Quality Inspector

Mercury Systems, Inc.
Phoenix, AZ
Description
Quality Inspector
Location: Phoenix, AZ

Employment Type: Full-Time - On-site

Department: Quality
Description
The Quality Inspector is responsible for implementing quality control objectives and inspection plans within a regulated manufacturing environment. This role supports packaging line and manufacturing operations by ensuring raw materials, in-process components, and finished products meet internal and customer standards.

This position plays a key role in maintaining product integrity, regulatory compliance, and customer satisfaction within aerospace and defense manufacturing.
About the Role
As a Quality Inspector, you will perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections on PCBAs, fabricated mechanical parts, and cable assemblies. You will verify compliance with documented requirements, enter inspection data into the manufacturing execution system, and generate nonconformance reports as needed.

This role requires strong attention to detail, familiarity with IPC standards, and the ability to work under a microscope for extended periods.
What You'll Do

  • Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections per documented requirements

  • Inspect PCBAs, mechanical components, and cable assemblies (visual and dimensional)

  • Enter inspection results into the manufacturing execution system

  • Generate nonconformance and defect reports

  • Read and interpret specifications and part prints

  • Monitor critical equipment and instrumentation

  • Enforce FOE/FOD, ESD, and calibration protocols

  • Communicate quality issues and assist in problem resolution

  • Support Quality Assurance activities for engineering and operations

  • Comply with all safety, quality, and workplace regulations

General Responsibilities

  • Maintain compliance with ISO-9001 and/or AS9100 quality systems

  • Ensure documentation accuracy and traceability

  • Support internal audits and quality initiatives

  • Maintain a clean, organized, and audit-ready work area

  • Work overtime as needed to meet production demands

Must-Have Skills and Experience
(These are required for consideration.)

  • High School Diploma or equivalent

  • Minimum 2 years of incoming inspection experience in a manufacturing QC environment

  • Knowledge of PCBA inspection

  • IPC-A-610 certification or previous certification required

  • Experience working in ISO-9001 and/or AS9100 environments

  • Ability to read and interpret specifications and part prints

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

  • Ability to work under a microscope for extended periods

  • Ability to meet U.S. export control eligibility requirements

Nice-to-Have Skills

  • Experience with Aegis Factory Logix

  • Aerospace or defense industry experience

  • Experience with wire bond or die attach inspection

Who You Are

  • Detail-oriented with a strong quality-first mindset

  • Comfortable working in a structured, compliance-driven environment

  • Disciplined in documentation and traceability

  • A collaborative team player who communicates clearly

  • Committed to safety, ESD, and FOD prevention standards

Benefits

  • Performance-based bonus opportunities

  • Medical, life, and disability insurance

  • Company-paid holidays and paid time off

  • 401(k) retirement plan

  • Discounted employee stock purchase plan

  • Tuition reimbursement

  • Professional development platforms (LinkedIn Learning, Headspace, Aaptiv, Virgin Pulse)

Posted 2026-03-14

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