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# Quality Electrical Inspector - PCBA - Level II at SQA Services

- **Company:** SQA Services
- **Location:** El Segundo, CA
- **Compensation:** $32–$35/hr
- **Employment:** contract
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-10-13
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-15
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/sqaservices/546f027b-945f-484a-b578-1157d2f9bdf1

## Job description

## 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

- Perform receiving inspections of PCBs, PCBAs, and electronic components and assemblies.

- 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

- High school diploma or GED.

- 3+ years of Quality Assurance and inspection experience.

- 3+ years of experience working with ESD controls and IPC J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610 standards.

- 3+ years of experience interpreting engineering drawings, schematics, blueprints, and specifications.

- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office and computer-based systems.

- Ability to frequently lift 20 lbs. or more and stand, move, bend, and reach for extended periods.

- Ability to work 100% onsite in El Segundo, CA.

## Preferred Qualifications

- Experience inspecting PCBs, PCBAs, or other electronic assemblies.

- Experience using electronic and dimensional inspection equipment.

- Experience with MRB reviews and nonconformance reporting.

- Familiarity with AS9100 or similar quality management systems.

- Active IPC certification, such as IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620, or IPC-600.

- Aerospace or defense manufacturing experience.

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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