Quality Assurance Inspector - HEICO Corporation

Sierra Microwave Technology LLC
One Sierra Way
Georgetown, Texas 78626

QUALITY ASSURANCE INSPECTOR - Manufacturing Inspection (Aerospace)

Sierra Microwave Technology, a division of Heico, produces innovative electronic components for the Aerospace Industry.

SUMMARY: Works with the Quality team and inspects electronic components, subassemblies, products, or systems under a microscope in a manufacturing environment, appraising as per quality standards and verification against production documents and specifications.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Will train with Lead Inspector on all inspection processes and procedures for both final and incoming/receiving inspection
* Receives incoming assembled units from manufacturing and enters parts information on computer database.
* Examines production documents to ensure that all assembly, inspecting and testing steps were performed according to specifications.
* Inspects decals, identification markings or stenciling on work piece to ensure specified location, clarity, and alignment.
* Measures parts to verify accuracy of dimensions to blueprints and outline drawings using micrometers, calipers, thread gauges, etc.
* Examines units for physical defects such as broken or missing leads, excess solder, coating and plating blemishes, scratches, cracks, and chips, using unaided vision as well as a microscope.
* Rejects defective parts and marks type of defect on part, container of parts, or inspection tag.
* Records number and type of units rejected and reasons for rejection on Material Rejection Report.
* Communicates with QA team and Manufacturing departments regarding status, priority, and planning.
* Other duties pertaining to quality may be assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:

* Hand and eye coordination.
* Ability to work under a microscope.
* Precise and steady management of tools used to test and measure completed parts in order to maintain the integrity and efficacy of the parts.
* Basic computer skills -- MS Office
* Basic math and measurement skills, ability to read micrometers and calipers.
* Detail oriented, patient and organized.
* Self -- applied focus and concentration required.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

* ISO standards experience helpful.
* 1-3 years related experience in Quality Assurance/Inspection.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: High school graduation required. Technical Certifications helpful but not required.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled