Senior Quality Assessor / Engineer - Electromechanical

For nearly 30 years, SQA Services has been a leading provider of managed supplier quality services, offering audits, assessments, remote surveillance, corrective actions, remediation, inspections, and engineering solutions to manufacturers across all industries. We deliver these services by deploying a network of highly skilled associates based throughout the United States and in over 90 countries worldwide, ensuring rapid on-site support at your supplier locations. Our associates are expert quality assurance professionals with extensive experience and local expertise, enabling us to represent our clients on demand and with greater speed and efficiency than our competitors
We are seeking a Senior Quality Assessor with specialized expertise in electromechanical products to evaluate and ensure the quality of suppliers' manufacturing processes and products. This role is specifically focused on the assessment of electromechanical manufacturing processes. The Senior Quality Assessor will not be conducting general Quality Management System (QMS) audits but will instead focus on ensuring the quality, reliability, and compliance of the supplier's manufacturing capabilities.
This is an ongoing, as-needed assessment role requiring a one-day commitment. If necessary, we can arrange travel for out-of-state assignments, with all expenses covered. A flat one-day rate will be paid for each assessment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed quality assessments of electromechanical manufacturing processes at suppliers' facilities
• Evaluate the potential failure mechanisms specific to electromechanical components and ensure alignment with industry standards
• Assess the supplier’s manufacturing processes, quality management systems, and adherence to regulatory requirements
• Review and validate supplier documentation, including process flow diagrams, control plans, and quality reports
• Work closely with suppliers to identify areas for improvement and recommend corrective actions where necessary
• Perform in-depth technical analysis and failure mode evaluations for electromechanical assemblies
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards such as IPC-A-610 (for PCBA), ISO 9001, and other applicable regulations
• Provide orientation and training to junior assessors or associates, ensuring adherence to best practices and consistent assessment procedures
• Liaise with suppliers to facilitate introductions, program orientation, and non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) as required
• Review assessment reports for consistency and alignment with client guidelines, ensuring thoroughness and clarity

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Quality Assessor with a focus on electromechanical manufacturing
• Strong understanding of industry standards, including IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620 IPC-2221, ISO 9001, and others relevant to electromechanical processes
• Expertise in evaluating and analyzing manufacturing processes, failure modes, and potential risks in electromechanical production
• Familiarity with tools and methods for assessing product quality and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to recommend and implement corrective actions
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with suppliers, clients, and internal teams
• Detail-oriented with the ability to thoroughly review reports and documentation for accuracy and compliance
• Due to the nature of the products, U.S. citizenship is also a requirement, and background checks are required

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electromechanical manufacturing and inspection
• Certified to IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620, and J-STD-001 standards
• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering or a related discipline
• Skilled in utilizing NADCAP tools for conducting quality assessments and evaluating special process compliance

Note:
SQA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is based on merit and qualifications, and is not influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status.​
This position requires access to ITAR-controlled technical data and/or defense articles. As such, the candidate must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder) to comply with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants who do not meet these criteria will not be considered for this role.
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