Vast · 1 week ago
Senior EMI-EMC Engineer
Vast is dedicated to advancing space exploration by building artificial gravity space stations. The Senior EMI-EMC Engineer will support the development of systems required for the design and build of these human-rated space stations, focusing on EMI-EMC requirements and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Defense & Space
Responsibilities
Development of EMI-EMC requirements for Vast spacecraft and components
Derivation and distribution of EMI & in space environmental requirements
Implement tailored industry standards for Vast spacecraft and avionics
Work directly with cross functional teams to guide best practices for EMI-EMC design & test
Perform analysis & measurement on avionics sub-circuits, components, and systems to enhance our understanding of EMI-EMC performance & risk as well as generate launch provider deliverables
Support EMI-EMC qualification test of Vast spacecraft and components
Contribute to a culture of extreme ownership by understanding and articulating to others how EMI relates to all subsystems and disciplines in human rated spacecraft
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in electrical engineering, physics, or related STEM discipline
2+ years of experience working in EMI/EMC/Physics related role
Preferred
MS in electrical engineering, physics, or related STEM discipline
Experience in EMI/EMC, in space charging for spacecraft, triboelectrification, grounding & bonding
Prior experience in an electronics or electrical systems design role
Experience with software development in Matlab, Python, etc
Experience with digital communications standards such as Ethernet, RS-422, PCIe, GMII, etc
Experience with MIL-STD-461 compliance test (procedures, facilities, equipment, etc)
Experience developing software for electronic test equipment automation
Background in electromagnetics, ionizing radiation, and plasma effects on spacecraft systems
Strong sense of accountability and integrity with excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to effectively communicate with cross disciplinary teams
Benefits
100% medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents
Flexible paid time off for exempt staff and up to 10 days of vacation for non-exempt staff
Paid parental leave
Short and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
One Medical membership
ClassPass credits
Personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health
Other discounts and perks
Exceptional food perks, with snacks, drip coffee, cold drinks, and dinner meals remaining free of charge
Lunch subsidized as part of Vast’s ongoing commitment to providing high-quality meals for employees
Company
Vast
Vast is developing next-generation space stations to ensure continuous human presence in space for America and its allies, enabling advanced microgravity research and manufacturing, and unlocking a new space economy for government, corporate, and private customers.
Funding
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