Quality Engineer - PCBA & RF (AS9100 QMS)

First Rf; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO four weeks per year

Flexible scheduling

Hybrid work environment

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) match up to 6%

Healthcare, dental, and vision plans

Job summary

FIRST RF Corporation in Boulder, CO is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer with a strong background in PCBA processes and the aerospace AS9100 Quality Management System. You will support the broad product platforms of advanced RF antenna systems.

Responsibilities include PCBA quality, supplier inspections, NCRs/MRB, and ensuring AS9100 compliance. Requires 5+ years in QA, IPC-A-610 certification, and ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field required.
• 5+ years in Quality or Product Assurance.
• IPC-A-610 certification and AS9102 FAIR experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Quality for PCBA with knowledge of PCBA manufacturing process.
• Visually inspect solder joints and inspect defects under magnification.
• Understand ESD protocols and use of electronic test equipment.
• Perform incoming inspection to ensure part/material traceability.
• Review supplier sampling inspection reports and documentation.
• Investigate nonconforming materials and issue NCRs.
• Lead MRB, determine root cause, and drive corrective actions.
• Conduct in-process and final inspection per build/work instructions.
• Verify test results per procedures and ensure build/test documentation.
• Archive records and evidence; ensure proper CoCs.
• Maintain clear communication with internal teams, suppliers, and customers.
• Implement AS9100 QMS improvements and update procedures.

Skills

PCBA processes

AS9100 QMS

IPC-A-610

FAIR (AS9102)

ESD protocols

Supplier inspection

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Multimeter

Network analyzer

Signal generator

Power meter

Job description

FIRST RF Corporation in Boulder, CO is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer with a strong background in PCBA processes and the aerospace AS9100 Quality Management System. You will support the broad product platforms of advanced RF antenna systems.

Responsibilities include PCBA quality, supplier inspections, NCRs/MRB, and ensuring AS9100 compliance. Requires 5+ years in QA, IPC-A-610 certification, and ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance.