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Senior EMI-EMC Test Engineer

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In-Office
Long Beach, CA, USA
148K-249K Annually
Senior level
In-Office
Long Beach, CA, USA
148K-249K Annually
Senior level
Lead and execute EMI/EMC development and qualification testing for spacecraft and components using MIL-STD-461/DO-160/CISPR methods. Develop test procedures, perform measurements (bonding resistance, shielding effectiveness, fields, RF voltages/currents), manage test resources and calibration, support on-site and remote testing, and communicate test purpose and results to hardware teams.
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Vast is developing next-generation space stations and space infrastructure using an incremental, hardware-rich, and low-cost approach. Vast is rapidly developing its multi-module Haven Station to ensure a continuous human presence in space for America and its allies, enabling advanced microgravity research and manufacturing, and unlocking a new space economy for government, corporate, and private customers. Haven Demo’s 2025 success made Vast the only operational commercial space station company to fly and operate its own spacecraft. Next, Haven-1 is expected to become the world’s first commercial space station when it launches in 2027, followed by additional Haven modules. Additionally, the company recently announced Vast Satellite, a high-power satellite product line leveraging its space station components and the heritage of Haven Demo.

Headquartered in Long Beach, California, and with more than 1,000 employees and over a billion dollars in private capital, Vast has built the facilities required to manufacture and operate America’s next space station. The company plans to develop future habitats and systems for the Moon and Mars, dedicated space stations for government partners, and other crewed systems that will unlock the expanding long-term space economy.

Vast is looking for a Senior EMI-EMC Test Engineer, reporting to the Senior Manager, EMI-EMC, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of human-rated space stations.

This will be a full-time, exempt position located in our Long Beach location. 

Responsibilities: 

  • Implement tailored MIL-STD-461 test methods and test requirements at our on-site EMC test facility and at remote locations.
  • Develop EMI-EMC test procedures and methodology used at Vast.
  • Perform EMI-EMC development and qualification test of Vast spacecraft and components.
  • Perform measurements such as, bonding resistance, shielding effectiveness, magnetic & electric field strength, RF voltage & current using laboratory test equipment.
  • Manage test resources such as equipment and facilities with scheduling tools and calibration process.
  • Contribute to a culture of extreme ownership by understanding the purpose of EMC tests, explaining that purpose clearly to hardware engineers and leaders, and how the tests relate to our application of human rated spacecraft.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Associate’s Degree in electrical engineering, physics, or related STEM discipline.
  • 4+ years of experience working in EMI/EMC test related role.
  • Deep understanding of MIL-STD-461, DO-160, CISPR or similar EMC test standards.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in electrical engineering, physics, or related STEM discipline.
  • In depth knowledge of laboratory test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, power meters, signal generators, oscilloscopes, voltage & current probes, conducted susceptibility waveform generators, milliohm & megaohm meters, etc.
  • Experience working with spacecraft and flight hardware in a cleanroom or payload integration environment.
  • Experience with test equipment automation in TILE!, ELEKTRA, or Python.
  • Strong sense of accountability and integrity with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to teach people of a multitude of education and industry backgrounds about EMI-EMC test.

Additional Requirements:

  • Ability to travel up to 20% of the time.
  • Willingness to work overtime, or weekends to support critical mission milestones.
  • Ability to lift up to 25lbs unassisted.

Pay Range: 

  • Senior EMI-EMC Test Engineer: $147,600 - $209,520
  • Staff EMI-EMC Test Engineer: $175,480 - $249,096
Pay Range: California
$147,600—$249,096 USD

We calibrate level and compensation to the selected candidate's experience and demonstrated capability. We welcome applicants across a range of experience levels to apply.

 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Base salary will vary depending on job-related knowledge, education, skills, experience, business needs, and market demand. Salary is just one component of our comprehensive compensation package. Full-time employees also receive company equity, as well as access to a full suite of compelling benefits and perks, including: medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, generous paid time off; up to 20+ days of vacation for exempt staff and up to 10+ days of vacation for non-exempt staff with the ability to cash-out unused vacation annually, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, ClassPass credits, personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health, and other discounts and perks. We also take pride in offering exceptional food perks, with snacks, drip coffee & onsite barista, cold drinks, and dinner meals remaining free of charge, and lunch subsidized as part of Vast’s ongoing commitment to providing high-quality meals for employees.


U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS
The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. This status includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Vast is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Vast is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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