QA Technician – Mechanical and SMT

Teledyne Technologies•Chestnut Ridge, NY

24d

About The Position

The QA Technician performs routine SMT and mechanical receiving inspections to ensure compliance with established quality standards. Working closely with Operations and Engineering, this role supports a wide range of in‑house PCBA soldering modifications using well‑defined methods and accessible documentation. The technician also contributes to internal root‑cause analysis and corrective‑action activities to support continuous improvement.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
2–4 years of relevant experience in electronics, SMT, quality inspection, or a related field.
Proficiency with mechanical inspection tools (calipers, micrometers).
Experience with microscope inspection and SMT soldering required.
Ability to read and interpret PCBA drawings, diagrams, schematics, and related documentation.
Strong mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity; skilled in hand‑tools and soldering techniques.
Effective verbal and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills required.
Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Comfortable working with microscopes and other precision inspection equipment.

Nice To Haves

IPC J‑STD‑001 and/or IPC‑A‑610 certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Follow documented inspection procedures for both electrical and mechanical evaluations.
Perform SMT/PCBA incoming inspection to verify conformance to specifications.
Execute in‑house PCBA changes, rework, and soldering modifications as required.
Conduct incoming mechanical inspections using precision measurement tools.
Document incoming inspection failures and initiate return to vendor paperwork.
Could include conference calls with Vendors.
Accurately document findings and enter inspection data into the ERP system.
Ensure all work is performed in accordance with safety regulations and company procedures.
Participate actively in quality improvement initiatives, including problem‑solving and corrective actions.
Position could extend to Cable/Crimp inspection with training.