EMC/EMI Test Specialist (Starlink Aviation)

SpaceX

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Work type: On-site
Location: Woodinville, WA
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TL;DR · EMC/EMI Test Specialist (Starlink Aviation)

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Join the Starlink Aviation team at SpaceX as an EMI/EMC Test Specialist, where you will ensure the performance of Starlink equipment on various aircraft and mobile systems through comprehensive testing at unit, subsystem, and system levels. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve aviation-specific EMI issues, using tools like spectrum analyzers and oscilloscopes while adhering to standards such as FCC Part 15 and MIL-STD-461. Ideal candidates have an associate’s degree or equivalent experience in electronics, proficiency in Python for test logging, and familiarity with CAD systems for drafting fixtures and schematics. This role demands strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

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Python Spectrum Analyzer VNA Power Meter High-Power Amplifier Oscilloscope CAD ISO/IEC 17025 A2LA NVLAP MIL-STD-461 MIL-STD-464 DO-160G FCC Part 15 EN55032 EN 55024/35 EN 61000 MIL-STD-1541

What you'll do

Perform EMC/EMI emission and immunity testing of electrical systems.
Design and fabricate electro-mechanical assemblies and test fixtures from drawings.
Operate spectrum analyzers, VNAs, power meters, high-power amplifiers, and oscilloscopes.
Troubleshoot complex problems independently with minimal direction.
Maintain test equipment and oversee calibration processes.

What we're looking for

1+ years of experience in EMC/EMI testing and working with test fixtures.
Familiarity with FCC Part 15, EN55032, MIL-STD-461, and DO-160G specifications.
Ability to troubleshoot complex issues independently and document results clearly.
Experience operating spectrum analyzers, VNAs, power meters, and oscilloscopes.
Strong communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

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