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L3HHCM20

Lead, EMI/EMC Engineer

Salt Lake City, UT

$153K - $160K/yr

Lead, EMI/EMC Engineer Job Code: 40709 Job Location: Salt Lake City, Utah Job Schedule: 9/80 ... electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standards and support technical activities throughout the ...

L3HHCM20

Sr. Specialist, EMI/EMC Engineer

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$103K - $134K/yr

... EMI), Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC), Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3), Lightning effects, EMP and HEMP. * Experience with common lab equipment, such as: Oscilloscopes, Spectrum ...

Caltech

EMC Engineer

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$97K - $160K/yr

Job Summary We are seeking an Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and Radio Frequency Interference ... Caltech is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. To read more Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) go to eeoc ...

Astrolab

EMC Engineer

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$135K - $187K/yr

EMC Engineer Department: Avionics Employment Type: Full Time Location: Hawthorne, California ... focus on electromagnetic compatibility, in-space charging effects, and interdisciplinary ...

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As of Jul 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for independent contractor electromagnetic compatibility emc engineer in the United States is $94,030.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $77,500.00 and $108,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectIndependent Contractor Electromagnetic Compatibility Emc EngineerElectromagnetic Compatibility Emc Engineer
CredentialsTypically holds relevant engineering degrees and certifications, such as CE, CISSP, or equivalentSame credentials as contractor, often with additional industry-specific certifications
Work EnvironmentFreelance, project-based, often remote or on-site at client locationsFull-time employment in corporate or manufacturing settings, primarily on-site
Employer & Industry UsageWorks independently for multiple clients across industries like electronics, aerospace, and defenseEmployed by a company or organization, focusing on product compliance and testing

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Lead, EMI/EMC Engineer

L3HHCM20

Salt Lake City, UT

$153K - $160K/yr

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Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Lead, EMI/EMC Engineer

Job Code: 40709

Job Location: Salt Lake City, Utah

Job Schedule: 9/80- employees work 9 out of every 14 days- totaling 80 hours- with every other Friday off 

Job Description

L3Harris in Salt Lake City, Utah, is seeking a skilled EMI/EMC Electrical Engineer to join our growing team. As a key member of our engineering organization, you will contribute to the architecture, analysis, testing, and documentation of products supporting a variety of defense programs. Working under limited supervision, you will ensure our products comply with electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standards and support technical activities throughout the design and test lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3/EMI/EMC) requirements are understood and integrated into product design, planning, testing, and documentation in compliance with applicable standards (e.g., MIL-STD-461).
  • Support technical reviews and contribute to design activities at both the system and sub-system level, including:
    • Component partitioning, packaging, and cable design (internal/external)
    • Grounding and isolation approaches
    • Schematic review and CCA layout for EMI considerations
    • Conducting trade studies and basic simulations relevant to EMI/EMC
  • Execute engineering tasks for product design, test, and troubleshooting to support compliance with E3 requirements.
  • Assist in developing EMI control plans, test procedures, and test reports.
  • Prepare and maintain required documentation in support of product certification and engineering release needs.
  • Participate in laboratory and chamber test activities, including equipment setup and data collection.
  • Interface occasionally with customers and stakeholders to clarify technical requirements and test results.
  • Support proposal efforts for new business opportunities related to EMI/EMC requirements.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a US Security Clearance (Secret or higher)

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree (preferably in Electrical Engineering) and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience. 

Preferred Additional Skills

  • Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in EMI/EMC engineering roles
  • Solid working knowledge of EMI/EMC design concepts, including shielding, source suppression, grounding, and containment at PCB, subassembly, and system levels
  • Experience designing to and/or testing against MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-464, and applicable commercial standards
  • Familiarity with electromagnetic theory, radiated/conducted emissions, and coupling effects
  • Proficiency in the use of standard test equipment (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, RF amplifiers, EMI probes)
  • Experience with EMC simulation or analysis tools (such as Ansys HFSS, Keysight ADS, SPICE, etc.)
  • Understanding of commercial and military EMC standards (FCC, CE-Mark, RTCA DO-160, DEF-STAN 59-41)
  • Experience contributing to EMI/EMC documentation and certification activities
  • iNARTE certification or equivalent is a plus
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong teamwork and problem-solving abilities

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