Highlights
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Perform visual, microscopic, and dimensional inspections of work-in-progress (WIP) electronic subassemblies and modules by evaluating solder joints, component placement, wire routing, and conformal coating/encapsulation against internal, IPC-A-610 Class 3, and J-STD-001 Space Class 3 requirements. The Quality Inspector is responsible for the in-line inspection of mission-critical electronic subassemblies, complex printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs), and final completed power conversion products.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Blacksburg, VA |
| Industry | Aerospace and Defense |
| Salary | $18.50–$22.50 Per Hour |
| Company Size | 5,000 to 9,999 employees |
| Year Founded | 1957 |
| Website | https://www.heico.com/ |
Description
VPT, Inc, a global leader in providing power conversion solutions for use in avionics, military, space, and industrial applications, is seeking a full-time Quality Inspector, for their office in Blacksburg, VA.
This position in the Quality Department will report to the Quality Assurance Manager. The Quality Inspector is responsible for the in-line inspection of mission-critical electronic subassemblies, complex printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs), and final completed power conversion products. This role ensures full compliance with rigorous space and military workmanship standards and also supports additional tasks within the Quality Control area.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Perform visual, microscopic, and dimensional inspections of work-in-progress (WIP) electronic subassemblies and modules by evaluating solder joints, component placement, wire routing, and conformal coating/encapsulation against internal, IPC-A-610 Class 3, and J-STD-001 Space Class 3 requirements.
- Execute final mechanical and visual inspections on completed product assemblies against blueprint and internal standard operating procedural requirements.
- Support monthly ESD Ground Line Equipment verification efforts across workstations to maintain a static-safe manufacturing facility.
- Support monthly Preventive Maintenance (PM) program efforts on basic production and quality equipment to ensure proper operational calibration and safety.
- Accurately document inspection findings and non-conformances.
- Work with Quality, Production, and Engineering personnel to resolve product inspection non-conformances.
- Support additional Quality Assurance and Quality Control initiatives as necessary.
The anticipated starting salary range for this position is $18.50 to $22.50 per hour.
Salary Range Disclaimer: The base salary range represents the low and high end of the VPT, Inc., starting salary range for this position. Actual salary will vary depending on location, education and experience. The range listed is just one factor of the VPT, Inc., total compensation package. Other factors include paid holidays, paid time off, health and dental insurance, 401(k) with match, disability insurance, life insurance and flexible spending accounts.
VPT, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity/VET/Disability employer.
About Company
HEICO Corporation is a successful and growing technology-driven aerospace, industrial, defense and electronics company. For more than 60 years, HEICO has thrived by providing customers with innovative and cost-saving products and services.
HEICO's products are found on large commercial aircraft, regional, business and military aircraft, as well as on a large variety of industrial turbines, targeting systems, missiles and electro-optical devices.
HEICO Corporation is a New York Stock Exchange listed company (NYSE: HEI and HEI.A) and has also been ranked as one of the 100 "World's Most Innovative Growth Companies", 100 "Best Small Companies" and 200 "Hot Shot Stocks" by Forbes over the past decade. With headquarters in Hollywood, Florida, and multiple locations around the world - HEICO provides over 1 million square feet of design, manufacturing, repair, overhaul, distribution, sales and support capabilities.
HEICO Corporation operates in two segments, the Flight Support group and the Electronic Technologies group. The Flight Support group designs, engineers, manufactures, repairs, distributes and overhauls FAA-approved parts that extend over the entire aircraft, from the engines all the way to hydraulic, pneumatic, electromechanical, avionic, structures, wheels and brakes and even interiors.
The Electronic Technologies group produces electrical and electro-optical systems and components serving niche segments of the aerospace, defense, communications, and computer industries. The Electronic Technologies group is a worldwide leader in the design, manufacture and sale of electrically and electro-optical engineered products used in the aerospace, defense, space, and electronics industries.
By combining state-of-the-art technologies, a team of highly skilled Team Members and an indisputable commitment to quality, both segments have constantly delivered invaluable solutions to customers over the years, helping to position them as leaders within their industries.