Quality Control Inspector - 2nd Shift

Astronautics Corporation of America; Oak Creek (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Excellent benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Oak Creek, Wisconsin is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to join their quality assurance team. In this on-site role, you'll inspect circuit cards and electronic components, ensuring they meet quality standards. Successful candidates will have a high school diploma and must be detail-oriented with good organizational skills. Preferred qualifications include experience with electronics assembly and quality inspection. The position offers competitive pay and a friendly work environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to understand written work instructions and drawings.
• Familiarity with electronics assembly preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds, sit and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Inspect circuit cards and components per drawings and procedures.
• Prepare and upload inspection results.
• Utilize ERP system for documentation.
• Maintain an organized work area.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong organizational skills

Familiarity with MS Word

Familiarity with Excel

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

What You Will Do

We are seeking a Quality Control Inspector to join our quality assurance team. In this role, you will ensure that our circuit cards, electronic components, and electro‑mechanical components are manufactured correctly and functioning properly. This role helps to reduce failures and delays as we build displays, onboard computing, and communication solutions that make flying safer.

This on‑site position is located at our headquarters in Oak Creek, WI. It is a 2nd shift position (3:00 PM‑11:30 PM) with a shift premium. Training for all shifts will be held on 1st shift (7:00 AM‑3:30 PM). You will report directly to the Continuous Improvement and Quality Manager in Quality Assurance.

How You Will Do It

• Inspect circuit cards, electronic, and electro‑mechanical components per drawings, procedures, and work instructions.
• Prepare and upload results of test and inspection.
• Utilize our ERP system.
• Maintain an organized work area.
• Perform other various types of inspection as required.

Required

• High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Must be a U.S. person as defined under U.S. export regulations.
• Must be detail‑orientated and have strong organizational skills.
• Must be able to understand written work instructions and drawings.
• Must be able to use the microscope for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to successfully pass Astronautics' one‑week Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies training class.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds and sit/stand for extended periods of time.
• Familiarity with MS Word, Excel.
• Ability to successfully complete a vision test.

Desired

• Electronics assembly experience.
• Two or more years of relevant quality inspection experience.

Who We Are

Join a team that designs computers, displays, and electronic systems for aircraft of the future! At Astronautics Corporation of America (Astronautics), you will be part of a creative group of professionals who work on the cutting‑edge of technology. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, and the opportunity for professional growth in a friendly environment.

Astronautics, headquartered in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, is a global leader in the design, development, and manufacture of secure avionics equipment and systems for the commercial and military aerospace industry. Key product areas include electronic primary flight and engine displays, connected aircraft and cyber solutions, electronic flight bags, and certified servers for airborne applications. Services include avionics system integration and custom software for critical applications. Since its founding in 1959, Astronautics has been providing trusted, reliable, and tailored solutions to help customers achieve mission success. Astronautics is the parent company of Kearfott Corporation, headquartered in Pine Brook, New Jersey.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.