RF/Microwave QC Technician - On-site

Aptiv (WI); Peabody (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Career development resources

Job summary

Aptiv Interconnect seeks a Quality Control Technician in Peabody, MA. The role focuses on QC inspections across raw materials, in-process, and final products for RF/microwave components.

You will verify tolerances, perform ATP testing, and ensure adherence to quality policies to sustain high reliability in critical applications. The position reports to Joe Russo in the Quality department and offers full-time hourly compensation of $22–$28 with benefits including health coverage and a 401(k)

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in RF inspection.
• Must be able to pass a drug screening test.
• Familiar with IPC 620 and J-STD-001.
• Accurately read and interpret technical blueprints, engineering drawings, and schematics to ensure precise assembly and manufacturing of components.
• Utilize Vector Network Analyzers (VNAs) to measure and analyze S-parameters, impedance, and return loss for RF components.
• Perform visual, functional, and environment-specific ATP testing.
• Perform detailed data verification on FAI reports, ensuring all ballooned print dimensions, material certifications, and special processes are fully validated with supporting objective evidence.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality control inspections on RF and microwave components.
• Interpret technical drawings, understand and apply tolerance requirements.
• Utilize verniers, height gauges, calipers and microscopes.
• Test assemblies using network analyzers.
• Complete acceptance test procedures (ATPs) accurately.
• Support the team in resolving product issues to maintain high quality standards.
• Communicate product issues promptly to team members and management.
• Develop foundational knowledge of all products.
• Understand the functionality of tools required to perform the job.
• Ensure quality by following all applicable policies and procedures.

Skills

RF inspection

Blueprint interpretation

S-parameters analysis

VNA usage

ATP testing

Quality control

Tools

Vector Network Analyzers (VNA)

Job description

Aptiv Interconnect seeks a Quality Control Technician in Peabody, MA. The role focuses on QC inspections across raw materials, in-process, and final products for RF/microwave components.

You will verify tolerances, perform ATP testing, and ensure adherence to quality policies to sustain high reliability in critical applications. The position reports to Joe Russo in the Quality department and offers full-time hourly compensation of $22–$28 with benefits including health coverage and a 401(k)