- Job Purpose To ensure product quality, process compliance and customer acceptance across the manufacturing, assembly, integration and testing of aerospace and defence electronic products, including Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBAs), electronic box builds, Line Replaceable Units (LRUs), Power Distribution Units (PDUs) and associated electro-mechanical assemblies.

The incumbent will ensure conformity to engineering drawings, approved Bills of Materials (BOMs), technical specifications, applicable aerospace and defence quality standards, workmanship requirements and customer acceptance criteria. The role will focus on defect prevention, inspection, testing coordination, product traceability, configuration control, non-conformance management and continuous improvement throughout the manufacturing lifecycle.
- Key Responsibilities

A. PCBA Quality Assurance and Inspection

- Conduct incoming, in-process and final inspections of Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBAs) used in aerospace and defence electronic systems.
- Inspect component placement, polarity, orientation, solder joints, solder bridges, insufficient solder, lifted leads, damaged pads, contamination and other workmanship defects.
- Verify compliance with applicable IPC-A-610 acceptance criteria, J-STD-001 requirements and customer-specific workmanship specifications.
- Review soldering and rework processes, including Surface Mount Technology (SMT), Through-Hole Technology (THT) and manual soldering, wherever applicable.
- Verify component identification, approved part numbers, BOM conformity, revision levels and traceability of critical electronic components.
- Coordinate inspection following reflow, wave, selective and manual soldering processes, as applicable.
- Verify conformal coating, potting, encapsulation and other protective processes against approved specifications, where required.
- Coordinate Automated Optical Inspection (AOI), X-ray inspection, In-Circuit Testing (ICT), flying probe testing and functional testing with relevant teams, as applicable.
- Review PCBA inspection and test records and ensure non-conformances are resolved before assemblies are released for integration.
- Support PCBA First Article Inspection, process validation, product qualification and customer audits.

B. Box Build, LRU and PDU Quality

- Perform quality inspection of electronic box builds, LRUs, PDUs, control units, electronic equipment racks, power distribution assemblies and associated electro-mechanical products.
- Verify mechanical assembly, component mounting, connector mating, cable routing, wiring, crimping, soldering, grounding, bonding, torque application and mechanical fitment, wherever applicable.
- Inspect PCBAs, electronic modules, power components, electrical interconnections, connectors, terminals and mechanical enclosures against approved drawings and specifications.
- Verify polarity, continuity, insulation resistance, terminal identification and other applicable electrical parameters.
- Check labelling, serial numbers, identification markings, hardware configuration and component installation against approved product documentation.
- Ensure conformity of assemblies with approved engineering drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, BOMs and assembly instructions.
- Identify assembly defects, dimensional deviations, workmanship issues and electrical non-conformances and ensure their timely resolution.

C. In-Process, Final Inspection and Product Acceptance

- Execute incoming, in-process and final inspections in accordance with approved inspection plans, quality control plans and acceptance criteria.
- Verify production travellers, inspection checklists, assembly records and test documentation for completeness and accuracy.
- Coordinate with Production and Test & Validation teams for functional testing, electrical performance verification, power-on checks and acceptance testing.
- Verify test results against approved test procedures, technical specifications and acceptance limits.
- Ensure products are released only after satisfactory inspection, completion of mandatory tests and closure or authorised disposition of non-conformances.
- Support customer source inspections,



acceptance inspections and product release activities, as required.
- Ensure inspection equipment is suitable for the intended measurement and that calibration status is valid.

D. Aerospace and Defence Quality Systems

- Ensure adherence to applicable AS9100, ISO 9001, IPC workmanship standards, customer-specific quality requirements and relevant military specifications.
- Apply applicable workmanship criteria for electronic assemblies, soldered connections, wire terminations and electro-mechanical assemblies.
- Support First Article Inspection (FAI) in accordance with AS9102 or applicable customer requirements.
- Verify compliance with configuration management, revision control, approved process specifications and engineering change documentation.
- Maintain component traceability, product identification, inspection evidence and manufacturing history records as required by contracts and customer specifications.
- Support internal audits, customer audits, certification audits and closure of audit findings.
- Ensure compliance with applicable ESD controls, component handling procedures and moisture-sensitive device (MSD) handling requirements.

E. Non-Conformance and Corrective Action Management

- Identify, document, segregate and control non-conforming components, PCBAs, assemblies, products and processes.
- Raise and track Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and coordinate technical disposition with authorised Quality, Engineering and customer representatives.
- Conduct root cause analysis using 5 Why, Fishbone Analysis, 8D and other appropriate problem-solving tools.
- Coordinate corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and verify their effectiveness.
- Investigate recurring defects relating to soldering, electronic components, assembly workmanship, electrical connections and test failures.
- Ensure rework, repair, concessions and deviations are undertaken only against authorised approvals and documented instructions.
- Analyse rejection and rework trends to identify recurring issues and implement preventive controls.

