Echodyne · 15 hours ago
Quality Assurance Technician – Swing Shift
Kirkland, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$28.82/hr - $43.37/hr
3+ years expEchodyne is a company that specializes in innovative radar technology for various industries. They are seeking a Quality Assurance Technician responsible for ensuring that incoming parts and materials meet quality standards, managing nonconforming materials, and collaborating with various teams to maintain quality compliance.
ElectronicsNational SecuritySensorSoftware
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Apply inspection techniques using a variety of hand inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, indicators, ring gauges and programable test equipment such as an OGP Smartscope
Initiate, investigate and resolve nonconformances and maintain appropriate records as needed
Knowledge of IPC standards
Ensure proper material identification, segregation and storage of inventory material
Must be proficient in all areas of Inspection (Receiving Inspection, FAI, PCB/PCBA, Mechanical, Cable, Cosmetics and Final Inspection)
Works closely with members of Receiving, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality to ensure good communication and coordination of activities
Coordinate Calibration activities to ensure test and applicable design equipment is calibrated per procedure
Assist in evaluation of inspection methods/fixtures and provide improvement recommendations in conjunction with Engineering and Quality Engineering
Responsible for evaluating and defining inspection processes for incoming inspection as well as production operations in collaboration with Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering and Quality Engineering
Maintains current education in the field with internal and external education and training
Assists with Quality System Audits
Support and mentor junior inspectors and provide guidance on inspection techniques and quality standards
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Apply inspection techniques using a variety of hand inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, indicators, ring gauges and programable test equipment such as an OGP Smartscope
Initiate, investigate and resolve nonconformances and maintain appropriate records as needed
Knowledge of IPC standards
Ensure proper material identification, segregation and storage of inventory material
Must be proficient in all areas of Inspection (Receiving Inspection, FAI, PCB/PCBA, Mechanical, Cable, Cosmetics and Final Inspection)
Works closely with members of Receiving, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality to ensure good communication and coordination of activities
Coordinate Calibration activities to ensure test and applicable design equipment is calibrated per procedure
Assist in evaluation of inspection methods/fixtures and provide improvement recommendations in conjunction with Engineering and Quality Engineering
Responsible for evaluating and defining inspection processes for incoming inspection as well as production operations in collaboration with Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering and Quality Engineering
Maintains current education in the field with internal and external education and training
Assists with Quality System Audits
Support and mentor junior inspectors and provide guidance on inspection techniques and quality standards
Ability to work independently without direct supervision during swing shift hours
Experience working within a Quality Management System environment
Experience with PCBs and PCBAs and be able to assist with technical reviews with suppliers, Quality Engineers and Design Engineers
Good interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with individuals and groups
Ability to work with minor guidance and under pressure
Knowledge of specification development, industry standards, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), etc
Demonstrated ability to drive and deliver innovative, effective and timely solutions
High School Diploma or equivalent
2 years' or more experience in a mechanical/electrical inspection or direct relevant experience
A minimum of 3 years of recent prior experience in a high-tech environment
Good communication skills, both written and oral
Working knowledge of MS Office; Word and Excel
Able to collect, analyze and report data
Self-Driven and able to work with limited supervision
Preferred
Programming of a multisensor measurement system experience, particularly with OGP products
Proactive, professional, self-starter and able to work well in teams of various cultures and backgrounds
Proficient with Mechanical and Test Equipment (M&TE); calipers, micrometers, comparator, digital microscopes, Go/No-go gages, and Digital Multimeter
ASQ Certified Quality Technician
IPC-A-600, IPC-A-610, or IPC/WHMA-A-620 certified
Familiar with Society of Plastic Industry (SPI) Cosmetic Specifications
Lean Manufacturing: Kaizen and 6S experience
Benefits
RSU (Restricted Stock Units)
Fully-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you
Choice of PPO or HDHP/HSA
Virtual Care – 98Point6
Employee Assistance Program
Mental Health coverage through Springhealth & Talkspace (Premera)
Travel Assistance Insurance
Company Paid Life Insurance
Company Paid Short & Long Term Disability
Flexible PTO (exempt) / 15 days per year (non-exempt)
401(k) match
Pet Insurance
Prepaid Legal Program
Commuter Benefits
Paid Company Holidays
Company
Echodyne
Echodyne develops and manufactures meta-materials-based radar technologies.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$199MKey Investors
New Enterprise Associates
2022-06-13Series C· $135M
2019-09-11Series C· $20M
2017-05-22Series B· $29M
Leadership Team
Eben Frankenberg
President & CEO
Paul Farmer
CFO
Recent News
2025-09-09
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