What are the responsibilities and job description for the QA Inspector position at Genesis Engineering?
About Genesis Engineering Solutions
Genesis Engineering Solutions (GES) is a leading provider of innovative engineering services, specializing in aerospace solutions that meet the industry's most demanding standards. As a small, agile contractor, we pride ourselves on providing "big company" impact with a "small company" feel—where every employee’s contribution is visible and valued.
Job Summary
The Quality Assurance Inspector is responsible for conducting incoming, in-process, and final inspections on printed wiring boards (PWBs), circuit card assemblies (CCAs), electrical harnesses, and thermal blanket insulation. The inspector ensures all products meet engineering drawings, IPC standards, and customer specifications, specifically focusing on reliability in aerospace or harsh-environment applications.
Key Responsibilities & Duties
- Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) & Printed Wiring Board (PWB) Inspection: Perform inspections using high-magnification microscopy to IPC-A-610 or IPC-A-600 standards, verifying component orientation, solder joint integrity, cleanliness, and conformal coating.
- Electrical Harness & Cable Inspection: Inspect electrical harnesses for proper connector crimping, soldering, routing, wire stripping, labeling, and continuity testing according to IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards.
- Thermal Blanket Inspection: Examine Multi-Layer Insulation (MLI) blankets and thermal insulation for proper layering, stitching, material integrity, and dimensional conformance, ensuring high-reliability, zero-defect quality.
- Non-Conformance Reporting: Identify, document, and segregate non-conforming materials and initiate Failure Analysis (MRB) reports.
- Documentation & Traceability: Review shop travelers, data sheets, and certificates of compliance (C of C) to ensure full traceability of components and materials.
Required Skills & Competencies
- Certification: IPC-J-STD, IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 Certification is required (or ability to attain).
- Technical Knowledge: Ability to read and interpret complex engineering blueprints, schematics, and BOMs (Bills of Materials).
- Inspection Tools: Proficiency with digital microscopes, multimeters, calipers, micrometers, and pull-test machinery.
- Aerospace Standards: Experience working within AS9100 and ISO9001 quality management systems.
- Attention to Detail: Exceptional visual acuity for identifying fine defects in electronics and materials.
Education & Experience
- High School diploma or equivalent; Associate degree preferred.
- 3 years of experience in electrical/mechanical quality inspection (Aerospace experience preferred).
- Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to interface directly with customers.
- Eligibility: US Citizenship required (due to ITAR/Defense contracts).
Salary Range: $50,000 - $65,000
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit or stand. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or type using keyboards, The employee is occasionally required to walk; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must have the ability to work in an ESD-protected environment.
The employee must regularly lift and move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus and identify colors.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This position is full-time 40 hours per week. Typically, day and core hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Travel:
Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental Insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Supplemental Pay:
Bonus pay (discretionary)
Eligibility: 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 document form upon hire. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
AAP/EEO STATEMENT:
- We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.
- We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.
- Reasonable accommodation is available for individuals with disabilities.
- We encourage applications from veterans and individuals with diverse experiences.
- Our hiring practices are designed to promote equal employment opportunities for all.
If you meet these qualifications and feel this will be a good fit for you, please apply with a cover letter and resume via the weblink below. Your cover letter should help us get to know you in a way your resume doesn't.
Apply through ADP career center with your cover letter & resume to OpenPositions@GenesisESI.com
Salary : $50,000 - $65,000