EMC Laboratory Manager

Who We Are

AMS Corporation is a nuclear engineering services company based in Knoxville, Tennessee, with a mission to ensure the safe operation of the worldwide nuclear fleet. Founded in 1977 as a spinoff of Oak Ridge National Laboratory and the University of Tennessee, AMS has nearly 50 years of experience developing innovative testing technologies and engineering solutions that help nuclear facilities maintain safe, reliable, and compliant instrumentation and control (I&C) systems.

What We Do

AMS supports nuclear facilities worldwide with specialized expertise in years in the areas of instrumentation and control (I&C) system testing, digital I&C qualification, EMI/RFI troubleshooting, cable aging management, nuclear instrumentation system troubleshooting, wireless technology implementation, rod control system testing, online monitoring for condition-based maintenance, and custom data acquisition equipment development. Our engineers work across all U.S. nuclear power plants and many in Europe and Asia as well as research reactors and national security installations to ensure systems perform safely, reliably, and in full compliance with regulatory requirements.

What It’s Like to Work Here

At AMS, you’ll join a collaborative team of experts across nuclear, electrical, mechanical, computer, and materials engineering. We invest heavily in research and development, encourage creativity in problem-solving, and provide hands‑on opportunities to contribute from day one. Many employees build long careers here because they’re able to learn continuously, take on diverse technical challenges, and work in an environment guided by teamwork, respect, and shared purpose.

As the EMC Laboratory Manager
, you are responsible for the technical excellence, operational execution, and continuous advancement of AMS’s EMC capabilities in support of nuclear power plant safety and reliability.

You will:

• Own the end‑to‑end performance of the EMC lab
• Ensure flawless execution of testing, reporting, and QA processes
• Drive speed, efficiency, and innovation in EMC services
• Lead and develop a team that operates with precision, accountability, and urgency

What You’ll Do

Technical Leadership and Authority

• Serve as the subject matter expert in EMC qualification, including deep understanding of MIL‑STD‑461, IEC 61000, and nuclear qualification requirements
• Answer and resolve complex technical questions in real time, including troubleshooting and interpretation of standards
• Review and approve test plans, procedures, and reports (standard and custom)
• Evaluate data for technical accuracy, defensibility, and correctness

Laboratory Operations and Execution

• Lead day‑to‑day lab operations, including scheduling, coordination, and resource allocation in collaboration with supervisory staff
• Plan and manage team activities at a detailed level, including weekly planning and task accountability
• Ensure work is completed on time, within scope, and to AMS quality standards

Quality Assurance and Compliance

• Maintain compliance with ISO/IEC 17025, A2LA, and 10 CFR 50 Appendix B requirements
• Lead and support internal and external audits
• Ensure documentation, procedures, and testing activities meet QA standards
• Audit internal personnel performing EMC testing

Calibration, Equipment, and Asset Management

• Own the calibration program and ensure all equipment remains within calibration
• Manage equipment rentals, tracking, dedication, and return logistics
• Identify and address equipment capability gaps

Process Improvement and Automation

• Improve testing efficiency and reporting workflows
• Develop and implement systems to automate repetitive processes
• Collaborate with or directly support software/tool development where applicable

Field Execution and Flexibility

• Perform EMC testing independently in lab and field environments, including nuclear plants
• Adapt standard testing methods to unique or non‑standard conditions
• Perform advanced testing such as insertion loss and impedance analysis
• Lead EMI troubleshooting activities to bring systems into compliance with emissions and immunity test standards
• Analyze equipment and test results to provide engineering justifications when…