Engineer Senior - EMI/EMC - $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

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Westminster, CO, USA
Hybrid
97K-165K Annually
Senior level
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The Role
Define EMI/EMC compliance architectures for spacecraft subsystems and electronic assemblies. Analyze and allocate requirements, support circuit and interface design, participate in hardware development, and provide testing support during environmental EMC evaluations. Document test results and compliance reports, address test exceedances, and contribute technical leadership throughout the program lifecycle from concept through delivery.
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Minimum $10,000 Sign-On Bonus being offered for external hires.
Would you like to be part of the electrical systems of the future? BAE Systems Space & Mission System (SMS) in beautiful Westminster and Boulder, Colorado pioneers electrical systems for challenging space, air, and ground applications. We are looking for Electrical Engineers with technical expertise in EMI/EMC who can help design and build next generation electronics.
The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers' missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.
What You'll Do:
  • Define the electronics EMI compliance architecture for spacecraft subsystem and assembly level hardware. This includes: technology assessments, instrument and/or spacecraft requirements flow-down to electronic subsystems, electronic requirements analysis and allocation, electrical subsystem conceptual development/trade studies, supporting hardware development efforts for current and future program needs and providing system test support during environmental EMC testing.
  • Support instrument remote sensing and/or spacecraft bus programs especially in the areas of EMI/EMC requirements, design, issues and testing (unit level and system level).
  • Document test results and exceedances and write post-test compliance reports.
  • Participate and/or lead activities in all phases of a program life cycle from concept development to delivery.
  • Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
  • Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site three or more days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.
Working Conditions:
  • Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment.
  • May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required.
  • May access other facilities in various weather conditions.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required, plus 4 or more years of related experience.
  • Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
  • Knowledge of the physics of EMI/EMC and system interactions at the physical layer.
  • An understanding of requirements definition, decomposition, and flow-down, circuit design, interface definition, hardware specifications, interface control, analyses, and verification.
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A security clearance or access with Polygraph is not required to be eligible for this position. However, the applicant must be willing and eligible for submission, depending on program requirements, after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Knowledgeable of space environmental factors (radiation, Total Ionizing Dose, etc) and how they interact with EMC/EMI concerns.
  • Analytical skills including FMECA, WCA, reliability and risk mitigation.
  • Familiarity with MIL-STD-461/462/1541 and SMC-S-016 testing requirements is desired.
  • Knowledgeable in FPGA-based electronics architecture and the impact of EMI on such architectures
  • Good communication skills, presentation skills and the ability to lead group discussions.
  • Degree in Electrical Engineering preferred.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $97008 - $164914
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering or a related technical field from an accredited institution
  • Four or more years of related technical experience, unless substituted by an advanced degree or qualifying technical experience in lieu of education
  • Knowledge of EMI/EMC physics and system interactions at the physical layer
  • Understanding of requirements definition, decomposition, flow-down, circuit design, interface definition, hardware specifications, interface control, analysis, and verification
  • Knowledge of space environmental factors, including radiation and Total Ionizing Dose, and their interaction with EMI/EMC
  • Analytical skills in FMECA, WCA, reliability, and risk mitigation
  • Familiarity with MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-462, MIL-STD-1541, and SMC-S-016 testing requirements
  • Knowledge of FPGA-based electronics architecture and EMI impacts on those architectures
  • Strong communication and presentation skills, with ability to lead group discussions
  • Degree in Electrical Engineering

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  • Healthcare Strength Medical, dental, and vision coverage is presented as comprehensive, paired with an EAP, fertility and transgender care options, and HSA‑compatible plans that can include employer contributions with coverage starting on day one in some cases. These resources are reinforced by wellness tools and immediate eligibility noted on official benefits materials.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) savings plan is broadly available, with employer matching and other contributions that vary by business unit, and some U.S. employee groups retain pension arrangements. Company‑paid basic life insurance equal to 2x base salary (up to $1M) further strengthens financial security.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave (e.g., 160 hours for full‑time employees) sits alongside adoption and surrogacy reimbursement and Bright Horizons backup child and elder care. These benefits help reduce care gaps and complement PTO and applicable state programs.

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HQ: Falls Church, VA
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Year Founded: 1999

What We Do

Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do. As a leading aerospace, defense, and security company, we work together to deliver a full range of products and services for air, land, space, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. How we work is rooted in purpose – a purpose to protect those who protect us, to unite our community of colleagues and customers, and to drive forward the growth and development of our exceptional team members. It's where purpose connects.

Why Work With Us

We believe your career should be filled with innovation and discovery. And that's exactly what you'll find at BAE Systems. As you work to develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills and expand knowledge. On a sharp and collaborative team, you will be challenged – and supported – at every turn.

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