JOB TITLE: Electrophysics Engineer/Scientist 4 - Electromagnetic Compatibility
LOCATION: San Antonio, TX
PAY RATE: $87/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)

• Clearance: Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.

• Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

• Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

• Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?

• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary: 

• Perform complex trade studies, modeling, simulations, and other analyses to predict component, interconnect, and system performance, optimizing designs for E3 (Electromagnetic Environmental Effects) performance.

• Work under minimal direction to ensure Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) of electronics, wiring, and structural components.

• Interface with manufacturing teams to address complex E3 design aspects and coordinate with suppliers to ensure system-level compatibility.

• Report technical progress, issues, and resolutions to program management and customers.

• Support project management by developing work statements, budgets, schedules, and conducting appropriate reviews.

• Develop and implement test automation for aircraft modifications.

• Apply EMI engineering expertise to document and resolve complex technical challenges.

• Conduct analyses, modeling, and simulation to optimize component and system performance.

• Apply conversion, correction, and antenna factors to EMI/EMC analyses and tests.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and present findings in technical review boards.

• Compile engineering data into comprehensive reports, tables, and visual summaries.

Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.

• Bachelor’s degree and 9+ years of related experience, or Master’s degree with 7+ years of experience, or Ph.D. with 4+ years of experience.

• Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or Chemistry from an accredited program.

• Strong understanding of electromagnetic concepts, including RF isolation, shielding, grounding, and filtering.

• Willingness to travel up to 25% as required.

• 7+ years of related work experience (Expert Level).

• Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the defense or aerospace industry.

• Knowledge of MIL-STD-461/464 and/or DO-160 EMI/EMC standards.

• Prior experience with Aerospace Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3).

• Experience with EMI qualification testing for aircraft LRUs, including reviewing procedures and test reports.

• Familiarity with aircraft-level E3 requirements and test methods within MIL-STD-464.

• Knowledge of electrical bonding best practices for E3 compliance.

• Background in RF systems and/or computational E3 analytical software tools.

• ABET accreditation preferred but not required.

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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