Sr Quality Inspector-Electronics/PCBA
Job Number: 363022
Category: Electrical / Electronics
Description: Job Title: Sr Quality Inspector-Electronics/PCBA
Location: Santa Cruz, CA
Zip Code: 95060
Start Date: Right Away
Job Type: Contract
Pay Rate: $30-39/hr. DoE
Keywords: #Quality Inspector #Electronics #PCBA #CAjobs
Belcan is seeking a Sr. Quality Inspector - Electronics / PCBA to support an advanced aerospace and eVTOL aircraft program in the Santa Cruz, CA area. This is a strong opportunity for an experienced electronics quality professional with hands-on PCBA inspection, SMT inspection, IPC-A-610, AOI, X-ray, and supplier quality experience.
In this role, you will perform incoming, in-process, and final inspection of electronic assemblies and PCBAs at supplier locations. Your work will directly support product quality, supplier alignment, design validation, and production readiness for a highly technical aerospace manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities:
Perform visual, dimensional, incoming, in-process, and final inspection on electronic assemblies and PCBAs
Inspect SMT and through-hole assemblies against IPC-A-610 requirements
Review solder quality, solder fillet height, barrel fill, component placement, workmanship, and board-level defects
Set up and operate 3D Automated Optical Inspection / AOI equipment
Support digital X-ray inspection of electronic assemblies as needed
Verify parts and assemblies against engineering drawings, specifications, and process requirements
Use precision inspection tools such as calipers, pin gauges, Keyence systems, Faro Arm, Romer Arm, CMM, OMM, and related inspection equipment
Document nonconformances and support MRB / supplier rejection processes
Conduct First Article Inspection and generate reports in compliance with SAE AS9102 as required
Work with supplier quality, engineering, manufacturing, and production teams to resolve quality issues
Required Qualifications
Hands-on experience inspecting PCB, PCBA, SMT, or electronic assemblies
Working knowledge of IPC-A-610
Ability to identify and explain electronic assembly defects, including solder fillet height and barrel fill
Experience making pass/fail inspection decisions on PCBAs or electronic assemblies
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, inspection documents, and process specifications
Experience documenting nonconformances and supporting MRB or rejection processes
Proficiency with MS Excel and quality documentation
Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently in a supplier-facing environment
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with J-STD-001
Experience with AOI, 3D AOI, AXI, or digital X-ray inspection
Experience in aerospace, defense, medical device, EMS, semiconductor, or high-reliability electronics manufacturing
Supplier quality or source inspection experience
First Article Inspection / AS9102 experience
Experience using Keyence, CMM, OMM, Faro Arm, Romer Arm, PolyWorks, calipers, gauges, or related inspection tools
Experience with Class 2 or Class 3 electronic assemblies
Software/Tools Used:
3D AOI Equipment
IPC-610 and J-STD-001 standards
Keyence, CMM, OMM, Faro Arm and Romer Arm
digital X-Ray inspections
PolyWorks
CMM
MS Excel
If you are interested in this role, please apply via the apply now link provided. Our overriding goal is to provide quality staffing solutions that help people, organizations, and communities succeed. Belcan is a leading provider of qualified personnel to many of the world's most respected enterprises. We offer excellent opportunities for contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct assignments. We are the employer of choice for thousands worldwide. For more information, please visit our website at Belcan.com
Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Location: San Carlos , CA
Minimum Experience (yrs): 2-5
Required Education: High School Diploma
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