Quality Specialist

Aleron; Charleroi (Washington County); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Acara Solutions seeks a detail-oriented Quality Specialist to ensure the quality, reliability, and compliance of mission-critical products within a highly regulated manufacturing environment. You will inspect products against standards, review quality documentation, verify corrective actions, and support audits while collaborating with cross-functional teams to maintain top-quality results.

The role suits those with QA or inspection experience who enjoy problem-solving, continuous improvement,

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Quality Inspection, Manufacturing Quality, or a related technical field
• 1+ years of experience with industry quality standards such as J-STD-001, J-STD-002, IPC-A-610, MIL-STD-883, MIL-STD-750, NASA standards, or similar specifications
• 1+ years of experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, schematics, specifications, or workmanship standards
• 1+ years of experience performing inspections using measurement tools, gauges, microscopes, calipers, or related quality equipment
• 1+ years of experience documenting nonconformances, corrective actions, quality findings, or inspection results
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Electronics, Mechanical Technology, or a related technical field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

Responsibilities

• Inspect products, assemblies, and workmanship against quality standards and specifications
• Compare defects against established acceptance criteria and recommend disposition actions
• Review and maintain quality assurance documentation and records
• Verify corrective action implementation and rework activities
• Participate in audits, quality reviews, and process compliance activities
• Utilize inspection and measurement tools to evaluate product quality
• Partner with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams to support process improvement initiatives
• Monitor adherence to company policies, procedures, and customer requirements

Skills

Quality Assurance

Quality Control

Reading drawings

Inspection tools

Nonconformances

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

J-STD-001

J-STD-002

IPC-A-610

MIL-STD-883

MIL-STD-750

NASA standards

Job description

Quality Specialist

Location: Charleroi, PA

Employment Type: Contract to Direct

Industry: Defense

Compensation: $30.07 to $35.14/hour

About the Opportunity

We're seeking a detail-oriented Quality Specialist to help ensure the quality, reliability, and compliance of mission-critical products within a highly regulated manufacturing environment. In this role, you'll inspect products against industry and customer standards, review quality documentation, verify corrective actions, support audits, and partner with cross-functional teams to maintain the highest levels of product quality.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with quality assurance or inspection experience who enjoys problem-solving, continuous improvement, and working with advanced technologies.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Work on products that support critical defense and national security missions
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality professionals
• Gain exposure to industry-leading quality standards and processes
• Continuous learning opportunities in a highly technical and regulated environment

Why This Opportunity is Exciting

This role offers the chance to play a direct role in ensuring product excellence and customer satisfaction. You'll help drive quality improvements, support compliance initiatives, and contribute to technologies that make a meaningful impact.

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

What You'll Do

• Inspect products, assemblies, and workmanship against quality standards and specifications
• Compare defects against established acceptance criteria and recommend disposition actions
• Review and maintain quality assurance documentation and records
• Verify corrective action implementation and rework activities
• Participate in audits, quality reviews, and process compliance activities
• Utilize inspection and measurement tools to evaluate product quality
• Partner with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams to support process improvement initiatives
• Monitor adherence to company policies, procedures, and customer requirements

What You'll Bring

• 1+ years of experience in Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Quality Inspection, Manufacturing Quality, or a related technical field
• 1+ years of experience working with industry quality standards such as J-STD-001, J-STD-002, IPC-A-610, MIL-STD-883, MIL-STD-750, NASA standards, or similar specifications
• 1+ years of experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, schematics, specifications, or workmanship standards
• 1+ years of experience performing inspections using measurement tools, gauges, microscopes, calipers, or related quality equipment
• 1+ years of experience documenting nonconformances, corrective actions, quality findings, or inspection results
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Electronics, Mechanical Technology, or a related technical field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

What Sets You Apart

• Current or previous J-STD-001 certification
• Current or previous J-STD-002 certification
• Current or previous IPC-A-610 certification
• Experience with MIL-STD-883 or NASA quality standards
• Electronics manufacturing or electromechanical assembly experience
• Experience participating in internal or external audits
• Knowledge of root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies
• Experience supporting defense, aerospace, military, or highly regulated manufacturing environments
• Continuous improvement and Lean Manufacturing experience
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Additional Information

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and drug test
• Overtime: May be required based on production and program demands
• Lifting Requirements: Standard manufacturing and inspection environment requirements
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
• Successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret DoD security clearance.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.