Quality Control Technician

Quality Control Technician

Voyager is an innovative defense, national security, and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.

The Quality Control Inspector is responsible for ensuring that all incoming, in-process, and final products meet customer specifications, industry standards, and Voyager Technologies' quality system requirements. This role supports manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams to maintain compliance with AS9100 and applicable military/aerospace standards.

• Follow and execute Voyager Technologies' Quality Policy, System Procedures, and Operations Manuals.
• Ensure all work complies with AS9100 and customer contractual quality requirements.
• Perform receiving, in-process, source, and final inspections of electronic assemblies, subassemblies, mechanical parts, and components.
• Verify compliance with customer design documentation, engineering drawings, and applicable industry standards.
• Interpret and apply IPC-A-610, IPC J-STD-001, IPC/WHMA-A-620, and other relevant standards for accept/reject criteria.
• Utilize magnification, microscopes, and precision measuring instruments (micrometers, indicators, calipers, comparators) during inspections.
• Support testing for ESD avoidance and particulate level control, including test witnessing.
• Conduct on-site laboratory, production, and process audits to verify compliance with documented procedures and standards.
• Approve and process conforming materials according to established procedures.
• Reject, tag, and quarantine suspect or nonconforming materials.
• Complete all rejection and nonconformance documentation in accordance with quality procedures.
• Work with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams to resolve quality issues.
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action activities.
• Support the development and maintenance of process improvements.
• Record and maintain accurate inspection data in Voyager Technologies' systems.
• Maintain inspection records to meet AS9100 traceability requirements.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas that reflect Voyager Technologies' quality standards.

Perform other related duties as assigned to support the Quality Department.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Proficiency in IPC-A-610 Class 3 and IPC J-STD-001 Class 3 inspection requirements (current certification preferred).
• Knowledge of IPC/WHMA-A-620 (Cable/Wire Harness Acceptance).
• Familiarity with AS9100 and military/aerospace quality requirements.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Quality Inspector in a manufacturing environment (military/aerospace preferred).
• Skilled in inspection of soldered electrical/electronic assemblies, PCB assemblies, and mechanical parts.

Technical Skills

• Proficient with precision measuring tools (micrometers, indicators, calipers, comparators).
• Experienced in using magnifying and microscopic inspection equipment.
• Communication & Organizational Skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective time management and organizational abilities.

Education

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Technical training in electronics, quality control, or related field preferred.
• Computer Skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with quality database systems.

Salary Range: $60,000 - $75,000

Voyager offers a comprehensive, total compensation package, which includes competitive salary, a discretionary annual bonus plan, paid time off (PTO), a comprehensive health benefit package, retirement savings, wellness program, and various other benefits. When you join our team, you're not just an employee; you become part of a dynamic community dedicated to innovation and excellence.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran