Quality Control Specialist IV

Ignite Digital is seeking a highly experienced Quality Control Specialist IV to support operations at a Norfolk, VA government facility. This senior‑level specialist will drive quality assurance, engineering support, and technical oversight for complex DoD‑related systems and solutions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all products, services, and processes meet established quality, safety, and performance standards.
• Conduct testing and evaluation of equipment/systems to confirm safe, efficient, and compliant operation.
• Interpret engineering plans, drawings, and material specifications; contribute to design and fabrication of test specimens.
• Prepare shop drawings, design models, and support prototype/test article construction using CAD tools.
• Provide advanced technical expertise to engineering and software teams throughout development and maintenance lifecycles.
• Support DoD C4ISR, logistics, maintenance, and business system initiatives through requirements analysis and quality verification.
• Develop and execute test plans, data analysis activities, operational requirement reviews, and training support.
• Interface with government stakeholders and project leads to ensure alignment with mission objectives and compliance standards.
• Apply recognized industry and public‑sector leadership experience to guide quality assurance best practices.

Required Experience

• 10+ years professional experience solving technical problems in engineering or software development/maintenance environments.
• Active DoW Secret Clearance.
• Practical understanding of engineering concepts and quality assurance methodologies.
• Experience testing equipment to ensure safe and effective operation.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and support design/fabrication of test specimens.
• Skilled in Computer‑Aided Drafting (CAD) and preparation of shop drawings.
• Familiarity with material specifications and fabrication methods.
• Hands‑on experience with software development and/or software maintenance projects.
• Two (2) years specific experience with DoD C4ISR, maintenance, logistics, or business systems.
• Relevant industry experience supporting complex solutions approved by the COR, including three (3) of the following five (5) areas: Systems Requirements, Operational Requirements, Data Analysis, Test & Evaluation, and Training (experience may be simultaneous).
• Recognized expert who has demonstrated industry and/or public‑service leadership in supporting information technology solutions.

Education & Certifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Related military training.
• Trade/industrial school graduate.

Pay

$120k+ to align with education and experience.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits, including PTO.
• Education stipends and referral bonuses.
• Compelling work with the U.S. federal government.
• Strong emphasis on volunteer and community engagement.
• Opportunity to shape the future of the industry.
• Supportive colleagues and management who invest in your growth.