Senior Avionics QA Inspector – PCBA & Wiring

Relativity Space; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Relativity Space is seeking an experienced PCBA Inspector to ensure quality across avionics assemblies from reception through final inspection. The role focuses on validating solder joints, harnesses, and subassemblies against NASA IPC standards and company policies.

The position requires travel up to 80% to supplier sites, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications. On-site, 1st shift, with a focus on reliability in a growing Terran R program.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a PCBA Inspector in a manufacturing environment and a strong grounding in quality controls.
• Proficiency inspecting solder joints, crimping, conformal coating, staking, and SMDs per NASA 8739 and IPC‑J‑STD‑001 / IPC‑A‑610.
• Knowledge of cable harness inspection per NASA‑STD‑8739.3/8739.4 and IPC‑A‑620.

Responsibilities

• Perform receiving inspections of PCBA and QA checks on avionics assemblies to ensure compliance with standards.
• Travel ~80% to supplier sites for source inspections, audits, and supplier quality support.
• Maintain detailed inspection records and documentation of avionics components and systems.
• Stay current with industry standards, regulations, and best practices related to avionics QA and inspection.
• Provide guidance and training on avionics inspection techniques and procedures.
• Maintain a safe, organized work environment in line with safety regulations.

Skills

PCBA inspection

Avionics QA

NASA IPC standards

DMM continuity testing

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Quality assurance

Tools

DMM

Portable measuring devices

Job description

Relativity Space is seeking an experienced PCBA Inspector to ensure quality across avionics assemblies from reception through final inspection. The role focuses on validating solder joints, harnesses, and subassemblies against NASA IPC standards and company policies.

The position requires travel up to 80% to supplier sites, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications. On-site, 1st shift, with a focus on reliability in a growing Terran R program.