Quality Technician

Job Title: Quality Technician
Location: Laurel MD
Job Type: 3-6 month contract
Industry: [Manufacturing/Electronics/Defense]

Job Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Quality Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess an IPC-A-610 or IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification and will have hands-on experience inspecting electronic assemblies to industry standards. Experience operating and programming CMMs using PC-DMIS or similar software is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities:
Inspect electronic assemblies and cable/wire harnesses in accordance with IPC 610 or IPC 620 standards.
Perform visual inspections for soldering, component placement, wiring, and mechanical integrity.
Utilize inspection equipment including microscopes, calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
Operate and/or program Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) using PC-DMIS or similar software (a plus).
Maintain accurate inspection records, reports, and quality documentation.
Assist in root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action implementation.
Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to identify and resolve quality issues.
Ensure compliance with company and industry quality standards.

Requirements:
IPC-A-610 or IPC/WHMA-A-620 Certification (required).
2+ years of experience in a quality assurance or inspection role within a manufacturing environment.
Experience with electronic assemblies, PCBAs, or cable/wire harnesses.
Familiarity with CMM operation and PC-DMIS programming (preferred but not required).
Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
Ability to interpret technical drawings and inspection criteria.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in ISO 9001, AS9100, or similar regulated environments.
Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) and quality tools (e.g., Pareto, Fishbone).
Proficiency with MS Office Suite.