Quality Assurance Inspector - Georgetown, TX

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.
• Interdepartmental training and backup. 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:

• ASO/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.