Electronic Quality Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Quality Engineer with a strong background in electronics manufacturing across both commercial and defense sectors. This role is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining quality systems that ensure product compliance, reliability, and customer satisfaction — from prototype through full-rate production. The ideal candidate bridges the flexibility of commercial electronics with the rigorous documentation and traceability requirements of defense programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead quality planning activities including FMEAs, control plans, inspection plans, and first-article inspection (FAI) for electronic assemblies and subassemblies.
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards including IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, MIL-PRF-31032, MIL-STD-461, and AS9100/ISO 9001 quality management systems.
• Perform root cause analysis (RCA) and lead corrective/preventive action (CAPA) activities for internal and customer-reported nonconformances.
• Conduct supplier qualification audits, incoming inspection reviews, and source surveillance for critical electronic components and assemblies.
• Support design reviews and manufacturing process development to embed quality requirements from concept through production release (DFQ/DFM).
• Prepare and review quality documentation for government and prime contractor deliverables, including CDRLs, test reports, and certificates of conformance.
• Monitor production quality metrics (yield, defect density, scrap/rework rates) and drive continuous improvement using statistical methods and lean principles.
• Interface directly with government quality representatives (QARs/DCMAs) and customer quality teams during audits, inspections, and program reviews.

Qualifications

Required

• 5+ years of quality engineering experience in electronics manufacturing
• Direct experience with defense/military electronics programs (MIL-SPEC, MIL-STD)
• Hands-on knowledge of PCB/PCBA fabrication and assembly processes
• Proficiency with IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 (CIS/CIT certification preferred)
• Experience with ISO 9001 or AS9100 QMS implementation and auditing
• Strong analytical skills: FMEA, SPC, and 8D/CAPA methodologies

Preferred

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt
• Familiarity with DCMA/DCAA oversight processes
• Experience with ESD control programs (ANSI/ESD S20.20)
• Knowledge of counterfeit parts avoidance (AS6174, AS5553)
• Familiarity with reliability testing (HALT, HASS, burn-in)
• Experience in avionics, communications, radar, or weapons systems

ND Defense is an equal opportunity employer including disability and veteran.