Quality Engineer in Carson City

Energy Jobline ZR; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket EMS is seeking a detail-driven Quality Engineer to champion product reliability across PCB manufacturing. You will lead defect prevention, root cause analyses, and CAPA programs in a cross-functional team environment.

You will monitor quality metrics, support FAI and audits, and ensure compliance with IPC-A-610/620 and ISO 9001, driving continuous improvement and traceability throughout production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or related field (or equivalent).
• Experience in electronics or PCBA manufacturing environments (SMT/Through-Hole).
• Solid knowledge of IPC-A-610/620 and quality systems (AS9100/ISO 9001).

Responsibilities

• Monitor production quality performance and lead root cause analysis for nonconformances and yield issues.
• Develop and implement CAPAs to eliminate recurring problems.
• Support FAI, in-process audits, and final inspections for SMT, Through-Hole, and mechanical assemblies.
• Collaborate with Process/Manufacturing Engineers to validate new processes and tooling.
• Review MPIs and inspection criteria to ensure IPC and standards compliance.
• Analyze defect data to identify trends and drive improvements.
• Support DFM reviews, ECOs, and MRB activities with proper documentation.
• Participate in ISO and customer audits and maintain quality system compliance.
• Provide quality training and guidance to production operators.

Skills

IPC knowledge

AS9100/ISO9001 familiarity

Data-driven problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Quality

Tools

PFMEA

Control Plans

SPC

Job description

Quality Engineer

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-driven Quality Engineer to champion product reliability and ensure every assembly meets the highest customer and industry standards. You'll work cross-functionally with Production, Process, and Engineering teams to prevent defects, investigate issues, and drive continuous improvement throughout our PCB manufacturing operations.

What You'll Do

• Monitor production quality performance and lead root cause analysis for nonconformances, escapes, and yield issues.
• Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to eliminate recurring problems.
• Support first article inspections (FAI), in-process audits, and final inspection verification for SMT, Through-Hole, and mechanical assemblies.
• Collaborate with Process and Manufacturing Engineers to validate new processes, tooling, and equipment from a quality standpoint.
• Review MPIs, customer specifications, and inspection criteria to ensure compliance with IPC-A-610 and other applicable standards.
• Analyze defect and rework data to identify trends and drive process and quality improvements.
• Support DFM reviews, ECOs, and MRB activities to ensure proper documentation and traceability of quality decisions.
• Participate in internal and external audits (ISO, customer, regulatory) and maintain quality system compliance.
• Provide quality training and guidance to production operators and technicians.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or related technical discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Experience in electronics or PCBA manufacturing environments (SMT, Through-Hole, Reflow, Wave Solder).
• Strong knowledge of IPC-A-610/620, AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality systems, and data-driven problem solving (8D, 5 Whys, Pareto, etc.).
• Proficiency with quality tools such as PFMEA, control plans, and statistical analysis (SPC).
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to influence across teams.

Pay Range $75,000—$95,000 USD

ITAR/EAR Compliance: Due to the nature of the work performed at Rocket EMS, this position may require access to export-controlled technical data or technology. The successful candidate must be eligible to access such information under applicable U.S. export-control laws or be eligible for any required government authorization.

Rocket EMS will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the California Fair Chance Act. Candidates are not required to disclose criminal history or participate in a background check unless and until a conditional offer of employment has been made. Any final offer of employment may be conditioned on completion of a background check, consistent with applicable law.