Quality Control Inspector A (IPC-610)

Frontgrade Technologies; Plainview (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Frontgrade Technologies in Plainview, NY is seeking a Quality Control Inspector A to collaborate with production personnel to ensure the orderly production and shipment of quality products. You will inspect parts at receipt, during in-process steps, and in final inspection, communicating errors and recording test data.

You will apply GD&T knowledge to perform mechanical, dimensional, and visual inspections across diverse product lines, review documentation (CoC, CoA, FAIR), and coordinate with

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in area of responsibility.
• Standards IPC-A-610 — Electronics assembly acceptability; J-STD-001; ISO 9001 knowledge (plus)
• Tooling Experience With: Micrometers, Calipers, Depth gauge, Height gauge, Dial indicator

Responsibilities

• Understand and interpret basic GD&T (blueprint reading).
• Mechanical/dimensional inspection of a diverse product lines.
• Review/audit of required documentation: CoC, CoA, FAIR.
• Write DMRs (Defective Material Reports) as needed and coordinates RTV Tracker.
• Inspect parts during receipt of material, in-process and final inspection and communicate errors and systemic trends to the supervisor

Skills

Quality control

Attention to detail

Documentation

Education

IPC-A-610 knowledge

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Depth gauge

Height gauge

Dial indicator

Job description

Job Description

The Quality Control Inspector A works with production personnel to ensure production and shipment of quality products. This involves inspecting parts during receipt of material, in-process and final inspection, communicating errors, and recording test data. The Quality Inspector lends strong attention to detail to support the mechanical/dimensional and visual inspection of finished goods and supplier parts.

Job Description

The Quality Control Inspector A works with production personnel to ensure production and shipment of quality products. This involves inspecting parts during receipt of material, in-process and final inspection, communicating errors, and recording test data. The Quality Inspector lends strong attention to detail to support the mechanical/dimensional and visual inspection of finished goods and supplier parts.

Effective pay rate on 10/01/2026 will be Compensation: $34.81/hourly

Responsibilities

• Understand and interpret of basic GD&T (blueprint reading)
• Mechanical/dimensional inspection of a diverse product lines
• Review/audit of required documentation: CoC, CoA, FAIR
• Write DMRs (Defective Material Reports) as needed and coordinates RTV Tracker (Return to Vendor)
• Use measuring and monitoring equipment (calipers, height gages, pin gages, vernier’s, etc.)
• Coordinate with Material Review Board, Planning, Purchasing or Quality Engineering as needed to resolve open issues
• Review of COCs (Certificates of Conformance), Purchase Orders and Test documents to ensure completion accuracy
• Inspect parts during receipt of material, in-process and final inspection and proactively communicate errors and systemic trends to the supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in area of responsibility.
• Standards
  • IPC-A-610 — Electronics assembly acceptability
  • J-STD-001 — Soldered electrical/electronic assemblies (plus)
  • ISO 9001 / quality-system knowledge (plus)
• Tooling Experience With:
  • Micrometers
  • Calipers
  • Depth gauge
  • Height gauge
  • Dial indicator

About Frontgrade

ABOUT US

At Frontgrade, we build mission-critical electronics that perform without compromise in the world’s most demanding environments, from deep space to national defense. With decades of proven heritage, we deliver high-reliability components, subsystems, and integrated solutions trusted when failure is not an option. But our strength is not just in what we build. It is in the people who make it possible. From engineers and product managers to sales teams, marketers, and skilled manufacturing professionals, every role plays a direct part in enabling missions that protect, explore, and connect our world. We move with purpose, collaborate across disciplines, and take pride in delivering solutions our customers rely on in the highest-stakes environments. If you want your work, whatever your specialty, to contribute to something bigger, you will find your place at Frontgrade.

Why Work for Us

We believe mission success starts with taking care of our people. That’s why we offer competitive health, wealth, and wellbeing benefits from day one. You’ll also find real opportunities to learn, grow, and advance, whether you’re building technical expertise, leading teams, or expanding into new areas. Here, your growth is part of the mission.

Additional Information

This position may require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by either ITAR or EAR U.S. export laws. As a condition of any job offer, in order to be employed in this position, you may need to obtain a U.S. Government export license(s), as required by law.