DescriptionLocation: Longmont, CO (onsite)
Experience: 3+ years of experience.
Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field.
Compensation: $75,000-$104,000 depending on experience.
Summary:The Electrical Quality Engineer ensures quality and reliability across printed circuit board (PCB) assemblies, cable harnesses, and photonic subsystems. The successful candidate will apply deep technical knowledge of MIL-SPEC, IPC, and ISO 9001:2015 standards to maintain compliance and continuously improve product and process quality.
All applicants must possess or be qualified to obtain a U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance. Preference will be given to candidates with an existing U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance. Further information on requirements to obtain a security clearance is available at:
https://www.dcsa.mil/mc/pv/mbi/gicp/. Please review this information before applying.
Responsibilities:- Develop, implement, and maintain quality control processes for PCB, cable harness, and photonic assemblies.
- Conduct intake inspection, verification, and final acceptance testing in accordance with MIL-STD and IPC/WHMA-A-620 Class 3.
- Compile and review product test reports, inspection records, and other quality documentation.
- Perform data analysis; identify trends and initiate corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
- Lead or assist in Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations and coordinate cross-functional resolutions.
- Support First Article Inspections (FAI), qualification testing, and process capability studies.
- Ensure calibration and traceability of test equipment.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and mentor technicians and junior engineers in QA practices.
Required Experience / Capability: - Commitment to Excellence. Attention to Detail. Pride in Workmanship.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering (or related technical discipline).
- 3+ years of quality engineering experience in PCB, cable harness, or photonics/electro-optical systems.
- Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015, AS9100, and MIL-STD quality systems.
- Understanding of IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 workmanship standards.
- Demonstrated experience with FMEA, CAPA, and RCCA processes.
- Familiarity with Altium Designer 365, SolidWorks 3D CAD, and data-driven analysis tools (Excel, Minitab, or equivalent).
- Strong organizational, documentation, and communication skills.
- Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) - ASQ
- Certified Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB) - ASQ
- Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) - ASQ
- Experience with High Energy Laser (HEL) or photonic weapon system programs.
- Experience in a DoD or defense manufacturing environment.
Benefits Summary: - 4 weeks of Paid Time Off per year
- 11 paid Holidays
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Health (ACA Gold Plan), Vision and Dental Care paid by employer 100% for Employee and 75% for Dependents
- Paid Family Leave, Short and Long Term Disability paid by employer 100%
- Competitive 401k with company match and immediate vesting
