Senior EMI/EMC Test Engineer
Apply NowCompany: Comtech Telecom
Location: Chandler, AZ 85225
Description:
Title: EMI/EMC & Environmental Test Engineer
Department: Mechanical Engineering / 720
Revision Date: 3/18/2025
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Chandler, AZ
Level: T3
Company Overview
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading global technology company providing terrestrial and wireless network solutions, next-generation 9-1-1 emergency services, satellite and space communications technologies, and cloud-native capabilities to commercial and government customers around the world. Our unique culture of innovation and employee empowerment unleashes a relentless passion for customer success. With multiple facilities located in technology corridors throughout the United States and around the world, Comtech leverages our global presence, technology leadership, and decades of experience to create the world's most innovative communications solutions. For more information, please visit www.comtech.com.
We're seeking curious, growth-minded thinkers to help shape our vision, structures, and systems; playing a key role as we launch into our ambitious future. If you're invigorated by our mission, values, and drive to change the world - we'd love to have you apply.
Purpose:
Under limited supervision, the Senior EMI/EMC Test Engineer will collaborate with Hardware Engineering and Program Technical Lead to bring advanced Satellite Communications products and systems to market. This position is responsible for product reliability and certification testing, including but not limited to Climatic (e.g. Temperature, Humidity, Low Pressure, Rainfall, etc.) and Dynamic conditions (e.g. Vibration, Shock, etc.), product regulatory requirements (e.g. EMC, Safety). The duties of a successful team member include Proof of Design, Risk Mitigation, Proof of Manufacturing, Qualification and Engineering test on operating and non-operating hardware.
Responsibilities:
Able to self-manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously
Able to interact professionally with intracompany organizations including but not limited Test Engineering, Hardware & Software Engineering, and Mechanical CAD
Able to work independently or with specific direction, as required
Experience with Environmental test standards for Commercial, Military and Aerospace applications including but not limited to DO-160, IEC 60068, and MIL-STD-810
Experience with Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) test standards for Commercial, Military and Aerospace applications including but not limited to DO-160, IEC 55032/24 and FCC Part 15
An understanding of Product Safety Standards such as IEC 60950-1, IEC 62368-1, and MIL-STD-822
Programming temperature profiles in Watlow Temperature Controller and dynamic (vibration, shock) profiles in Vibration Research, Data Physics, or similar test controllers
Provide risk assessments based on design concepts or models, and development of design enhancements to address product deficiencies prior to confidence and formal qualification testing
When necessary, travel to local and out of state Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratories (NRTL) to conduct product compliance and reliability testing, including equipment operation/ debug
Review drawings, sketches, parts lists, specifications, mock-ups, and products to integrate with a test fixturing required
Write test plan procedures, report, and contractual (e.g. Contractual Data Requirement List (CDRL) documents, in Microsoft Word according to project data item descriptions (DIDS) provided by Government organizations or formatting defined by Customer and/or Comtech document guidelines
Reports, tracks and monitors product performance, capabilities, and defects to facilitate product improvements
Maintains records and files of documentation
Skills:
Standard PC Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams, etc.)
Must be positive, detail oriented, organized, team oriented and a driven problem solver, multi-tasker, and self-starter with the ability to prioritize and lead in a fast paced, deadline-driven environment
Critical thinking and problem solving skills, planning, and organizing skills, decision-making and time management skills
Ability to perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills
Team player mentality and a positive outlook
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in engineering related field or 10+ years industry related experience.
