PCBAA Update: Why Proximity, Security, and the Future of PCB Fabrication Matters

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PCBAA Update: Why Proximity, Security, and the Future of PCB Fabrication Matters

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March 20, 2026 at 5:51:10 PM

With David Schilld

In this conversation, David Schild, the Executive Director of the Printed Circuit Board Association of America (PCBAA), discusses the current state of PCB manufacturing in the U.S., the importance of national security for the industry, and the challenges posed by foreign dominance in the market. He emphasizes the importance of reshoring manufacturing capabilities and the intersection of industrial policy and national security. The conversation also touches on the implications of AI for hardware engineering jobs and the growth of PCBAA as an organization advocating for the PCB ecosystem.

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