Quality Control – Electrical Components

Transmission & Distribution World; Grand Forks (ND); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Ideal Aerosmith is a leading provider of precision inertial guidance test systems and aerospace test engineering services.

The Quality Inspector - Electrical performs in-process and final inspections of electrical components and systems used in test equipment, verifies workmanship and soldering per IPC-610 standards, and collaborates with production and engineering to ensure quality and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience preferred.
• Electronics Technician experience preferred.
• Must be able to distinguish colors.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs inspections including continuity testing, component placement, soldering, crimping, and workmanship per IPC-610 standards.
• Provide feedback to assemblers and supervisors to drive corrective actions.
• Monitor, collect, and analyze non-conforming product data.
• Clarify documentation with engineering or customer as needed.
• Interpret technical drawings, schematics, and wirelists.
• Perform Acceptance Test Procedures on finished products.
• Lead continuous improvement activities to enhance quality and profitability.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Attention to detail

Prioritization

Reading engineering prints

Tools

IPC-610C

Job description

Ideal Aerosmith is a leading supplier of precision inertial guidance test systems, flight motion simulators, and a premier provider of aerospace test engineering services, ATE system engineering, and quality contract manufacturing services to the aerospace industry. We're experts and we earn that title everyday with our customers through innovative engineering, manufacturing, and sustainment of world-class motion and electric test solutions and services.

Here, we don’t just solve complex problems - we redefine what’s possible. Every role at Ideal Aerosmith supports a lean culture through continuous improvement - ongoing, incremental enhancements to products, processes, or services aimed at reducing waste and boosting efficiency, customer service, and performance. With a team of skilled problem solvers and a culture that thrives on tackling challenges head-on, we are dedicated to our clients' success. Enjoy competitive benefits, a supportive work environment, and every other Friday off to recharge.

The Quality Inspector plays a key role in ensuring the precision and reliability of products that support critical customer applications. The Quality Inspector - Electrical is responsible for performing in-process and final inspections of electrical components and systems used in test equipment. This includes verifying workmanship, component placement, soldering, crimping, and continuity in accordance with engineering specifications and IPC-610 standards. The role supports quality assurance through documentation review, defect tracking, and collaboration with production and engineering teams to ensure product compliance and continuous improvement.

Job Responsibilities

• Performs inspections including continuity testing, component placement, solder, crimping, and overall workmanship per the engineering department and IPC-610.
• Feedback information to assemblers and supervisors to ensure corrective and preventive action is taken where required.
• Monitoring, collection, and analysis of non-conforming product data.
• Clarification of documentation with engineering and/or customer.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and wirelists.
• Perform Acceptance Test Procedure on finished product.
• Initiate, lead, and implement continuous improvement activities to achieve profitability and improve quality.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Electronics Technician experience preferred.
• Must be able to distinguish colors.
• Proficient knowledge of IPC-610C with a current or prior certification preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to travel domestically.
• Due to federal contract requirements, candidates must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. §1324b(a)(3).

Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Practiced in the use of computers.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Solid interpersonal skills.
• Able to prioritize and manage work effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to work on assignments that lack detailed instructions.
• Skill to read engineering prints.

Physical Requirements

• Must have the ability to lift and/or carry 45 lbs.
• Ability to work for extended periods at computer workstation/keyboard.
• Ability to type accurately and efficiently.
• The position will require walking, standing, squatting, crouching, stooping, lifting, climbing, pulling, pushing, sitting, repetitive motion and kneeling.

Ideal Aerosmith is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our goal is to create a work environment that celebrates diversity and inclusion, where all employees feel respected and valued. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and strive to provide equal employment opportunities to everyone....