Sr. Electrical Engineer (EMC)

Amentum•Huntsville, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The EMC Engineer provides Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) engineering support to the ES31 RF, E3 & GN&C Branch within the Space Systems Department’s Engineering Directorate, supporting aerospace, avionics, and space hardware applications. Work includes EMC analysis, requirement definition, test planning, and circuit testing and analysis for space or flight hardware and systems. The role may also involve evaluating test and analysis data and waivers related to EMI, electrostatic discharge, corona, grounding, isolation, bonding, and wiring. The engineer may prepare project documentation and contribute to requirement verification and validation, presentations, and trade-study reports or packages. The position is based in an office environment, with domestic U.S. travel required. The normal workday is 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday; minimal overtime may be needed to meet milestones or technical demands.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or Science from an ABET-accredited institution, with applicable experience; the posting specifies a Ph.D. with at least 14 years of experience, an M.S. with at least 18 years, or a B.S. with at least 20–25 years.
Familiarity with MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-462, MIL-STD-464, or equivalent specifications.
Proficiency with common computer operating systems and Microsoft Office software.
U.S. citizenship and a STAR ID are required; proof of U.S. citizenship is required.
Proficiency with mathematical analysis tools such as MATLAB, MathCAD, and Excel.
Proficiency with SPICE software and electromagnetic simulation software such as HFSS, FEKO, or equivalent.
Operational knowledge of EMI laboratory test equipment, including spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, oscilloscopes, and signal generators.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to perform technical tasks independently.
Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, accurately, and in a timely manner, verbally and in writing.
Ability to interact professionally with coworkers, management, and clients.
Ability to work at a computer for extended periods and to sit for extended periods during meetings and desk work.
Ability to use stairs or elevators to access floors and buildings at NASA and company facilities.
Regular attendance and arrangements for delegating duties during absences are required.

Nice To Haves

Experience evaluating test and analysis data and waivers involving EMI, electrostatic discharge, corona, grounding, isolation, bonding, and wiring.
Familiarity with programming languages such as C and Visual Basic.

Responsibilities

Provide E3 engineering support for aerospace, avionics, and space hardware applications.
Perform EMC analysis, define requirements, plan tests, and conduct circuit testing and analysis for space or flight hardware and systems.
Evaluate test and analysis data and waivers concerning EMI, electrostatic discharge, corona, grounding, isolation, bonding, and wiring.
Prepare project documentation and assist with requirement verification and validation.
Prepare or assist with presentations and trade-study reports or packages.
Communicate clearly and accurately with coworkers, management, and clients, including at NASA facilities.
Travel within the United States as required.
Operate general office equipment and use a computer for engineering work and reporting.
Work independently with minimal supervision, make rational decisions, and exercise good judgment.