Quality Inspector III

Job Description

BAE Systems is seeking a Quality Inspector III, supporting operations in Fort Walton Beach, FL.

Join a team where your expertise directly supports missioncritical defense products. At BAE Systems, you ll apply your precision skills, grow professionally, and contribute to the quality and reliability of advanced aircraft systems. If you re seeking meaningful work and longterm career growth, we d be excited to have you on our team.

Position Summary

The Quality Inspector III performs inprocess and final inspections of electronic assemblies, subassemblies, and components to ensure conformance with engineering drawings, specifications, contractual requirements, and industry standards. This role supports production, engineering, and quality teams by identifying defects, documenting nonconformances, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

What You ll Do

Perform detailed visual and mechanical inspections of electronic assemblies, circuit card assemblies, wiring harnesses, and chassislevel builds.

Verify compliance with IPCA610, IPCJSTD001, and company-specific workmanship standards.

Inspect soldering, component placement, polarity, lead dress, labeling, conformal coating, and mechanical hardware installation.

Review work against engineering drawings, schematics, bills of materials, work instructions, and technical specifications.

Use inspection tools including microscopes, calipers, torque tools, multimeters, and continuity testers.

Document nonconformances using the company s quality management system and support rootcause and correctiveaction activities.

Collaborate with production and engineering to resolve issues and ensure timely workflow.

Conduct inprocess audits to validate adherence to manufacturing processes and ESD controls.

Maintain accurate inspection records in accordance with AS9100 and internal quality procedures.

Support incoming inspection of electronic components and materials as needed.

Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on defect reduction and process reliability.

*THIS POSTING IS FOR DAY SHIFT BUT MAY REQUIRE NIGHT AND/OR WEEKENDS

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• High school diploma and 2 years of experience

• Understanding of inspection tools

• Experience inspecting or assemblying electronic assemblies and electromechanical products.

• Proficient with MS Office Suite

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

35 years of experience in electronic assembly inspection or related manufacturing quality role.

Strong knowledge of IPCA610, IPCA620, and IPCJSTD001 (certification preferred).

Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.

Familiarity with common electronic components and soldering characteristics.

Proficiency with basic electrical test equipment and mechanical measurement tools.

Strong attention to detail and ability to recognize subtle workmanship defects.

Effective communication skills and ability to work crossfunctionally.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $46898 - $75035

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

Quality Inspector III

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