2026 Electromagnetics Effects Engineer
Core
Provide scientific and engineering support for electromagnetic environmental effects, interference (EMI), and compatibility (EMC) to ensure spacecraft and launch vehicles are protected from harmful electromagnetic environments.
Role type
Electromagnetics Effects Engineer
Builds
Test-based solutions for launch vehicle and spacecraft electromagnetic and radiofrequency protection
Domain
Aerospace, Defense, Electromagnetics, Radiofrequency Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
applied electromagnetics, microwave engineering, radiofrequency engineering, antenna theory, calculus-based electromagnetism, test equipment operation, data analysis
Preferred skills
MATLAB, Python, LabVIEW, TILE!, EMC32, electronic warfare (EW), directed energy (DE), radiofrequency interference (RFI), signals intelligence (SIGINT), radar cross section (RCS), radio astronomy, EMI/EMC test standards
Technologies
signal generators, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, oscilloscopes, antennas, MATLAB, Python, LabVIEW, TILE!, EMC32
Responsibilities
Design, build, and perform laboratory and field experiments for electromagnetic protection; perform electromagnetic and radiofrequency testing and analyze results; travel to launch ranges and factories for testing and troubleshooting; support evaluation and improvement of spacecraft and launch vehicle electromagnetic design; participate in conceptual design, requirement development, and anomaly root-cause analysis
Seniority
Entry-level (0-1 years experience)
