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Confidential lists this Senior Electronics Quality Engineer opportunity in Hercules, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Role Overview
Apply senior-level electronics quality expertise to help train next-generation AI systems using high-quality, real-world inspection and manufacturing knowledge. This remote contract role supports a customer project focused on advanced electronics assembly and inspection. No prior AI experience is required.
Key Responsibilities
Review PCB CAM and Gerber files for manufacturability, quality, and compliance with industry standards.
Perform IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 visual inspections and provide detailed feedback on PCB assemblies and wire-harness builds.
Analyze and document SMT and AOI defects, including identification and root-cause analysis of AOI false calls.
Assess counterfeit electronic components in alignment with AS6081 and provide risk-mitigation insights.
Conduct and interpret semiconductor package inspections using C-SAM and X-ray imaging, including die inspections and MIL-STD-883 compliance checks.
Prepare concise reports, communicate findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders, and collaborate with project leads to improve workflows and AI training datasets.
Qualifications
At least 8 years of hands-on experience in electronics quality, CAM engineering, or failure analysis within PCB assembly, wire harness, or semiconductor packaging.
Extensive knowledge of IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 inspection criteria. IPC CIS or CIT certification is strongly preferred.
Experience reviewing Gerber data and using PCB CAM software for manufacturability and quality assurance.
Proficiency with SMT processes, AOI defect analysis, and remediation of automated-inspection false calls.
Experience screening counterfeit components under AS6081, including risk indicators and mitigation strategies.
Hands-on experience with C-SAM and X-ray semiconductor inspection tools, plus familiarity with MIL-STD-883 procedures.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clear documentation and knowledge transfer.
Work Terms
Remote contract engagement, with candidates based in the United States preferred.
Compensation
$70 to $120 per hour.
Application Process
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Who can apply
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