Full Job Description
Zone 5 Technologies is seeking an Environmental Qualification Engineer specializing in EMI/EMC to lead electromagnetic qualification testing of advanced counter-UAS and missile systems for U.S. Department of Defense programs. This role owns EMI/EMC qualification from test planning through final report - working with design engineering, external test labs, and customers to ensure our systems meet electromagnetic environmental effects (E3) requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and execute EMI/EMC test plans and procedures in compliance with MIL-STD-461 and MIL-STD-464.
• Plan and conduct qualification testing, including conducted and radiated emissions and susceptibility testing.
• Coordinate with external EMI/EMC labs on scheduling, test setup, and test fidelity; serve as the primary technical interface to test houses.
• Build and maintain in-house pre-compliance EMI test capability.
• Lead test setup planning, including harnessing, fixturing, test configurations, and support equipment.
• Troubleshoot EMI/EMC test failures and partner with Electrical Engineering to implement fixes.
• Author test reports and qualification evidence; maintain verification matrices for E3 requirements.
• Support broader environmental qualification testing (e.g., MIL-STD-810, DO-160) as program needs require.
• Support customer test witnessing and present results at reviews.
Qualifications:
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in EMI/EMC testing for aerospace, defense, or high-reliability systems.
• Skills:
• Hands-on expertise with MIL-STD-461 test methods and working knowledge of MIL-STD-464.
• Experience with EMI test equipment (spectrum analyzers, EMI receivers, LISNs, current probes, antennas, amplifiers).
• Ability to diagnose and resolve EMI/EMC issues.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• U.S. Person status required due to export control regulations.
Preferred Qualifications:
• iNARTE or equivalent EMC certification.
• Experience with lightning, ESD, and HERO testing for ordnance and weapon systems.
• Experience with MIL-STD-810 and DO-160 environmental testing.
• Experience qualifying missile systems, guided munitions, or small aerial vehicles.
• Active U.S. security clearance or ability to obtain.
Level III: $121,000 - $164,000/yr.
Level IV: $154,000 - $190,000/yr.
Level V: $177,000 - $210,000/yr.
Pay range for this role
$121,000-$210,000 USD
What's in it for you:
Benefits:
• Competitive total compensation package
• Comprehensive benefit package options include medical, dental, vision, life, and more.
• 401k with company-match
• 3 weeks of paid time off each year
• 40 hours of sick time
• 12 annual company holidays