Previous work experience as a test engineer for a NRTL or third party test organization such as UL or TUV a plus
Minimum four (4) plus years of experience with lab equipment such as Oscilloscopes, Spectrum Analyzers, Ethernet Traffic Generators, Signal Generators, Data Loggers, Power Analyzers and other EMC / Safety test equipment, Test System including Shaker Systems, Temperature/ Humidity Test Chambers and other Environmental test equipment
Hands-on experience troubleshooting radiated and conducted emissions, immunity, mechanical design defect, and component degradation issues
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Department: Mechanical Engineering / 720
Revision Date: 3/18/2025
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Chandler, AZ
Level: T3
Company Overview
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading global technology company providing terrestrial and wireless network solutions, next-generation 9-1-1 emergency services, satellite and space communications technologies, and cloud-native capabilities to commercial and government customers around the world. Our unique culture of innovation and employee empowerment unleashes a relentless passion for customer success. With multiple facilities located in technology corridors throughout the United States and around the world, Comtech leverages our global presence, technology leadership, and decades of experience to create the world's most innovative communications solutions. For more information, please visit www.comtech.com.
We're seeking curious, growth-minded thinkers to help shape our vision, structures, and systems; playing a key role as we launch into our ambitious future. If you're invigorated by our mission, values, and drive to change the world - we'd love to have you apply.
Purpose:
Under limited supervision, the Senior EMI/EMC Test Engineer will collaborate with Hardware Engineering and Program Technical Lead to bring advanced Satellite Communications products and systems to market. This position is responsible for product reliability and certification testing, including but not limited to Climatic (e.g. Temperature, Humidity, Low Pressure, Rainfall, etc.) and Dynamic conditions (e.g. Vibration, Shock, etc.), product regulatory requirements (e.g. EMC, Safety). The duties of a successful team member include Proof of Design, Risk Mitigation, Proof of Manufacturing, Qualification and Engineering test on operating and non-operating hardware.
Responsibilities:
Able to self-manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously
Able to interact professionally with intracompany organizations including but not limited Test Engineering, Hardware & Software Engineering, and Mechanical CAD
Able to work independently or with specific direction, as required
Experience with Environmental test standards for Commercial, Military and Aerospace applications including but not limited to DO-160, IEC 60068, and MIL-STD-810
Experience with Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) test standards for Commercial, Military and Aerospace applications including but not limited to DO-160, IEC 55032/24 and FCC Part 15
An understanding of Product Safety Standards such as IEC 60950-1, IEC 62368-1, and MIL-STD-822
Programming temperature profiles in Watlow Temperature Controller and dynamic (vibration, shock) profiles in Vibration Research, Data Physics, or similar test controllers
Provide risk assessments based on design concepts or models, and development of design enhancements to address product deficiencies prior to confidence and formal qualification testing
When necessary, travel to local and out of state Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratories (NRTL) to conduct product compliance and reliability testing, including equipment operation/ debug
Review drawings, sketches, parts lists, specifications, mock-ups, and products to integrate with a test fixturing required
Write test plan procedures, report, and contractual (e.g. Contractual Data Requirement List (CDRL) documents, in Microsoft Word according to project data item descriptions (DIDS) provided by Government organizations or formatting defined by Customer and/or Comtech document guidelines
Reports, tracks and monitors product performance, capabilities, and defects to facilitate product improvements
Maintains records and files of documentation
Skills:
Standard PC Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams, etc.)
Must be positive, detail oriented, organized, team oriented and a driven problem solver, multi-tasker, and self-starter with the ability to prioritize and lead in a fast paced, deadline-driven environment
Critical thinking and problem solving skills, planning, and organizing skills, decision-making and time management skills
Ability to perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills
Team player mentality and a positive outlook
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in engineering related field or 10+ years industry related experience.
Previous work experience as a test engineer for a NRTL or third party test organization such as UL or TUV a plus
Minimum four (4) plus years of experience with lab equipment such as Oscilloscopes, Spectrum Analyzers, Ethernet Traffic Generators, Signal Generators, Data Loggers, Power Analyzers and other EMC / Safety test equipment, Test System including Shaker Systems, Temperature/ Humidity Test Chambers and other Environmental test equipment
Hands-on experience troubleshooting radiated and conducted emissions, immunity, mechanical design defect, and component degradation issues
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.