Electronic Test Technicians (Level II-IV) (Avionics & RF Systems)

Location: Poway, CA, US 92064; onsite role

Salary: $56,200–$83,200 per year

Company

hirify.global provides staffing and technical employment opportunities, including assignments supporting specialized engineering and electronics operations.

What you will do

• Set up, perform, and analyze experiments and tests according to formal product test procedures.
• Record accurate test results and findings in product test records.
• Diagnose faults in complex electronic systems down to the printed wiring assembly and component level.
• Test and troubleshoot RF systems, communications equipment, amplifiers, filters, oscillators, and mixers.
• Operate DMMs, oscilloscopes, power supplies, function generators, LabVIEW, and programming tools including ICD 2/3/4, CPLD, and J-link.
• Repair electrical, electronic, and integrated-circuit assemblies; provide technical guidance and training to junior technicians.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Electronics Technology, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field; equivalent military technical training or professional experience may substitute.
• At least 2 years of professional experience in electronics testing, avionics, or experimental operations.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain an active Department of Defense security clearance.
• Knowledge of basic electronics, including Ohm’s Law, op-amp circuits, and AC/DC conversion.
• Hands-on proficiency with laboratory test equipment, including oscilloscopes, voltmeters, DMMs, signal generators, and LabVIEW.
• Strong working knowledge of RF systems, communications hardware, and RF components.
• Ability to interpret complex electronic schematics, mechanical drawings, wire diagrams, and technical manuals.
• High attention to detail, strong communication and interpersonal skills, a collaborative mindset, and flexibility to adapt to changing production priorities.

Nice to have

• Military technical school training in avionics, radar, or communications testing.
• Experience in high-reliability environments involving unusual operating conditions such as high voltage, high energy, or RF transmission.

Culture & Benefits

• Hands-on technical work in an avionics and printed wiring assembly test group.
• Mentorship, guidance, and training responsibilities for junior technicians.
• For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer: major medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and statutory sick pay where required.
• Reasonable accommodations are available during the employment process.
• Equal opportunity employer participating in E-Verify in certain locations.