The Quality Technician is responsible for ensuring that all printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) and electronic products meet established quality standards and customer requirements. This role involves performing inspections, audits, and testing throughout the manufacturing process to identify and correct quality issues, maintain compliance with IPC standards, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
High school diploma or GED required; Associate's degree or technical certification in Electronics, Quality, or Manufacturing preferred.
2–5 years of experience in electronic manufacturing, preferably in PCBA or EMS (Electronics Manufacturing Services).
Familiarity with IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 standards (certification preferred).
Strong understanding of PCBA processes (SMT, through-hole, reflow, wave soldering).
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, BOMs, and assembly documentation.
Proficiency with inspection tools (calipers, microscopes, AOI systems, multimeters, etc.).
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Effective communication and documentation skills.
Basic computer literacy (Microsoft Office, ERP/MES/QMS systems).
401(k) with company match
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Paid time off
Career growth opportunities in advanced electronics manufacturing
ITAR/EAR Compliance: Due to the nature of the work performed at Rocket EMS, this position may require access to export-controlled technical data or technology. The successful candidate must be eligible to access such information under applicable U.S. export-control laws or be eligible for any required government authorization.
Rocket EMS will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the California Fair Chance Act. Candidates are not required to disclose criminal history or participate in a background check unless and until a conditional offer of employment has been made. Any final offer of employment may be conditioned on completion of a background check, consistent with applicable law.
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