Senior Quality Inspector, Avionics
Relativity
- Long Beach, CA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Perform inspections and quality assurance checks on avionics systems, components, and installations to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and company policies.
- Review and interpret engineering drawings, technical manuals, and other documentation to verify proper installation and operation of avionics equipment.
- Conduct functional tests and troubleshooting of avionics systems to identify and resolve issues related to performance, functionality, or safety.
- Maintain detailed inspection records and documentation to track the status and history of avionics components and systems.
- Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and other team members to address quality issues and implement corrective actions.
- Stay current with industry standards, regulations, and best practices related to avionics quality assurance and inspection processes.
- Participate in audits and inspections by regulatory agencies or customers to demonstrate compliance with quality standards and requirements.
- Provide guidance and training to other team members on avionics quality inspection techniques and procedures.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to the development and implementation of quality initiatives within the organization.
- Maintain a safe and organized work environment, always adhering to safety regulations and best practices.
- Minimum 7+ years of experience building and/or testing hardware in a manufacturing environment, preferably in a quality function.
- Proficient in inspecting solder joints, crimping, conformal coating, staking, and surface-mounted devices in accordance with NASA 8739 and/or IPC-J-STD-001, IPC-A-610 standards.
- Skilled in wire harness assembly and inspection following NASA-STD-8739.3 and 8739.4 and/or IPC-A-620 standards.
- Experienced in conducting electronic testing and inspection using portable measuring devices.
- Extensive experience interfacing with design engineering, manufacturing, and production personnel.
- In-depth knowledge of configuration management, manufacturing methods, and process quality controls.
- Experience developing a new or evolving quality management system (QMS) in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong technical knowledge of avionics systems, components, and installations is essential, with the ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical manuals, and specifications.
- Excellent communication skills are essential for interacting with team members, engineers, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders. This includes the ability to write clear and concise reports and documentation.
- A high level of attention to detail is crucial for conducting thorough inspections and ensuring compliance with quality standards and regulations.
- Knowledgeable with AS9100 quality management systems
- Experience in Material Review Board (MRB) processes, including identifying, documenting, and transporting non-conforming hardware in accordance with regulatory requirements and organizational procedures.
- Well-versed in process development and first-time quality efforts.
- Highly organized and able to provide structure and direction to the previously undefined.
- Self-aware and able to influence others outside of your organization.
- Experience leading projects or teams, even if not in a leadership role. Demonstrate the ability to take initiative and drive quality improvement efforts.