EM / RF Engineer I – Aerospace EMP - 1670

SARA, Inc. • Full-time • Cypress, CA • 11h ago

Scientific Applications & Research Associates, Inc. (SARA) is a world-class Defense Research and Development enterprise, with a charter to create new and emerging technology innovations in support of commercial and government organizations. We have expertise in RF, EMP, Pulsed Power, Acoustics and Threat Warning Systems, partnering with our customers to address real-world problems with cost-effective solutions...that work.

The SARA, Inc. Aerospace EMP Survivability and Effects Department, within the High-Power Electromagnetics Division (HPEM), is looking for a remarkably talented, motivated, and imaginative EM/RF Engineer to support EMP hardening and assessment activities on aircraft and ground-based facilities and transition innovative technologies to the DoD, DoE, and their contractors. This position will work onsite in our Cypress, CA facility. The candidate will have the opportunity to grow and learn alongside talented engineers, physicists, and technicians on both long-standing and new programs that support our customers and their missions. Our small group will allow the candidate to experience, contribute, and collaborate in a multidisciplinary nature, from initial conception to operation.

Core Responsibilities:

Support aircraft and other aerospace-related or ground-based EMP assessments, including travel to airfields and facilities (CONUS and OCONUS)
Perform aircraft hardening design efforts
Perform research, design, development, fabrication, testing, and documentation of multidisciplinary engineering tasks on multiple projects and programs
Write detailed technical reports and maintain comprehensive project documentation
Operate, monitor, and maintain test equipment, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems
Ensure accuracy, consistency, and integrity of measurements, data collection, and test records
Analyze test data and observations to identify trends, validity, and potential issues
Moderate to significant travel may be required (up to 30% a year)

Key Competencies:

Proficient in the use of oscilloscopes, multimeters, and other electrical measurement instruments for troubleshooting and analysis
Demonstratable knowledge of voltage/current transformers, the fundamentals of their operation, and their applications in electrical systems
Skilled in operating benchtop lab equipment, including function generators, signal generators, power supplies, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, pulsers and related instruments
Familiar with process of data acquisition, analysis, and interpretation
Knowledge of voltage and current measurement devices and their applications
Critical thinking and problem solving
Highly adaptable with the ability to thrive in dynamic, fast-paced team-oriented environments

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or relevant field
0 – 2 years of experience in electrical engineering or related work
Hands-on testing and debugging experience involving spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, pulsers, or other EMI/EMC devices
Excellent written and verbal communication
Self-motivation and the willingness to develop new skills, take on a wide variety of tasks, work and think independently, and ask questions
Must be available for up to 30% travel in support of testing or other customer requirements
US Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance
Moderate physical effort, involving standing, sitting, and use of hands while performing duties, to include carrying or lifting up to 50 pounds
Working environment is indoors, moderately quiet, reasonably clean, and well-lit and well-ventilated. Moderate physical hazards may exist

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Applied Electromagnetics, including RF or EMI/EMC, Aerospace Engineering, or Pulsed Power
2 - 4 years of experience in electrical engineering or related work
Basic programming experience (e.g. Matlab, VBA, SQL, LabVIEW, and/or Python) for data analysis and test automation
Software front end/back-end development for controlling lab electronic test equipment
Demonstrated understanding of fundamental power systems concepts, including transmission line theory, transformer operations, and three-phase power principles
Active Top Secret security clearance

SARA offers a competitive benefits package to include:

Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance; and other supplemental programs
A generous PTO program (vacation, sick, holiday)
Tuition & certification reimbursement
Flexible work schedules
Discretionary Employee bonuses
401(k) match/profit sharing
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Pay Range

Salary at SARA is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $75,000 to $110,000 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of SARA’s total compensation package for employees. Positions are on-site, unless indicated otherwise.

SARA is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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