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# PCBA Quality Inspector Level 2 at SQA Services

- **Company:** SQA Services
- **Location:** Saint Petersburg, FL
- **Compensation:** $28–$33/hr
- **Employment:** contract
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-10-12
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-15
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/sqaservices/eb381713-8bd0-4408-ae68-924c0f98fce1

## Job description

For almost 30 years, SQA Services has been a premier leader in providing 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.

We’re hiring for a Quality PCBA Inspector position in So Cal. The schedule is on first shift, 20 - 30 hours, 2-4 days per week on an as-needed basis. If you have a passion for mechanical products and a keen eye for quality, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

## Key Responsibilities

- You will be conducting visual PCBA inspections and paperwork verification at our client's supplier(s)
- Ensure PCBA products meet quality and specification standards, verifying proper component placement, solder joints, and other assembly specifications
- Inspect soldering, component orientation, and component placement for accuracy, as per design and IPC-A-610 standards
- Confirm shipping documentation is legible and accurate (part number, serial number, etc.)
- Check documentation packages to industry standards and classify defects
- Interpret PCBA manufacturing drawings, circuit board layouts, and identify non-conformances
- Periodically verify accuracy and ensure productivity to meet production schedules
- Maintain equipment and keep the work area organized and compliant with safety regulations

Required Qualifications

- Knowledge of PCBA assembly methods and processes
- Familiarity with IPC-A-610 standards
- Either open to becoming certified, certified or previously certified in IPC-A-610
- Minimum 3 years of experience as a PCBA Inspector/Assembler in electronic manufacturing or related fields
- Ability to read PCB assembly schematics, and circuit diagrams, and identify electronic components
- Proficient in documenting Certificates of Conformance (COC)
- Strong organizational, communication, and software adaptation skills

## Preferred Qualifications

- Diploma or GED from an accredited high school or technical school; college degree in engineering
- Knowledge of electronic contract manufacturing and LEAN manufacturing practices
- 5 years of experience, with 2 years as a PCBA Inspector

Note:

SQA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is based on merit and qualifications and is not influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status.

This position requires access to ITAR-controlled technical data and/or defense articles. As such, the candidate must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder) to comply with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants who do not meet these criteria will not be considered for this role.

## About SQA Services

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: SQA Services provides global supplier quality assurance and inspection services to quality-critical industries, deploying a network of experts to manage supplier performance and product quality.
- **Entity Type**: Private (bootstrapped; no recent funding disclosed)
- **Headquarters**: Hawthorne, California, USA (based on job postings)
- **Founded**: 1995
- **Founders**: Jim McKay and J. Michael McKay (father-and-son team)

## Core Business
- **Primary industries**: Aerospace, Life Sciences (pharmaceutical, medical device, biologics), Automotive, Defense, Oil & Gas, and other quality-critical manufacturing sectors.
- **Target customers**: B2B – primarily Fortune 500 companies and large manufacturers with complex, global supply chains.
- **Mission/purpose**: To protect through quality – helping companies ensure that products are manufactured to specification, regardless of supplier location.

## Products & Services
- **Supplier Quality Inspection & Auditing**: On-site source inspection, first article inspection (FAI), process audits, and quality engineering recovery programs.
- **Program Management**: Dedicated Program Managers oversee end-to-end quality programs, providing visibility and accountability across multiple supplier sites.
- **STEPQ (Digital Platform)**: A secure, cloud-based event management system that automates and reports on audits, CAPA, inspections, engineering, and quality agreements – giving clients real-time control over supplier quality performance.
- **Large-Scale Remediation & Recovery**: Deployed teams for containment, supplier capability assessments, and rapid quality recovery (e.g., aerospace recovery team established 2023).

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available (private company)
- **Key Metric**: Over 30 years in business; operates in 90+ countries with hundreds of deployed quality experts.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not disclosed (client base includes global Fortune 500 companies)
- **Growth Signals**: 
  - Established a Large-Scale Aerospace Recovery Team in 2023.
  - Supported COVID-19 vaccine manufacturing and distribution (2020-2021).
  - Launched a Global Biologics Gene and Cell Therapy audit platform (2021).
  - Expanded digital capabilities with STEPQ platform development.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Global Network**: Hundreds of pre-vetted quality experts deployed across 90+ countries, enabling rapid, local support.
- **30-Year Track Record**: Deep institutional knowledge in regulated industries (aerospace, life sciences) with certifications like CQA, PMP, Six Sigma.
- **Proprietary Technology**: STEPQ platform provides unmatched visibility and control over supplier quality events, differentiating from pure staffing firms.
- **Full Program Management**: Not just staffing – SQA manages entire programs with dedicated Program Managers, support teams, and infrastructure.

## Strategic Focus
- **Digital Transformation**: Continued investment in STEPQ and digital tools to enhance operational visibility and collaboration.
- **Life Sciences Expansion**: Growing capabilities in biologics, gene/cell therapy, and pharmaceutical quality auditing.
- **Aerospace & Defense**: Leveraging recent large-scale recovery programs to deepen relationships in these sectors.
- **Global Reach**: Maintaining a flexible, on-the-ground presence in key manufacturing regions to meet client needs.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Emphasizes Trust, Respect, Accountability, Dedication, and Excellence. Recognized for business achievement and employment practices.
- **Work Style**: Mostly on-site contract roles at client locations (aerospace hubs like Los Angeles, Wichita, Huntsville, etc.). Flexible scheduling – ability to select projects aligned with interests and skills.
- **Professional Development**: Certification bodies (IRCA, ASQ) recognize SQA activity for recertification credits. Opportunities to work on leading-edge quality initiatives with Fortune 500 clients.
- **Perks**: Referral program, job-specific equipment, photo-badges, and a supportive global infrastructure.
- **Engineering Culture**: Focus on quality engineering, process improvement, and hands-on problem-solving in manufacturing environments.

## Sources
1. [SQA Services - Official Website](https://www.sqaservices.com/)
2. [SQA Services - Careers Page](https://www.sqaservices.com/company/careers/)
3. [SQA Services - History](https://www.sqaservices.com/company/history/)
4. [SQA Services - Leadership](https://www.sqaservices.com/company/leadership/)
5. [SQA Services - Job Listings (Lever)](https://jobs.lever.co/sqaservices)

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