Quality Technician

Saildrone • Alameda, CA

23d • $33 - $48 • Onsite

About The Position

Saildrone is seeking a Quality Technician to join our Quality Programs team. Reporting directly to the Manager, Quality Programs, you will play a critical role in performing incoming, in-process, and final inspections of electro-mechanical assemblies, helping baseline our design efforts and paving the way for production to meet rising customer demand. We are looking for a skilled individual who brings a strong technical mindset, solid collaborative skills, and a proven track record of independently driving quality execution in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; industry-standard certifications (such as IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620) are highly desirable.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience as an electronics or mechanical inspector, performing quality control work in a manufacturing or hardware development environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in using precision measurement tools and inspection machinery (e.g., surface plates, thread/pin gauges, micrometers, calipers).
• Proven ability to read and interpret quality control specifications, engineering drawings, and schematics, including mechanical/electrical symbols and key characteristics.
• Ability to clearly communicate inspection findings, errors, and technical non-conformances to peers, managers, and cross-functional manufacturing teams.
• Working knowledge of basic quality terms, calibration concepts, and the distinction between accuracy and precision to select appropriate measuring techniques.

Nice To Haves

• Welding inspection experience

Responsibilities

• Perform routine physical, visual, and dimensional inspections on incoming materials, in-process assemblies, and finished electro-mechanical components to ensure they meet engineering specifications and tolerances.
• Be accountable for logging and maintaining accurate inspection data, ensuring all documentation aligns with current specifications and quality procedures.
• Work closely with production and final assembly teams to raise defect awareness, align on specification requirements, and ensure the successful delivery of compliant autonomous surface vehicles.
• Carry out day-to-day work using precision inspection tools—including surface plates, thread gauges, pin gauges, micrometers, and calipers—in accordance with established quality standards and procedures.
• Monitor for product and process non-conformances, take swift action to initiate corrective measures, and escalate quality risks when thresholds or tolerances are exceeded.
• Adhere to quality SOPs, engineering specifications, and quality alerts, and support Quality Engineering in root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
• Provide timely updates on inspection results, defect trends, and quality alerts to the manager and production partners to support execution and alignment.
• Meet commitments, manage daily inspection workloads, and proactively raise capacity or process concerns when production priorities shift.
• Perform all responsibilities in accordance with company values, safety expectations, quality standards, and ethical guidelines.

Benefits

• Generous Time Off: Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual plus a robust annual holiday schedule and paid sick leave ensure you can rest, reset, and sustain performance over time.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Premium, multi-tier Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with significant company contributions for employees and dependents—providing security and peace of mind.
• Shared Ownership in the Mission: Equity grants are a core part of our compensation, allowing you to participate in the long-term value you help create through meaningful, operational work.
• Retirement Savings: Access to a 401(k) retirement plan with flexible pre-tax and Roth payroll contribution options supports long-term financial planning.
• Investment in Your Growth: We support your continuous learning through an annual professional development reimbursement program, empowering you to sharpen your skills and stay ahead of the curve in a rapidly evolving field.
• Relocation Support: For eligible roles, we offer relocation assistance to help bring the world’s best talent to our mission-critical locations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED