Senior Quality Inspector (PCBA)

For almost 30 years, SQA Services has been a premier leader in the provision of managed supplier quality services for audits, assessments, remote surveillance assessments, corrective actions, remediation, inspections, and engineering to manufacturers within all industries. We deliver services by deploying associates who are located throughout the United States and in 90+ countries around the world to your supplier sites. Our associates are expert quality assurance professionals with broad experience and local knowledge who can represent our clients on-demand and on-site faster than our competitors.  SQA Services is seeking a highly experienced Level III PCBA Inspector to support a Managed Source Inspection Program for our aerospace/defense customer. The inspector will execute detailed in-process and final inspections of electronic assemblies—including Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs) and flight modules—at the Supplier’s facility.

Key Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive in-process and final source inspections per drawings and specifications.

Conduct visual, mechanical, and dimensional inspections using calibrated tools.

Apply J-STD-001 Space Addendum requirements to evaluate workmanship.

Interpret complex GD&T requirements accurately.

Utilize Buyer inspection guides to ensure thorough deficiency detection.

Release only conforming product; escalate nonconformances.

Conduct witness inspections of critical features.

Audit supplier execution to approved inspection plans.

Validate justifications for parts not inspected at final inspection.

Compile complete inspection packages including sign-offs and dimensional data.

Document all nonconformances with supporting evidence.

Maintain accurate records aligned to AS9100/ISO9001 requirements.

Serve as the primary on-site inspection representative for SQA.

Coordinate inspection readiness with supplier teams.

Communicate findings clearly and professionally.

Maintain J-STD-001 Space Addendum certification.

Participate in training and SOP alignment efforts.

Identify trends and systemic issues for process improvement.

Support inspection scheduling for 113 articles.

Review drawings, travelers, and change notices prior to inspection.

Align activities with SQA Program Management and Buyer technical leadership.

Minimum Qualifications

10+ years electronic inspection experience.

Current J-STD-001 with Space Addendum certification.

Strong GD&T interpretation skills.

Proficiency with precision dimensional inspection tools.

Excellent communication and documentation ability.

Preferred Qualifications

Aerospace/defense high-reliability hardware experience.

Familiarity with AS9100 and ISO9001.