Vast is looking for an EMI-EMC Test Specialist, reporting to the Senior Manager, EMI-EMC, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations.
This will be a full-time, non-exempt position located in our Long Beach location.
Responsibilities:
- Help build and maintain our EMI-EMC test capabilities from the ground up.
- Support hiring for EMI-EMC technician and engineering roles.
- Implement tailored industry standards for Vast spacecraft and avionics.
- Work directly with cross functional teams to guide best practices for EMI-EMC design & test.
- Develop EMI-EMC test procedures.
- Support EMI-EMC test of Vast spacecraft and components.
- Contribute to a culture of extreme ownership by understanding and articulating to others how EMC relates to all subsystems and disciplines in human rated spacecraft.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 7+ years of experience in an EMI-EMC related role.
- 7+ years of experience in MIL-STD-461 / DO-160 test.
Preferred Skills & Experience:
- Experience with software development for EMI-EMC test automation.
- Experience with space charging for spacecraft, triboelectrification, grounding & bonding.
- Characterization of shielding effectiveness for harnessing and spacecraft structures.
- Electronics prototyping skills such as soldering, breadboarding, troubleshooting with common lab equipment
- Experience with digital communications buses such as Ethernet, RS-422, PCIe, GMII, etc.
- Background in electromagnetics, triboelectrification, and plasma effects in spacecraft systems.
- Strong sense of accountability and integrity with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to effectively communicate with cross disciplinary teams.
Additional Requirements:
- Willingness to work overtime, or weekends to support critical mission milestones.
Pay Range:
EMI-EMC Specialist I: $40-$57/hour
EMI-EMC Specialist II: $44-$63/hour