Quality Inspector

Society of Defense Financial Management; Louisville (CO); In loco; USD 55.000 - 83.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Society of Defense Financial Management in Louisville, CO is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Inspector, Electrical to lead incoming, in-process, and final inspections of PCBAs, circuit boards, harnesses, and electrical assemblies, ensuring they meet IPC, aerospace, customer, and internal quality requirements.

The ideal candidate will document nonconformances with photos and clear writeups, maintain traceability per AS9100, and collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Inventory, and

Competenze

• Six-plus years of quality inspection experience in regulated industries.
• IPC-A-610 and IPC-A-620 certifications are required.
• Experience inspecting PCBAs, electrical assemblies and harnesses.

Mansioni

• Perform detailed receiving, in-process, and final inspections of PCBAs, wire harnesses, cable assemblies, and electrical hardware to IPC Class 3 standards.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, and documentation to verify product compliance.
• Verify supplier end-item data packages including CoCs, BOMs, electrical test reports, traceability records, X-rays, and manufacturing documentation.
• Navigate MES to execute inspections, document results, and generate nonconformance reports.
• Document nonconformances with written descriptions and photographic evidence.
• Segregate suspect material and initiate supplier corrective action requests as required.
• Maintain inspection records and full material traceability per AS9100 and customer requirements.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Inventory, and Logistics to resolve quality discrepancies.
• Participate in daily production planning meetings to coordinate inspection priorities.
• Support internal, customer, and external audits.
• Maintain calibrated inspection tools and processes; travel to supplier facilities as needed.

Conoscenze

Quality inspection

NCR documentation

MES usage

Documentation & traceability

IPC interpretation

Formazione

IPC-A-610 certification

IPC-A-620 certification

Strumenti

MES systems

Descrizione del lavoro

Quality Inspector, Electrical

Location: Louisville, CO (Onsite)

Travel: Up to 15% domestic and international

Pay: $40 - $60/h+

The company is a leader in quantum computing, developing next-generation quantum systems designed to solve some of the world's most complex challenges across industries including healthcare, logistics, cybersecurity, financial modeling, and defense. Within them operates at the intersection of national security, advanced sensing, and next-generation computing, delivering mission-ready intelligence solutions through innovative space and technology platforms.

They foster a collaborative, mission-focused environment where employees work alongside experts in aerospace, quantum technologies, and engineering to solve complex technical problems with precision and creativity.

The Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Inspector, Electrical to serve as the primary electrical quality inspector supporting receiving, in-process, and final inspections of electronic hardware. This individual will ensure that PCBAs, circuit boards, harnesses, cable assemblies, and related hardware meet IPC, aerospace, customer, and internal quality requirements before progressing through manufacturing and delivery.

The ideal candidate is highly meticulous, technically proficient in electronics inspection, and capable of clearly documenting and communicating nonconformances while maintaining strong ownership of quality outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed receiving, in-process, and final inspections of PCBs, PCBAs, wire harnesses, cable assemblies, and electrical hardware to IPC Class 3 standards.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, and supplemental documentation to verify product compliance.
• Verify supplier end-item data packages, including Certificates of Conformance (CoCs), as-built BOMs, electrical test reports, traceability records, X-rays, and manufacturing documentation.
• Navigate Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) to execute inspections, document results, process hardware through inspection workflows, and generate nonconformance reports.
• Identify, document, and disposition nonconformances through detailed written descriptions, photographs, and supporting evidence.
• Segregate suspect material and initiate supplier corrective action requests (SCARs) as required.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and ensure full material traceability in accordance with AS9100 and customer requirements.
• Work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Inventory, and Logistics teams to resolve quality discrepancies and support production priorities.
• Participate in daily production planning meetings to coordinate inspection priorities and hardware flow.
• Support internal, customer, and external audits.
• Maintain and support calibrated inspection tools, equipment, and associated processes.
• Occasionally travel to supplier facilities and board houses to support inspections, audits, and quality improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications

• 6+ years of quality inspection experience within a regulated industry such as aerospace, defense, electronics manufacturing, robotics, medical devices, or automotive.
• Current IPC-A-610 and IPC-A-620 certification required.
• Strong experience inspecting PCBAs, electronic assemblies, cable assemblies, harnesses, and electromechanical hardware.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, workmanship standards, and manufacturing documentation.
• Experience writing detailed Nonconformance Reports (NCRs) with supporting evidence and photographic documentation.
• Familiarity with supplier documentation packages, traceability requirements, Certificates of Conformance, and manufacturing records.
• Experience using Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) or similar quality/manufacturing software.