About this opportunity
Confidential lists this Senior Electronics Quality Engineer opportunity in Marin County, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Role Overview
Apply deep electronics quality expertise to help train next-generation AI systems using high-quality, real-world inspection, analysis, and manufacturing knowledge. This remote contract role supports a project focused on advanced electronics assembly and inspection; prior AI experience is not 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 defect types, including identifying and determining root causes of AOI false calls.
Assess counterfeit electronic parts in alignment with AS6081 and provide practical risk-mitigation insights.
Conduct and interpret semiconductor package inspections using C-SAM and X-ray imaging, including die inspection and MIL-STD-883 compliance checks.
Prepare clear written reports and communicate findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Work with project leads to improve workflows and strengthen 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 identifying 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 documentation and knowledge transfer.
Work Terms
Remote contract engagement, with US-based candidates preferred.
Compensation
$60 per hour.
Application Process
Submit an application by email. Applying confirms acknowledgment of the candidate terms and privacy policy.
Who can apply
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