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Electronics Quality Inspector

Rugged Science
Sparks, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 5/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/15/2026

Rugged Science designs and manufactures ruggedized computers, shock-hardened operator interface panels, ruggedized LED displays, and other custom rugged solutions. Our products are used in military and industrial applications. We specialize in custom prototype development as well as sustained production runs. Rugged Science is currently in need of a first shift Quality Inspector at our main facility in Sparks, MD. Specific responsibilities of the Quality Inspector include but are not limited to:


Job Responsibilities
  • Perform incoming inspections of electronic and mechanical parts:
  • COTS and custom electronics
  • Custom cable assemblies
  • Commercial and custom mechanical fasteners
  • Custom metal fabrications from our shop
  • Perform in-process inspections of assemblies and subassemblies:
  • Inspection of assembled enclosures
  • Inspect workmanship including soldering, wire routing, wire and cable assemblies
  • Perform final inspection of finished products:
  • Verify compliance with workmanship standards
  • Verify compliance with engineering drawings
  • Verify compliance with work orders and sales orders
  • Verify completion of testing
  • Document nonconformities
  • Assist with Calibration and Maintenance activities
  • Participate in Internal Quality Audits for conformity to established processes
  • Periodically support production and test activities when needed


Experience and Education Requirements
  • U.S. Citizenship
  • 2-5 years’ experience in similar role, or Associate’s Degree in Quality, Manufacturing Technology, Mechatronics, or related discipline
  • Will require certification to IPC-A-610 and IPC-A-620, current certification a plus
  • Familiarity with IPC-A-600 is desirable
  • Must be knowledgeable using calipers, height gauges, and other dimensional measuring equipment
  • Must be able to read and understand complex engineering drawings
  • Must be able to work independently
  • Must have 20/20 vision (with correction if necessary) and be able to see colors
  • Must be proficient with Microsoft Office software products – particularly MS Excel
  • Must be proficient with computers and able to use/learn electronic ERP system
  • Must be able to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds
  • Position requires a high degree of attention to detail


Location: 

Sparks, MD

Employment Type: 

Full Time

Job Category: 

Quality Testing

Education: 

Associates

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