Cable and Harness Quality Source Inspector -Level II

Sqaservices; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

SQA Services is seeking an Electronic Source Inspector to perform on‑site inspections at supplier facilities throughout Orange County, Los Angeles County, San Diego County, and potentially Ventura County in a part‑time contract capacity. The role involves conducting first‑article, in‑process, and final inspections to ensure product conformance.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in quality inspection with 2 years as a Cable and Harness Inspector, excellent documentation skills, and proficiency in

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Cable and Harness Inspector/Assembler.
• Diploma or GED from a recognized institution.
• 5+ years of experience in quality inspection with 2 years as Cable and Harness Inspector.
• Knowledge of IPC‑A‑620 standards; certification is a plus.
• Ability to read schematics and wiring drawings.
• ITAR compliance with background checks as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform first‑article, in‑process, and final inspections at client sites.
• Ensure products meet stated quality and specification standards.
• Verify wiring orientation, turns, and pigtails per specifications.
• Confirm shipping documentation is legible and accurate (part/serial numbers).
• Check documentation packages to industry standards and classify defects.
• Interpret manufacturing drawings and identify non‑conformances.
• Maintain equipment and keep the work area organized.

Skills

Fluent English

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Documentation skills

Education

Diploma or GED

Degree in Engineering

Tools

IPC‑A‑620 certification

Job description

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.

You will be supporting SQA's national inspection team in the field by performing quality inspection for Cable and Harnesses. You will be a quality representative for our client on behalf of SQA to support quality improvements.

SQA Services is seeking an Electronic Source Inspector to perform on‑site inspections at supplier facilities throughout Orange County, Los Angeles County, San Diego County, and potentially Ventura County. This is a part‑time contract role (typically 1–3 days per week) with the flexibility to accept inspection assignments based on your availability.

• Perform first‑article, in‑process, and final inspections at one or more client suppliers in the area.
• Ensure products meet quality and specification standards.
• Verify safety wire orientation, correct turns, and pigtails as per specifications.
• Confirm shipping documentation is legible and accurate (part number, serial number, etc.).
• Check documentation packages to industry standards and classify defects.
• Interpret manufacturing drawings and identify non‑conformances.
• Periodically verify accuracy and ensure productivity to meet production schedules.Maintain equipment and keep the work area organized.
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Cable and Harness Inspector/Assembler in electronic manufacturing or related fields with knowledge of cable and harness assembly methods.
• Diploma or GED from an accredited high school or technical school.
• Knowledge of electronic contract manufacturing and LEAN manufacturing a plus.
• Ability to read schematics, assembly drawings, and identify wiring components.
• Proficient in documenting Certificates of Conformance (COC).
• Strong organizational, communication, and software adaptation skills.
• Must be fluent in English.
• ITAR Compliance required with background checks as necessary.
• 5+ years of experience in quality inspection, with 2 years as a Cable and Harness Inspector.
• Familiar with IPC‑A‑620 standards; IPC‑A‑620 certification a plus.
• Degree in Engineering.

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.

(*) To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR.