Job Description
About the role:
We are seeking experienced Manufacturing Quality Inspectors with strong expertise in PCB inspection and ECSS standards to support a leading aerospace and defence programme.
This role will focus on ensuring that electronic assemblies meet stringent quality and compliance standards within a high-reliability manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Perform inspection of PCB assemblies to ECSS and IPC standards
* Conduct visual and dimensional inspections of electronic components
* Identify defects in soldering, assembly, and component placement
* Ensure compliance with European Cooperation for Space Standardisation (ECSS) requirements
* Support incoming, in-process, and final inspections
* Record inspection results and maintain accurate quality documentation
* Raise non-conformance reports (NCRs) and support root cause analysis
* Work closely with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams
* Ensure adherence to aerospace quality standards and procedures
Key Requirements
* Proven experience as a Quality Inspector in electronics manufacturing
* Strong knowledge of:
* PCB assembly processes
* Soldering standards (IPC-A-610 or similar)
* Experience working with ECSS standards (essential)
* Background in aerospace, defence, or high-reliability industries
* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics
* Experience with inspection tools and measurement equipment
* close attention to detail and a quality-focused mindset
Desirable
* IPC certification (e.g. IPC-A-610)
* Experience in cleanroom or controlled environments
* Familiarity with AIT (Assembly, Integration & Testing) environments
Note: Due to the nature of this role, we can only consider the candidates who are UK Nationals only and hold SC clearance
About Us
A leading international provider of solutions and expertise, specialising in the fields of digital systems and business performance
The SCALIAN Group provides support to major industrial and service-sector companies to help them define and implement their projects in two fields:
Digital Systems Embedded and critical systems, IoT, information systems, and digital solutions for businesses Operations Performance: Management of projects, quality, and industrial performance We are present in seven countries (France, Spain, Belgium, UK, Germany, USA and Canada).