Senior Avionics Quality Inspector

Rocket Lab Corporation; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Sick time

401(k)

Retirement plan

Employee discount

Job summary

Rocket Lab is seeking a Senior Quality Inspector - Avionics in Long Beach, CA to lead complex inspections of electronic components and assemblies. You will follow detailed work instructions, identify non-conformances, and support internal audits to ensure the highest quality standards on flight hardware.

The role requires 8+ years in electronics QA, IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620C or AC 43.13 certifications, with strong interpretation of drawings and schemes.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in quality assurance in electronics manufacturing.
• Current IPC-A-610 certification.
• Current or previous IPC/WHMA-A-620C and/or AC 43.13 certification.
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex inspections of electronic and electrical components, including PCBAs and harnesses.
• Develop and follow detailed work instructions for receiving inspections.
• Identify and document issues and non-conformances in internal systems.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to address quality concerns.
• Support internal audits and preparation for external audits.

Skills

8+ years experience in QA

IPC-A-610

IPC/WHMA-A-620C or AC 43.13

Ability to read drawings

Tools

None

Job description

Rocket Lab is seeking a Senior Quality Inspector - Avionics in Long Beach, CA to lead complex inspections of electronic components and assemblies. You will follow detailed work instructions, identify non-conformances, and support internal audits to ensure the highest quality standards on flight hardware.

The role requires 8+ years in electronics QA, IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620C or AC 43.13 certifications, with strong interpretation of drawings and schemes.