F. Supplier and Incoming Quality

- Inspect incoming electronic components, bare PCBs, PCBAs, connectors, cables, power components, mechanical parts and other purchased materials used in EIS products.
- Verify certificates of conformity, inspection reports, material certificates and other mandatory supplier documentation.
- Ensure traceability of critical components and compliance with approved sources, part numbers and revision requirements.
- Coordinate with Supplier Quality and Supply Chain teams to resolve supplier-related non-conformances.
- Support supplier corrective actions, supplier audits and quality improvement initiatives.
- Support controls for prevention of counterfeit or suspect electronic components, in accordance with applicable customer and contractual requirements.

G. New Product Introduction and Program Transfers

- Support quality planning for new product introduction (NPI), prototype builds, new PCBA designs, box builds, LRU/PDU programs and transfer of aerospace and defence manufacturing programs.
- Review drawings, BOMs, assembly processes, inspection requirements and test specifications before production release.
- Support process validation, FAI, production readiness reviews and qualification activities.
- Identify potential manufacturing and quality risks during prototype builds, pilot runs and production ramp-up.
- Coordinate with Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Program Management and Test & Validation teams to resolve product and process issues.
- Ensure engineering changes are reflected in applicable production documents, inspection plans and test procedures.
- Support lessons-learned reviews and deployment of preventive actions across similar products and programs.

H. Quality Systems and Continuous Improvement





- Maintain inspection records, calibration records, NCR logs, CAPA documentation and product acceptance records.
- Monitor key quality indicators such as First Pass Yield, rejection rate, rework, scrap, test failures, NCR ageing and customer complaints.
- Apply risk-based thinking, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and appropriate statistical tools to identify and prevent recurring quality issues.
- Drive improvements in defect prevention, inspection effectiveness, process compliance and cost of poor quality.
- Standardise inspection methods, checklists, work instructions and quality reporting.
- Prepare periodic quality reports and highlight significant risks, recurring defects and improvement actions to management.

3. Educational Qualifications
- Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Instrumentation, Mechatronics or a related engineering discipline.
- Additional qualifications or training in aerospace quality, electronics workmanship, quality auditing or quality engineering will be an advantage.

4. Experience
- Senior Quality Engineer: 5–8 years of relevant experience, preferably in aerospace and defence electronics manufacturing and customer quality.
- Experience with PCBAs, LRUs, PDUs, SMT/THT processes, electronic equipment integration or mission-critical electronic products is preferred.
- Experience in NCR/CAPA, FAI, inspection planning, functional testing and customer audits is desirable.

5. Technical and Functional Competencies
- Working knowledge of PCBA manufacturing, SMT/THT assembly, soldering workmanship and electronic component handling.
- Understanding of box-build manufacturing, LRUs, PDUs, electronic equipment integration and electro-mechanical assemblies.
- Knowledge of IPC-A-610, J-STD-001 and other applicable workmanship requirements.
- Understanding of AS9100, ISO 9001, AS9102 FAI and customer-specific aerospace and defence quality requirements.
- Familiarity with AOI, X-ray, ICT, flying probe and functional testing, where applicable.
- Knowledge of ESD control, MSD handling, component traceability, configuration control and counterfeit-component prevention.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, BOMs, component datasheets and inspection/test procedures.
- Working knowledge of root cause analysis, 8D, CAPA, FMEA and problem-solving methodologies.
- Proficiency in quality documentation, inspection reporting and MS Office; ERP or quality management system experience is desirable.
- Robust analytical, communication, documentation and cross-functional coordination skills.

6. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- PCBA and final product First Pass Yield.
- Reduction in PCBA workmanship defects, assembly defects, rework and scrap.
- Product acceptance rate and reduction in functional test failures.
- Timely closure and effectiveness of NCRs and CAPAs.
- On-time completion of FAI and mandatory quality documentation.
- Compliance with inspection plans, test requirements and product release criteria.
- Audit compliance and timely closure of audit findings.
- Reduction in customer complaints and repeat non-conformances.
- Compliance with component traceability, configuration control, ESD requirements and calibration systems.

7. Key Internal Interfaces Production and Manufacturing Engineering, Design Engineering, Test & Validation, Supply Chain, Supplier Quality, Program Management and Customer Quality representatives.
- Role Expectations The Quality Engineer is expected to adopt a prevention-focused approach and ensure that every PCBA, box build, LRU, PDU and associated electronic assembly conforms to approved technical and customer requirements. The incumbent must demonstrate strong attention to detail, disciplined documentation, effective problem-solving and the ability to work with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, traceable and compliant aerospace and defence products.

The incumbent must maintain an independent quality mindset, escalate significant product or process risks promptly, and ensure that quality concerns are addressed before product release.

📌 Assistant Manager (Bengaluru)
🏢 Avirata Defence Systems
📍 Bengaluru