The QA Technician is a hands-on role responsible for inspecting parts, assemblies, and materials to ensure they meet military, aerospace, and customer quality requirements. The position supports daily manufacturing operations by performing inspections, recording results, and reporting quality issues in accordance with AS9100 and company procedures.
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Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities
• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections following written procedures and work instructions. Visual, and Electrical.
• Inspect parts and assemblies to verify compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements. Ability to read and understand schematics as well as operate RF test equipment desired.
• Use calibrated measuring tools to verify dimensions and product features
• Review material certifications and verify part and lot traceability
• Accurately record inspection results, nonconformances, and inspection status
• Clearly communicate inspection results and issues to supervisors or Quality personnel
• Identify nonconforming product and follow segregation and labeling requirements
• Follow AS9100, internal procedures, and customer flow-down requirements
• Support audits by providing inspection records when requested
• Maintain a clean and organized inspection area
• Follow all safety, ESD, and FOD prevention requirements
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Technical Skills (Hands-On)
• Read and interpret datasheets/requirements and engineering drawings
• Understand basic Geometric Dimensioning Symbols and Tolerances (GD&T)
• Use precision measuring equipment, including:
o Calipers
o Micrometers
o Height gauges
o Bore gauges
o Thread gauges
o Go/No-Go gauges
• Perform visual and dimensional inspections
• Knowledge of AS9100 / aerospace quality requirements at an inspection level
• Knowledgeable and experienced with IPC610 and IPC620 standards
• Understanding of material certifications, special processes, calibration controls and discrepant material processes.
• Knowledge of SPC run charts, continuous and discrete data
• Ability to develop work instructions for quality and manufacturing personnel
• Six Sigma or Lean experience desired.
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PC / Computer Skills
• Enter inspection data into Excel spreadsheets or QMS software
• Use Microsoft Word to complete inspection reports and FAIR packages
• Navigate ERP/MRP systems to verify part numbers, revisions, and lot information
• View and review digital drawings and PDF specifications
• Use email and electronic document systems for daily communication
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Education & Experience
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Technical or vocational training strongly preferred
• Minimum 1–3 years of inspection experience in aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing strongly preferred
• AS9100 or First Article Inspection experience a plus
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Work Environment & Expectations
• Hourly position; overtime may be required based on production needs
• Uses a microscope to inspect circuit boards and parts for defects
• Sit for extend period of time. Standing, walking, and handling parts during inspections
• Very Light lifting may be required
• Must follow written procedures and quality requirements exactly
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Soft Skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to follow written instructions and procedures
• Dependable and punctual
• Clear communication with supervisors and team members
• Ability to work independently within defined responsibilities
With a background in hospitality, I made the leap into recruiting when I joined Halpin — and I’ve loved every minute of connecting talent with opportunity! I’m passionate about building strong, lasting matches between clients and candidates by working with honesty, integrity, and a people-first approach.
When I’m not recruiting, you can usually find me listening to music, experimenting with photography, making art, getting lost in a good book, or hiking new trails.