Quality Assurance Specialist, Quality Control

Socket.dev; Lanham (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental Insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible Spending Account

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a Quality Assurance professional to analyze quality data across manufacturing and assembly, audit documentation, and drive MRB and corrective actions. You will coordinate FAI and inspections, review supplier documentation, and maintain detailed quality reports.

The role emphasizes GD&T interpretation, FARO Arm usage, and EEE/PCB inspections. The ideal candidate has a background in aerospace or regulated environments, with ASQ credentials and CostPoint/Deltek experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace, defense, electronics manufacturing, or a similar regulated environment.
• Interpreting mechanical drawings and GD&T.
• Experience executing FARO Arm programs for dimensional inspection.
• Familiarity with supplier quality, nonconformance tracking, MRB processes.

Responsibilities

• Audit supplier quality documentation and ensure compliance with purchase orders and specifications.
• Coordinate FAI, in-process and final inspections, and maintain inspection records.
• Review C of C, test reports, and supplier documentation for accuracy.
• Analyze inspection results and document quality reports.
• Support supplier audits and corrective action follow-up.

Skills

Quality data analysis

Auditing

Root cause analysis

Strong communication

Analytical problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quality Management, Business Analytics, Supply Chain, Operations, or a related technical discipline

ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or Certified Quality Inspector (CQI)

Tools

CostPoint/Deltek

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Quality Assurance Analysis

• Evaluate quality performance data for manufacturing, assembly, integration, and test activities to identify trends.
• Audit drawings, specifications, work instructions, and manufacturing documentation for compliance with contractual and quality requirements.
• Facilitate nonconformance investigations, track root cause analysis data, monitor corrective actions, and document MRB activities.
• Provide quality compliance oversight throughout the manufacturing process and track production-related quality metrics.
• Coordinate First Article Inspections (FAI), in-process inspections, and final acceptance documentation.

Mechanical Inspection

• Perform receiving, in-process, and final inspection of machined and fabricated mechanical components and assemblies.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, tolerances, and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Perform dimensional inspections using calibrated inspection equipment, including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, pin gauges, and other precision measurement tools.
• Utilize Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) and/or FARO Arm programs to execute dimensional inspections and verification.
• Execute, update, and maintain existing CMM or FARO Arm inspection programs based on engineering drawings and GD&T requirements.
• Perform receiving and visual inspection of bare Printed Wiring Boards (PWBs) for compliance with engineering drawings, procurement specifications, and applicable workmanship/acceptance requirements.
• Inspect PWBs for dimensional requirements, workmanship, surface defects, solder mask, plating, hole quality, markings, and other specified acceptance criteria.
• Perform or support PWB dimensional verification, bow and twist measurements, and First Article Inspection (FAI), as required.
• Review supplier documentation, Certificates of Conformance (C of C), inspection/test reports, and other required PWB acceptance documentation.
• Analyze and document inspection results and generate detailed quality reports.
• Identify, document, and track nonconforming material in accordance with established Quality procedures.
• Support First Article Inspection (FAI) activities and documentation, as required.

Electrical / EEE Inspection

• Perform receiving and acceptance inspection of Electrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical (EEE) parts and assemblies.
• Verify part numbers, manufacturer information, date/lot codes, quantities, markings, packaging, and traceability documentation.
• Review Certificates of Conformance (C of C), test reports, and other supplier documentation against purchase order and specification requirements.
• Perform visual and dimensional inspections of electronic components, connectors, cables, and related hardware.
• Support ESD-controlled handling and inspection requirements.

Supplier Quality Compliance

• Support supplier qualification, evaluation, surveillance, and performance monitoring through data scorecards.
• Audit supplier Quality Management Systems, certifications, capabilities, and quality documentation.
• Partner with suppliers to track nonconformances, monitor corrective actions, and resolve recurring quality issues.
• Review supplier corrective action responses and verify effectiveness of implemented corrective actions.
• Participate in supplier audits and source inspections, as required.
• Coordinate closely with Procurement, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Program teams to ensure supplier compliance with purchase order, drawing, specification, and contractual requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace, defense, electronics manufacturing, or a similar regulated environment.
• Working knowledge of AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality requirements.
• Experience interpreting mechanical drawings and GD&T.
• Experience executing FARO Arm programs for dimensional inspection.
• Experience with mechanical, bare PWB, and/or EEE inspection.
• Knowledge of ESD controls and electronic component handling.
• Familiarity with supplier quality, nonconformance tracking, corrective action systems, and MRB processes.
• Strong communication, data documentation, and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Ability to support multiple programs and changing priorities.
• Excellent computer skills and experience using Microsoft Office, Excel.
• Experience with CostPoint/Deltek applications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Quality Management, Business Analytics, Supply Chain, Operations, or a related technical discipline.
• Five to seven years of experience in manufacturing quality analysis, inspection, or supplier quality compliance.
• Professional certifications such as ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) are highly desirable.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibility.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit or stand. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or type using keyboards, The employee is occasionally required to walk; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk or hear.

The employee must regularly lift and move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This position is full-time 40 hours per week. Typically, day and core hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Travel

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Medical insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Supplemental Pay

Bonus pay (discretionary)

Eligibility

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

AAP/EEO Statement

• We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.
• We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• Reasonable accommodation is available for individuals with disabilities.
• We encourage applications from veterans and individuals with diverse experiences.
• Our hiring practices are designed to promote equal employment opportunities for all.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 21 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.