Electromagnetics - Engineer

General Dynamics Electric Boat • Groton, CT

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Electromagnetics group is seeking a professional in the areas of Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Control. Successful candidates will support EMC and ESD work for all electrical systems on all submarine platforms.
EMC responsibilities include analysis of electromagnetic coupling and potential electromagnetic interference (EMI) problems on submarine systems, EMC testing, determination of EMC test requirements for system procurement specifications, and shipboard system testing/troubleshooting.
ESD responsibilities include development and implementation of ESD requirements via the company-wide ESD control program, technical evaluations for potentially damaged equipment, and deckplate support for ESD issues/concerns that arise.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Physics
• 5+ years of related experience in electromagnetic/electrical
• Ability to obtain a Secret DoD security clearance
• Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Skills that permit independent functioning without significant oversight

Nice To Haves

• Electromagnetic analysis/evaluation/modeling
• Electromagnetic hands-on testing (DoD or commercial), including familiarity with oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, function generators, and other general electrical test equipment
• Evaluate and recommend materials, components, and design modifications to improve EMC/EMI performance based on analysis and testing results
• Collaborate with design and development teams to integrate EMC/EMI considerations into product designs, ensuring optimal performance
• Electrostatic discharge analysis/evaluation/testing/program management
• Practical/theoretical EMC or ESD experience, particularly with requirements associated with MIL-STD-461, DOD-STD-1399 Section 070, NAVSEA S9407-AB-HBK-010, ANSI/ESD S20.20, IEC 61000-4-2, or MIL-STD-1686.
• Familiarity with MATLAB, Opera 3d (or other finite element analysis software), LabVIEW, SPICE-based simulation software, Visual Studio (using Visual Basic-based language), and/or Teamcenter.

Responsibilities

• Analysis of electromagnetic coupling and potential electromagnetic interference (EMI) problems on submarine systems
• EMC testing
• Determination of EMC test requirements for system procurement specifications
• Shipboard system testing/troubleshooting
• Development and implementation of ESD requirements via the company-wide ESD control program
• Technical evaluations for potentially damaged equipment
• Deckplate support for ESD issues/concerns that arise

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior