Posted 5 days ago
Quality Electrical Inspector - PCBA - Level II
AI Summary
Performs receiving inspections of printed circuit boards, assemblies, and electronic components at an aerospace and defense facility, ensuring workmanship and compliance with engineering drawings and IPC standards.
About this role
About SQA Services
For more than 30 years, SQA Services has provided managed supplier quality services, inspections, audits, and engineering support to manufacturers across industries. We deploy experienced quality professionals throughout the United States and in 90+ countries.
Overview
HIRING IMMEDIATELY!
SQA Services is seeking an Electrical Quality Inspector to perform receiving inspections of printed circuit boards (PCB), printed circuit board assemblies (PCBA), and other electronic components and assemblies at an aerospace and defense facility in El Segundo, CA.
The ideal candidate has hands-on experience inspecting electronic hardware, interpreting engineering drawings and specifications, applying IPC workmanship standards, and documenting inspection results. Candidates with quality inspection experience across different commodities are welcome.
Location: El Segundo, CA — 100% onsite
Shift: 1st shift
Duration: 6-month contract
Key Responsibilities
Inspect electronic hardware for workmanship, quality, and compliance with engineering drawings, schematics, specifications, and applicable IPC standards.
Use inspection equipment such as microscopes, UV light sources, multimeters, precision scales, and dimensional measuring tools as required.
Review Certificates of Conformance (CoCs), test records, material certifications, and First Article Inspection Reports.
Document inspection results, identify nonconformances, and coordinate resolution with Quality and Engineering teams.
Support Material Review Board (MRB) activities and nonconformance reporting (NCR).
Process inspection results and material transactions in ERP systems.
Verify that inspection and test equipment is properly calibrated.
Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Production to resolve issues and improve inspection processes.
Required Qualifications
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High school diploma or GED.
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3+ years of Quality Assurance and inspection experience.
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3+ years of experience working with ESD controls and IPC J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610 standards.
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3+ years of experience interpreting engineering drawings, schematics, blueprints, and specifications.
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Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office and computer-based systems.
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Ability to frequently lift 20 lbs. or more and stand, move, bend, and reach for extended periods.
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Ability to work 100% onsite in El Segundo, CA.
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience inspecting PCBs, PCBAs, or other electronic assemblies.
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Experience using electronic and dimensional inspection equipment.
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Experience with MRB reviews and nonconformance reporting.
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Familiarity with AS9100 or similar quality management systems.
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Active IPC certification, such as IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620, or IPC-600.
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Aerospace or defense manufacturing experience.
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