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Drive Innovation in Aerospace: Join Our Team as an Electromagnetic Compatibility Engineer!

Summary:

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a **highly experienced Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Engineer** to join our team, partnering with a **global leader in the aerospace industry** . This is your opportunity to make a critical impact by ensuring the safety, reliability, and electromagnetic integrity of cutting-edge defense and commercial derivative aircraft programs. This role supports major aerospace Defense, Space & Security projects, including the **US E-7A, VC-25B, and KC-46A Tanker** .

**Location:** San Antonio, TX (onsite)

**Alternate hiring locations:** Oklahoma City, OK or Titusville, FL

**Type:** Full-Time, Consultant (12 months)

**Schedule:** Monday–Friday, First Shift (Start between 6 AM–9 AM)

**Pay Rate:** Starting at $63.31/hour-$77.00

What You’ll Do

As an EMC Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in developing, testing, and validating **Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3)** requirements that integrate advanced systems into complex aerospace platforms. Your work will ensure continued airworthiness and mission readiness for key defense and commercial aircraft.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Lead complex **trade studies, modeling, simulation, and analysis** to optimize designs for E3 performance.

+ Achieve **electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)** across systems, wiring, and structures.

+ Partner with manufacturing teams and suppliers to ensure system-level compatibility.

+ Support project management through **budget, schedule, and work statement development** .

+ Apply EMI engineering expertise to **troubleshoot and resolve complex issues** .

+ Conduct and review **EMI/EMC qualification testing** in accordance with aerospace standards (MIL-STD-461/464, DO-160).

+ Communicate findings and technical results across internal teams and external review boards.

What You Bring

Required Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s degree in **engineering, engineering technology, physics, or a related field** .

+ **5+ years of experience** in Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) or related engineering roles.

+ Strong understanding of **RF isolation, shielding, grounding, and filtering** principles.

+ **Must be eligible to obtain a Security Clearance.**

+ Willingness to travel up to **25%** as needed. **This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.**

Preferred Qualifications:

+ ABET-accredited **Bachelor’s or Master’s/PhD in Electrical Engineering** .

+ Active U.S. Security Clearance.

+ Experience in the **aerospace or defense industry** .

+ Working knowledge of **MIL-STD-461/464** , **DO-160** , and **aircraft-level E3 test methods** .

+ Experience with **RF systems** , **EMI qualification testing** , and **computational E3 analytical tools** .

+ Familiarity with **electrical bonding best practices** for E3 compliance.

Why Join Us

At PDS Tech Commercial, you’ll be part of a team that values **technical excellence, collaboration, and innovation** . You’ll contribute directly to projects that define the future of aerospace defense and connectivity. We provide:

+ Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

+ The opportunity to work on **high-visibility defense programs** with a world-class aerospace leader.

+ A professional, fast-paced environment that fosters **growth and problem-solving** .

+ A culture built on **integrity, teamwork, and continuous learning** .

Take Your Engineering Expertise to New Heights

If you’re ready to advance your career in electromagnetic compatibility and work on some of the most sophisticated aircraft in the world, **apply today** to join PDS Tech Commercial and make your mark on aerospace innovation.

**Pay Details:** $63.31 to $77.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

+ The California Fair Chance Act

+ Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

+ Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

+ San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

**Massachusetts Candidates Only:** It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.