# Quality Inspector, PCBA at Northwood Space

- Company: Northwood Space
- What the company does: Take space missions further faster. Backed by a16z.
- Company website: https://www.northwoodspace.io
- Type: Startups
- Level: Mid level
- Location: Torrance, CA
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-11-03
- Apply by: 2026-12-18
- Apply: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/northwoodspace/2cbf1669-c498-42ef-9cbd-b9372782ea0a?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/northwood-space-quality-inspector-pcba/

## About the role

Inspect incoming PCB/PCBA and mechanical parts against drawings, specifications, approved inspection plans, and applicable IPC-A-600 and IPC-A-610 criteria, using critical-characteristic checks, 100% inspection, or AQL sampling as specified. Apply Northwood Space’s T1 (Production) and T2 (Engineering/R&D) part pedigree requirements; verify supplier CoCs, inspection reports, traceability records, and applicable FAI/PPAP documentation and approval status. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- 3+ years of hands-on incoming or quality inspection experience with PCB/PCBA and/or mechanical parts, including working knowledge of IPC-A-600 / IPC-A-610 acceptance criteria and ESD controls and handling practices
- Proficiency in interpreting PCB/PCBA and complex mechanical engineering drawings, including GD&T, datum references, dimensional tolerances, and critical characteristics, ability to follow risk-based inspection plans, including 100% inspection and AQL sampling
- Hands-on proficiency with precision measurement and inspection equipment, including handheld tools, VMMs, optical inspection systems, and custom fixtures, plus experience managing calibration schedules, status tracking, and records
- Experience in aerospace, high-reliability electronics, or electromechanical manufacturing, familiarity with AS9100
- Experience managing calibration programs, using ISO/IEC 17025-accredited calibration providers, and supporting Gage R&R or other measurement system studies
- Familiarity with APQP, PPAP, AS9102 FAI, and different quality and inspection requirements based on part pedigree as (Production) and (Engineering/R&D)

Tags: Supply Chain

Source: 1752vc Careers, https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/northwood-space-quality-inspector-pcba/