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Satellite EMI/EMC Lead Engineer

Englewood, Colorado
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Overview

General Atomics pioneers technologies with the potential to change the world. Behind a talented global team of engineers, GA delivers safe, sustainable, and economical solutions to meet growing global demands. Our Engineers have an opportunity to work on first of a kind product lines within an incredible, dynamic environment.

Engineering positions typically require a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience. Candidates from mechanical, electrical, and aerospace engineering backgrounds must know the fundamentals of engineering system developments, requirements, testing, and integration before getting to the final stages of customer interface and project management.

  • Schedule: Full-Time Salary

  • Job Level: Senior (8+ years)

  • Travel: 0 - 25

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Job ID 50926BR Company General Atomics Experience Level Senior (8+ years) Job Title Satellite EMI/EMC Lead Engineer City Englewood State Colorado Workstyle Onsite Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Salary Salary Range $116,480 - $208,505

Job Summary General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

Whether a specific satellite for a specific mission or a constellation of interconnected spacecraft, the GA-EMS Space Systems team is re-defining how customers can access the possibilities of space. GA-EMS offers modular and scalable satellite platforms backed with a history of operational flight experience to support defense, civil, commercial, and academic mission requirements.

General Atomics is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Satellite EMI/EMC Lead Engineer to join our team in the Space Systems group. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and managing electromagnetic interference (EMI) risks in the design, development, and testing of advanced satellite systems. This role is critical to ensuring the performance, reliability, and compliance of satellite systems with industry and government standards.

The successful candidate will report to the Space Systems Electrical Engineering Manager and, alongside a team of expert engineers, will play a key role in supporting the development and engineering of cutting-edge satellite and space systems, advanced sensors, high-energy lasers, photonic devices, motors and drives, defense products, and other innovative technologies within GA-EMS’s expanding portfolio.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Lead the design, analysis, and testing of satellite systems to ensure compliance with EMI/EMC requirements across all mission phases.
  • Develop and implement EMI/EMC control plans, including grounding, shielding, filtering, and bonding strategies.
  • Perform electromagnetic interference and compatibility analyses, including radiated and conducted emissions and susceptibility testing.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate EMI/EMC risks during design, integration, and testing phases.
  • Conduct reviews of requirements, design, and test procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards (e.g., MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-464, NASA-STD-4003).
  • Support the integration and testing of satellite subsystems and payloads, including the development of EMI/EMC test plans, procedures, and execution in laboratory and flight environments.
  • Provide technical leadership during EMI/EMC troubleshooting and resolution efforts, including root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation, including EMI/EMC analyses, test reports, and compliance certifications.
  • Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and advancements in EMI/EMC mitigation techniques, and proactively identify opportunities for innovation.
  • Function in an advisory or leadership role for a project/program and provide planning, direction, and oversight to less experienced professional staff or teams in technical efforts involving EMI/EMC engineering for space-based electronics and sensors.
  • Represent the company as a prime technical contact on EMI/EMC-related contracts and/or projects and interact with senior external personnel on technical matters requiring coordination between organizations.
  • Perform other duties as assigned or required.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications:Education:
  • Typically requires a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree, or PhD in electrical engineering, physics, or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows: six or more years of experience with a bachelor’s degree, four or more years of experience with a master’s degree, or two or more years with a PhD. Equivalent engineering experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
​​​​​​​Required Experience:
  • Proven expertise in EMI/EMC engineering for satellite systems, including analysis, design, and testing.
  • Familiarity with industry standards and guidelines such as MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-464, NASA-STD-4003, and FCC regulations.
  • Experience with EMI/EMC simulation tools (e.g., CST Studio Suite, Ansys HFSS) and test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and EMI receivers.
  • Demonstrated ability to guide designs through development, integration, and production phases while ensuring compliance with EMI/EMC requirements.
Desired Skills:
  • Experience with PCB design tools (e.g., Altium, PADS) and circuit simulation tools (e.g., SPICE).
  • Proficiency in signal and power integrity analysis tools (e.g., HyperLynx, Ansys SI tools).
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to develop innovative solutions to complex EMI/EMC challenges.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to effectively interface with other departments, customers, government representatives, and professionals.
  • Capable of representing the organization as a prime technical contact and providing technical leadership on EMI/EMC-related issues.
  • Customer-focused and able to formulate plans based on the development of innovative designs to resolve advanced technical engineering problems.
  • Must be able to work independently or in a team environment and prepare and conduct detailed technical presentations and reviews for all levels of management, customers, and government representatives.
Security Clearance:
  • Active and current TS/SCI clearance is required.

Salary:$116,480 - $208,505
Travel Percentage Required 0 - 25 Relocation Assistance Provided Provided US Citizenship Required? Yes Clearance Required? Yes Clearance Level Senior (8+ years)
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Benefits

  • Healthcare

  • Pension, 401(k)/Retirement Plans

  • Competitive Pay

  • Multiple product lines means a variety of work

  • Paid Time Off

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