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Teledyne

Quality Inspector

Salem, MA

$44K - $59K/yr

Previous soldering or PCB inspection experience in electronics manufacturing. * Skilled in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. * Ability to collaborate and build rapport across teams. * Self ...

Teledyne

Quality Inspector

Salem, MA · On-site

$44K - $59K/yr

Previous soldering or PCB inspection experience in electronics manufacturing. * Skilled in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. * Ability to collaborate and build rapport across teams. * Self ...

Teledyne FLIR LLC

Quality Inspector

Salem, MA · On-site

$44K - $59K/yr

Previous soldering or PCB inspection experience in electronics manufacturing. * Skilled in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. * Ability to collaborate and build rapport across teams. * Self ...

Teledyne

Quality Inspector

Salem, MA

$44K - $59K/yr

Previous soldering or PCB inspection experience in electronics manufacturing. * Skilled in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. * Ability to collaborate and build rapport across teams. * Self ...

LI-COR

PCB Manufacturing Operator

Bourne, MA · On-site

What You'll Do As a PCB Manufacturing Operator, you'll operate and support automated equipment used ... Perform visual inspections and quality checks * Troubleshoot minor equipment and process issues

LI-COR

PCB Manufacturing Operator

Bourne, MA

What You'll Do As a PCB Manufacturing Operator, you'll operate and support automated equipment used ... Perform visual inspections and quality checks * Troubleshoot minor equipment and process issues

Fusion Optix

Quality Engineer - SMD & PCB Assembly

Boston, MA · On-site

$78K - $101K/yr

Perform incoming PCB and electronic materials inspection to ensure compliance. * Preparation of COA/COC documentation. * Maintenance of quality documentation and production logs. * Perform root cause ...

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As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for pcb inspector in Massachusetts is $25.43, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.55 and $26.54 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a pcb inspector?

A PCB (Printed Circuit Board) Inspector is responsible for examining circuit boards to ensure they meet quality standards and industry specifications. They check for defects such as soldering issues, component misalignment, and physical damage using visual inspection, magnification tools, and automated testing equipment. PCB Inspectors often follow IPC standards and may work in manufacturing, quality control, or assembly environments. Their role is critical in ensuring that electronic devices function correctly by identifying defects before products reach customers.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a pcb inspector?

As a PCB Inspector, your day-to-day tasks usually involve visually and instrumentally inspecting printed circuit boards for defects, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and documenting your findings. You may work closely with production technicians to address issues on the assembly line and collaborate with quality engineers to improve inspection processes. You’ll often review manufacturing records, operate testing equipment, and sometimes assist in training new team members on inspection procedures. Your attention to detail and feedback help drive continuous improvement in the quality of electronic products.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the pcb inspector position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a PCB Inspector, you need strong attention to detail, knowledge of PCB manufacturing standards (such as IPC-A-610), and experience with visual and automated inspection techniques. Familiarity with tools like microscopes, AOI (Automated Optical Inspection) machines, and soldering equipment is typically required, and IPC certification is highly valued. Effective communication, problem-solving abilities, and a proactive mindset help inspectors collaborate with production and quality teams. These skills and qualities are essential to ensure product reliability, minimize defects, and maintain high standards in electronic manufacturing.

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Infographic showing various Pcb Inspector job openings in Massachusetts as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,892 per year, or $25.4 per hour.

PCB Designer

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc

Pittsfield, MA • On-site

$77K - $86K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 3 days ago

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Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 31 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is obtainable within a reasonable amount of time after hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required
Responsibilities for this Position
As a Printed Circuit Board Design Hardware Engineer, you'll be a member of a cross functional team responsible for the following:
  • Assist the Electrical Engineering product design team in the layout of high speed/high density multi-layer Printed Circuit Boards (PCB) to MIL/IPC standards using PCB design tools, with experience in Siemens DX Designer and Xpedition Enterprise preferred. Support design efforts using PTC CREO and AutoCAD design tools.
  • Support thermal and mechanical analysis to ensure reliability under operating requirements. Gain exposure to thermal issues and assist in diagnosing thermal-related problems. Support the Qualification process of all PCBs designed in house. Support the Procurement and Fabrication of the PCBs. Assist in troubleshooting fielded equipment failures traced to PCBs.
  • Assist in the development of CAD layout including symbol creation, library management (component footprints, schematic symbols), and component placement, with growing understanding of constraints management, topology, and signal/trace integrity, as well as contributing to documentation and drawings for manufacturing and assembly.

Work closely with Engineers within the organization to learn best practices, contribute to design discussions, and participate in design reviews.
We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences:
  • Basic knowledge of PCB materials, mechanical structure of vias and traces, plating of circuits, manufacture of PWBs and Printed Wire Assemblies (PWAs), PCB shapes and mounting.
  • Familiarity with Testing Procedures: Basic understanding of PCB testing methodologies, including functional testing, in-circuit testing (ICT), boundary scan testing, and automated optical inspection (AOI).
  • Component-Level Troubleshooting: Developing ability to assist in diagnosing issues at the component level, including identifying faulty components and connections.
  • Schematic and Layout Interpretation: Ability to read and interpret PCB schematics and layouts to support test plan development.
  • Experience with Siemens DX Designer and Xpedition Enterprise tools is preferred but not required.

Required Qualifications:
  • Some knowledge of IPC specifications and standards relevant to PCB manufacturing, assembly, and testing (e.g., IPC-2221, IPC-7711, IPC-A-610).

What sets you apart:
  • Foundational proficiency with modeling CAD tools to create mechanical models and drawings
  • Basic knowledge of manufacturing and fabrication methods, as well as technical, government, and industry standards
  • Collaborative, curious mindset with eagerness to contribute to complex projects
  • Good communication skills with the ability to document technical work clearly
  • Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development
  • Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

Our Commitment to You:
  • An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
  • Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation's security
  • Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
  • Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
  • See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

Workplace Options:
This position is fully on-site.
While on-site, you will be a part of the Pittsfield, MA facility.
Salary Note
This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
Combined Salary Range
USD $77,843.00 - USD $86,358.00 /Yr.
Company Overview
General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

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