Space-Grade Electronics Quality Inspector

HEICO Corporation; Blacksburg, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

VPT, Inc. in Blacksburg, VA, is seeking a full-time Quality Inspector to perform in-line inspections of electronic subassemblies, PCBAs, and final power conversion products to meet space and military standards.

The role reports to the Quality Assurance Manager and requires AS9100/ISO9001 experience, IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 Space Class 3 certifications, and meticulous documentation of findings. Associates degree or technical certificate is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of electronic inspection experience in aerospace/space quality environments.
• Experience with IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 requirements; space-class certifications preferred.
• Ability to perform high-precision visual inspection under microscopes for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual, microscopic, and dimensional inspections of WIP electronic subassemblies and modules by evaluating solder joints, component placement, wire routing, and conformal coating/encapsulation against internal, IPC-A-610 Class 3, and J-STD-001 Space Class 3 requirements.
• Execute final mechanical and visual inspections on completed product assemblies against blueprint and internal standard operating procedural requirements.
• Support monthly ESD Ground Line Equipment verification efforts across workstations to maintain a static-safe manufacturing facility.
• Support monthly Preventive Maintenance (PM) program efforts on basic production and quality equipment to ensure proper operational calibration and safety.
• Accurately document inspection findings and non-conformances.
• Work with Quality, Production, and Engineering personnel to resolve product inspection non-conformances.
• Support additional Quality Assurance and Quality Control initiatives as necessary.

Skills

Visual inspection

Microscope inspection

Read blueprints

Quality tools

Microsoft Office

IPC-A-610

J-STD-001

AS9100/ISO9001 experience

Education

Associates degree or technical program certificate

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Multimeters

Indicators

Gauges

Job description

VPT, Inc. in Blacksburg, VA, is seeking a full-time Quality Inspector to perform in-line inspections of electronic subassemblies, PCBAs, and final power conversion products to meet space and military standards.

The role reports to the Quality Assurance Manager and requires AS9100/ISO9001 experience, IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 Space Class 3 certifications, and meticulous documentation of findings. Associates degree or technical certificate is required.