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Mclaurin Aerospace · 1 month ago

EMI/EMC Engineer/Analyst - Space Exploration Avionics Systems

Houston, TX, USA, 77058

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

2+ years exp

Mclaurin Aerospace is dedicated to advancing human space exploration and is seeking an EMI/EMC Engineer/Analyst to join their JETS II contract team at NASA Johnson Space Center. The role involves supporting spaceflight avionics systems, conducting EMI/EMC tests, and collaborating with NASA engineers and industry partners to ensure compliance with industry standards.

AerospaceTest and Measurement

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

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

Qualification

EMI/EMC testingElectronic systems designRF systems knowledgeMIL-STD-461 knowledgeLab test equipmentPCB layout reviewInterest in spaceflightSPICEMatlabLabVIEWProficient in MS OfficeCommunicationGrowth mindsetTeam collaboration

Required

Typically requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering and a minimum of 2-5 years of experience in the field or in a related area

BS degree or higher in Physics, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field from an accredited institution with 2-10 years of experience

Strong analytical background with solid understanding of electronic systems, electromagnetic principles, or system integration

Hands-on experience or familiarity with lab test equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, RF amplifiers, multimeters, etc)

Excellent communication skills and ability to work within cross-functional engineering teams

A growth mindset and interest in learning EMI/EMC principles and test methods

US Citizenship and the ability to pass a comprehensive security background investigation is required

Preferred

Exposure to or coursework in RF systems, shielding/filtering, grounding, or signal integrity

Understanding of key EMI/EMC concepts such as radiated/conducted emissions, susceptibility, electrostatic discharge (ESD), and crosstalk

Experience reviewing schematics, PCB layouts from academic or professional projects

Familiarity with tools like SPICE, Matlab/Simulink, LabVIEW, and EMI simulation tools

Knowledge of MIL-STD-461 or other EMI/EMC test and design standards

Interest in working in spaceflight environments (avionics, spacecraft systems)

Exposure to systems integration or multi-disciplinary engineering teams

Proficient in MS Office programs, particularly MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, OneNote and Outlook

Benefits

Competitive pay

Positive work-life balance

100% Employer paid insurance including: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, and long-term disability

11 paid holidays annually

Generous PTO

401k after 12 months of service with employer match

Education assistance

Relocation assistance (if applicable)