1566 - Quality Control Engineer - RF Hardware & Electronics

About the role

Sigma Defense is seeking a detail-oriented and technically capable Quality Control Engineer - RF Hardware & Electronics to support testing, inspection, troubleshooting, documentation, and quality verification of electronic components, assemblies, and systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, functional testing, and verification of incoming components, assemblies, and finished products
• Execute QC test procedures with consistency, accuracy, and attention to detail
• Develop, write, and revise test procedures, inspection instructions, and quality documentation as needed
• Operate electronic test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, and other standard lab equipment
• Support RF-related testing when applicable, including use of spectrum analyzers or other RF test equipment
• Record, review, and document test results clearly and accurately using standard QC forms, logs, and systems
• Identify, document, and report nonconforming materials, assemblies, or test results
• Support root cause investigations, troubleshooting activities, and corrective action efforts as needed
• Verify that products meet applicable drawings, specifications, work instructions, and quality requirements
• Maintain organized quality records and ensure timely filing of test and inspection documentation
• Maintain and operate test equipment properly, with awareness of calibration requirements and equipment status
• Follow detailed work instructions, quality procedures, and safety requirements precisely
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient workspace in accordance with 5S standards
• Communicate clearly with engineering, production, and quality teams regarding test results, issues, and process improvements

Requirements

• Experience working with electronic components, assemblies, or systems
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to learn new systems, tools, and procedures quickly
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures accurately and consistently
• Ability to perform hands-on testing, inspection, troubleshooting, and documentation tasks with minimal errors
• Comfortable using computers, Microsoft Office tools, and electronic documentation systems
• Good organizational skills and ability to maintain accurate quality records
• Able to manage time effectively and complete assigned tasks accurately
• Clear communication skills and willingness to work closely with engineering, production, and quality teams
• Ability to identify abnormal test results or product conditions and escalate issues appropriately

Candidate Differentiators: Experience with RF systems, RF components, or RF test environments
Experience using spectrum analyzers
Experience using oscilloscopes, multimeters, power meters, signal generators, network analyzers, or similar test equipment
Experience in a QC, test engineering, electronics technician, or manufacturing test role
Experience working in a manufacturing, production, defense, aerospace, or electronics environment
Familiarity with quality documentation, inspection forms, nonconformance reporting, or calibration control

Qualifications

• Education Requirements: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, RF Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related engineering field of study
• Candidates without an engineering degree may be considered if they have strong, directly relevant hands-on experience with electronics, RF systems, hardware testing, manufacturing test, electronics, or quality control in a technical environment

Skills

• Technical aptitude
• Attention to detail
• Hands-on testing and documentation skills
• Use of electronic test equipment
• RF system knowledge
• Quality documentation and inspection form familiarity

Benefits

• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Medical Insurance to Include HSA, FSA, and DFSA Plans
• Life and AD&D coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions
• 160 Hours of Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 12 (Floating) Holidays
• Educational Assistance
• Highly Competitive Salary