools.
• Document incoming inspection failures and initiate return to vendor paperwork.
• Could include conference calls with Vendors.
• Accurately document findings and enter inspection data into the ERP system.
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with safety regulations and company procedures.
• Participate actively in quality improvement initiatives, including problem-solving and corrective actions.
• Position could extend to Cable/Crimp inspection with training.

Skills

SMT inspection

PCBA

Soldering

Microscope inspection

Mechanical inspection

ERP data entry

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

2–4 years electronics/ SMT/ quality inspection

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Microscope

Job description

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated is seeking a QA Technician to perform routine SMT and mechanical receiving inspections to ensure quality standards. You will work with Operations and Engineering to support PCB soldering modifications using defined methods and accessible documentation.

The role involves documenting findings, entering data into the ERP system, and contributing to root-cause analysis and corrective actions. Training may extend this role to cable/crimp inspection.