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nLIGHT, Inc. · 9 hours ago

Electrical Quality Engineer

Longmont, Colorado

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$75K/yr - $104K/yr

3+ years exp

nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is a leading developer of Directed Energy systems for the Department of Defense. The Electrical Quality Engineer ensures quality and reliability across printed circuit board assemblies, cable harnesses, and photonic subsystems, applying technical knowledge of MIL-SPEC, IPC, and ISO standards to maintain compliance and improve product quality.

ElectronicsLaserManufacturingSemiconductor

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain quality control processes for PCB, cable harness, and photonic assemblies

Conduct intake inspection, verification, and final acceptance testing in accordance with MIL-STD and IPC/WHMA-A-620 Class 3

Compile and review product test reports, inspection records, and other quality documentation

Perform data analysis; identify trends and initiate corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)

Lead or assist in Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations and coordinate cross-functional resolutions

Support First Article Inspections (FAI), qualification testing, and process capability studies

Ensure calibration and traceability of test equipment

Support continuous improvement initiatives and mentor technicians and junior engineers in QA practices

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringQuality EngineeringISO 9001 2015MIL-STD complianceFMEACAPARCCAAltium Designer 365SolidWorks 3D CADData analysis toolsCertified Quality EngineerCertified Six Sigma Black BeltCertified Reliability EngineerHigh Energy Laser experienceDoD manufacturing experienceAttention to DetailCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

3+ years of experience

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field

Commitment to Excellence

Attention to Detail

Pride in Workmanship

3+ years of quality engineering experience in PCB, cable harness, or photonics/electro-optical systems

Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015, AS9100, and MIL-STD quality systems

Understanding of IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 workmanship standards

Demonstrated experience with FMEA, CAPA, and RCCA processes

Familiarity with Altium Designer 365, SolidWorks 3D CAD, and data-driven analysis tools (Excel, Minitab, or equivalent)

Strong organizational, documentation, and communication skills

Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) – ASQ

Certified Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB) – ASQ

Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) – ASQ

Preferred

Existing U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance

Experience with High Energy Laser (HEL) or photonic weapon system programs

Experience in a DoD or defense manufacturing environment

Benefits

4 weeks of Paid Time Off per year

11 paid Holidays

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition Assistance Program

Health (ACA Gold Plan), Vision and Dental Care paid by employer 100% for Employee and 75% for Dependents

Paid Family Leave, Short and Long Term Disability paid by employer 100%

Competitive 401k with company match and immediate vesting

Company

nLIGHT, Inc.

nLIGHT, Inc. is a leading provider of high-power lasers for mission critical directed energy, optical sensing, and advanced manufacturing applications.

Founded in 2000

Hillsboro, Oregon, USA

1001-5000 employees