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Join a Leading Aerospace Innovator as an Inspector in Clearwater, FL

Do you have a sharp eye for detail and a passion for quality? If you're experienced in IPC standards, solder inspection, and ensuring electronic assemblies meet the highest industry requirements, PDS Tech Commercial has an exciting opportunity for you.

We're partnering with a leader in the aviation and aerospace industry to hire an Inspector for a 12-month full-time consultant assignment in Clearwater, Florida. In this role, you'll play a critical part in ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of electronic assemblies that support cutting-edge aerospace technologies.

Position Details

• Job Title: Inspector

• Location: Clearwater, FL

• Duration: 12-Month Consultant Assignment

• Schedule: Monday–Thursday | 4/10 Work Schedule | 2nd Shift

• Pay Rate: $26.00 per hour paid weekly

• Work Arrangement: Onsite

Make an Impact

Quality matters in aerospace, and every inspection counts. As an Inspector, you'll help ensure that circuit card assemblies meet stringent manufacturing and industry standards before they move forward in production. Your expertise will directly contribute to the safety, reliability, and success of mission-critical aviation technologies.

What You'll Do

Quality Inspection & Verification

• Perform detailed visual inspections of solder connections and conformal coating on circuit card assemblies.

• Verify compliance with IPC-A-610 and IPC-J-STD-001 requirements.

• Evaluate assemblies against industry standards and manufacturing specifications.

• Determine accept/reject criteria using IPC guidelines.

Technical Review

• Read and interpret:

  • Engineering drawings

  • Schematics and diagrams

  • Parts lists

  • Revision-controlled documentation

  • Inspection instructions and checklists

• Ensure assemblies conform to documented requirements.

Measurement & Documentation

• Utilize precision measuring equipment, including:

  • Dial indicators

  • Preset micrometers

  • Scales

  • Other inspection tools

• Maintain accurate quality documentation and inspection records.

• Report defects and nonconformances clearly and professionally.

Collaboration

• Work closely with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams.

• Communicate quality concerns effectively across all levels of operations.

• Support a culture of continuous improvement and product excellence.

Required Qualifications

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience visually inspecting solder connections on:

  • Surface mount components

  • Plated through-hole components

• Experience performing conformal coating inspections.

• Hands-on experience working to:

  • IPC-A-610 standards

  • IPC-J-STD-001 standards

Important: IPC-A-610 and IPC-J-STD-001 experience must be clearly reflected on your resume.

Technical Skills

• Strong visual inspection skills.

• Ability to navigate IPC standards and determine accept/reject criteria.

• Experience using measuring and inspection equipment.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.

• Strong documentation and recordkeeping skills.

• Computer proficiency, including basic office applications.

Soft Skills

• Exceptional attention to detail.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team.

• Ability to professionally communicate quality issues and findings.

Additional Requirements

• Must successfully pass a required medical examination.

• Ability to work onsite on 2nd shift.

• Ability to follow detailed procedures and work instructions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace, aviation, defense, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.

• Additional certifications related to electronics inspection or quality assurance.

• Experience working with revision-controlled manufacturing documentation.

• Familiarity with electronic assembly manufacturing processes beyond inspection.

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect talented professionals with opportunities that make a difference. When you join our team, you'll work alongside industry leaders developing innovative technologies that help shape the future of aviation and aerospace.

What You'll Gain

• Competitive pay of $19.00 - $28.00 per hour

• Opportunity to support a leading aerospace organization

• Consistent 4-day workweek (Monday-Thursday)

• Exposure to advanced aviation technologies and manufacturing processes

• Collaborative, quality-focused work environment

• Opportunity for full-time hire consideration

• Career-building experience with a respected industry leader

Ready to Put Your Inspection Expertise to Work?

If you have a strong background in IPC standards, electronics inspection, and quality assurance, this is your opportunity to advance your career while supporting technology that takes flight.

Apply today and join PDS Tech Commercial in delivering the precision, quality, and reliability that define aerospace excellence.

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