EMI​/EMC Analysis, Design, and Test Engineer - Space Exploration Avionics Systems

EMI/EMC Analysis, Design, and Test Engineer - Space Exploration Avionics Systems

Role at Amentum.

• Report directly to the Electronics and Electrical Section Manager as part of a group of 45 other Electronics and Electrical Engineers.
• Work with NASA engineers and industry partners to support spaceflight avionics systems.
• Assist in planning, executing, and analyzing EMI/EMC tests on electronic hardware at NASA JSC and external facilities.
• Contribute to test plans, procedures, and reports, while learning from experienced EMI/EMC engineers.
• Support design reviews, risk assessments, and system integration across avionics, power, RF, and mechanical teams.
• Gain hands‑on experience with test equipment, circuit design reviews, and EMI/EMC compliance methods.
• Learn and apply industry and NASA standards (e.g., MIL‑STD‑461) to real‑world projects.

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Engineering (or Physics) with 5‑15 years of related experience.
• Relevant coursework in electromagnetic fields and/or electronic design.
• Passionate, self‑motivated, kind individual who works well with others.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills; ability to work in a team environment across multiple disciplines.
• Proof of U.S. citizenship or U.S. permanent residency may be required, and a U.S. government background investigation is required.

• Master of Science or PhD degree.
• Experience with space, military, or commercial EMI/EMC design, test planning, execution, and mitigation.
• Sound knowledge of EMI/EMC compliance design and testing per MIL‑STD‑461 and MIL‑STD‑464.
• General knowledge and basic hands‑on experience with related EMI/EMC laboratory test equipment (Spectrum Analyzers, RF Amplifiers, Signal Generators, EMI Receivers, Antennas, Directional Couplers, Power Meters).
• Ability to specify electronic system test hardware such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, logic analyzers, function generators, electronic load banks, power supplies, power analyzers, and network components.
• Basic understanding of RF design, circuit theory, and electromagnetic principles (shielding, filters, magnetics, microwaves, antennas).
• Understanding of key EMC problem areas: radiated emissions, electrostatic discharge (ESD), susceptibility to RF fields, power disturbances, internal crosstalk.
• Experience reviewing schematics, PCB layouts, and mechanical designs for electromagnetic design mitigation.
• Experience with satellite space systems or spacecraft vehicle design and test.
• Ability to create test plans and write test reports per customer requirements.
• Certification in iNARTE EMC/EMI engineer or similar.
• Experience with filtering, bonding, grounding, shielding methods for EMI/EMC performance and compliance.
• Experience with analysis tools such as SPICE, MATLAB, Simulink, Mathcad, LabVIEW, and other EMI/EMC simulation and analysis tools.
• Experience generating EMI/EMC Control and Verification Plans.
• Previous experience with NASA spaceflight project development.
• Experience in MIL‑STD analysis of EMI testing results, both radiated and conducted emissions and susceptibility.
• Experience in EMI test setups, including required support equipment and knowledge of chamber test antennas, test electronic equipment, bonding/grounding setups.
• Experience in charging analysis of corona effects, plasma effects, lightning protection, bonding and grounding techniques.
• Proficiency in MS Office programs (MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, One Note, Outlook).

• Excellent personal and professional career growth.
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable.
• Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch).
• Much, much more.

Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and appropriate dress, without causing safety risk or hazard to the employee or others.

Generally an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (approximately 90% of the time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (approximately 5% of the time).

Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

Regular attendance in accordance with the established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation.