SAR Testing Engineer

Vista Compliance Laboratories; San Clemente (CA); On-site; USD 74,280 - 90,787; Full time

Job summary

Vista Compliance Laboratories is seeking a Senior Electronics Engineer for our San Clemente, CA location. The role focuses on EMC and RF testing, evaluation, and supporting non‑technical personnel.

The candidate will lead testing methodologies and automation efforts while ensuring compliance with ISO 17025/17065 and client requirements. The position involves mentoring staff, coordinating with Project Management, R&D, and Product Development, and advancing pre‑ and full‑compliance testing in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS or related field; 1 year of professional Electronics Engineer experience.
• Advanced EMC/RF testing techniques – expertise in global compliance standards and methodologies.
• Automation scripting – skilled in Python for automating testing processes and data analysis.
• Test equipment operation – proficiency in using advanced instruments for EMC and RF testing.
• Technical report analysis – strong ability to validate and refine compliance test reports.
• Quality system expertise – deep knowledge of ISO 17025 and ISO 17065 standards.
• Engineering design evaluation – competent in reviewing schematics and layouts for compliance.
• Accreditation management – experience overseeing equipment calibration and assessment processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of advanced testing methodologies for EMC and RF compliance in alignment with global certification standards.
• Oversee the creation and optimization of automation frameworks and scripts (e.g., Python) to enhance testing efficiency, data analysis, and reporting processes.
• Act as the primary liaison for high‑level customer interactions, including defining complex test plans, resolving technical challenges, and aligning test strategies with client needs.
• Supervise and mentor a team of Test Engineers and laboratory staff to ensure compliance projects are executed to the highest standards.
• Drive the execution of pre‑compliance and full‑compliance testing, ensuring adherence to regulatory and client‑specific requirements.
• Review, validate, and provide final approval for comprehensive technical reports and certification documentation.
• Manage the lab’s quality assurance systems, including ISO 17025 and ISO 17065 certifications, and spearhead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct detailed technical evaluations of engineering designs, schematics, and layouts for compliance with industry standards and certification guidelines.
• Lead customer audits of laboratory operations, ensuring best practices and compliance benchmarks are met.
• Stay ahead of emerging technologies and evolving industry standards, incorporating new methods into testing workflows.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including Project Management, R&D, and Product Development, to resolve technical and compliance‑related challenges.
• Oversee the laboratory’s accreditation processes, including planning and executing assessments, equipment calibration, and internal audits.
• Provide strategic guidance during external and internal audits, representing the laboratory in discussions on quality management and technical excellence.
• Deliver advanced training sessions and workshops to internal teams on compliance standards, testing protocols, and quality systems.

Skills

EMC/RF testing

Python automation

Test equipment operation

Technical report analysis

ISO 17025/17065 knowledge

Schematics/layout evaluation

Accreditation management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Python

Job description

Senior Electronics Engineer

Vista Compliance Laboratories is an independent testing and product certification service provider located in Orange County. We are searching for a Senior Electronics Engineer at our San Clemente, CA location.

Vista Labs provides compliance testing services for wireless and electrical electronic products and helps customers obtain regulatory certifications recognized domestically and internationally. By providing compliance testing services, quality assurance, and globally recognized certifications for products such as cellular devices, household appliances, consumer electronics, wireless/IoT devices, lighting equipment, medical devices, information communications technology, and industrial equipment, we ensure the quality and safety of electrical products and devices used worldwide.

We are always eager to find driven, intelligent, and experienced people to join our fast‑paced and growing team. If you want to be part of a group of skilled, accountable, and collaborative professionals, take a look at our open positions.

Vista Labs is looking for a Senior Electronics Engineer as part of the technical staff to perform Electromagnetic Compatibility and Radio Frequency testing, technical evaluation and review, and provide support to non‑technical personnel. Are you motivated to participate in a multi‑tasking environment? Are you seeking a position where you can use your skills while continuing to be challenged and learn?

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of advanced testing methodologies for EMC and RF compliance in alignment with global certification standards.
• Oversee the creation and optimization of automation frameworks and scripts (e.g., Python) to enhance testing efficiency, data analysis, and reporting processes.
• Act as the primary liaison for high‑level customer interactions, including defining complex test plans, resolving technical challenges, and aligning test strategies with client needs.
• Supervise and mentor a team of Test Engineers and laboratory staff to ensure compliance projects are executed to the highest standards.
• Drive the execution of pre‑compliance and full‑compliance testing, ensuring adherence to regulatory and client‑specific requirements.
• Review, validate, and provide final approval for comprehensive technical reports and certification documentation.
• Manage the lab’s quality assurance systems, including ISO 17025 and ISO 17065 certifications, and spearhead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct detailed technical evaluations of engineering designs, schematics, and layouts for compliance with industry standards and certification guidelines.
• Lead customer audits of laboratory operations, ensuring best practices and compliance benchmarks are met.
• Stay ahead of emerging technologies and evolving industry standards, incorporating new methods into testing workflows.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including Project Management, R&D, and Product Development, to resolve technical and compliance‑related challenges.
• Oversee the laboratory’s accreditation processes, including planning and executing assessments, equipment calibration, and internal audits.
• Provide strategic guidance during external and internal audits, representing the laboratory in discussions on quality management and technical excellence.
• Deliver advanced training sessions and workshops to internal teams on compliance standards, testing protocols, and quality systems.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field; at least 1 year of professional experience as an Electronics Engineer or related role.
• Advanced EMC/RF testing techniques – expertise in global compliance standards and methodologies.
• Automation scripting – skilled in Python for automating testing processes and data analysis.
• Test equipment operation – proficiency in using advanced instruments for EMC and RF testing.
• Technical report analysis – strong ability to validate and refine compliance test reports.
• Quality system expertise – deep knowledge of ISO 17025 and ISO 17065 standards.
• Engineering design evaluation – competent in reviewing schematics and layouts for compliance.
• Accreditation management – experience overseeing equipment calibration and assessment processes.
• Employers will accept any suitable combination of education, training, or experience. Employer will accept a bachelor’s degree (or foreign equivalent) in one of the requisite fields followed by 1 year of experience as an Electronics Engineer or related.

Additional Information

• Work Time: M‑F; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. 40 hrs./week.
• Salary: $82,534 per annum.
• To apply please mention Job Code S01 and send resumes to Vista Laboratories Inc. Company Address: 1261 Puerta Del Sol, San Clemente, CA 92673. Contact: David Zhang.

Vista Compliance Laboratories is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.