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Greetings from Dexcel Designs! Please find below the detailed JD for QA position with us. Job Title: Quality Assurance-Lead/Manager Location: Bangalore, India Job Summary We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Quality Assurance Manager to oversee and implement robust QA systems for our defence electronics manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Indian defence regulatory frameworks, MIL standards, and high-reliability electronics quality protocols. Responsibilities Lead the Quality Assurance function for defence-grade electronics systems including RF, embedded systems, and custom SoCs. Develop, implement, and maintain QMS in compliance with ISO 9001, AS9100D, and MIL-STD-810 / MIL-STD-461 / JSS 55555. Ensure adherence to DRDO, MoD, DGAQA, and BEL/ISRO quality requirements throughout the product lifecycle. Define inspection criteria for incoming materials, in-process assemblies, and finished goods using IPC-A-610, IPC-A-600 standards. Lead internal and external quality audits, including DGQA inspections, customer audits, and third-party certifications. Drive RCA (Root Cause Analysis) and CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Action) for product non-conformities and field returns. Coordinate with R&D and production teams to implement Design for Quality (DFQ) and Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA). Oversee quality documentation and traceability per defence contract requirements and maintain documentation for Defence & Aerospace projects. Maintain calibration, testing, and environmental compliance of lab/test infrastructure (EMI/EMC, vibration, thermal chambers). Provide QA input in supplier qualification, vendor audits, and strategic sourcing for high-reliability components. Train team members on quality tools (Six Sigma, 5 Why, 8D, FMEA) and ensure continual improvement. Required Qualifications B.E./B.Tech in Electronics/Electrical/Instrumentation Engineering (M.E./M.Tech preferred). 815 years of experience in Quality Assurance in defence, aerospace, or high-reliability electronics manufacturing. Strong understanding of Indian defence procurement processes, DGAQA, DGQA, CQAE, CEMILAC, RCMA procedures, and industry-specific compliance. Experience with ERP-based QA systems and electronic documentation management. Familiarity with cleanroom, ESD, and IPC standards. Certifications like Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, Internal Auditor ISO 9001/AS9100, preferred. Preferred Attributes Hands-on experience with defence-grade testing (EMI/EMC, ESS, HALT/HASS, burn-in). Exposure to product qualification under Make in India and IDDM schemes. Excellent communication, documentation, and leadership skills. Ability to engage with defence PSUs, MoD, DRDO, and system integrators.
