Electromagnetics - Engineer

General Dynamics Electric Boat; New London (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat in New London, CT, is seeking an EMC/ESD professional to support electromagnetic compatibility and electrostatic discharge control across submarine platforms. The role involves analysis, testing, and problem-solving for shipboard electrical systems, with responsibilities spanning EMC/ESD requirements, evaluations, and collaboration with design teams.

The position is on the 1st shift, with a hybrid work schedule and minimal travel.

Qualifications

• BS degree in electrical, computer, mechanical engineering, or physics.
• 5+ years of related electromagnetic/electrical experience.
• Ability to obtain Secret DoD security clearance.
• Preferred: analyze/evaluate EMC/ESD, hands-on testing with test gear, and MIL-STD compliance.
• Familiarity with MATLAB, Opera 3d, LabVIEW, SPICE-based tools, Visual Studio, and Teamcenter.

Responsibilities

• Analyze electromagnetic coupling and EMI on submarine systems.
• Perform EMC testing and determine test requirements for system procurement.
• Support shipboard system testing and troubleshooting.
• Develop and implement ESD requirements and perform evaluations of potentially damaged equipment.
• Provide deckplate support for EMC/ESD issues and collaborate with design teams.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking ability

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Physics

Tools

MATLAB

LabVIEW

SPICE-based simulation

Opera 3d

Visual Studio

Teamcenter

Job description

Job Details

• Requisition ID: 2026-19563
• Location: US-CT-New London
• Seat Location: EB New London Facility
• Trade: Engineering
• Shift: 1st
• Security Clearance Required: Secret

Overview

The Electromagnetics group is seeking a professional in the areas of Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Control. Successful candidates will support EMC and ESD work for all electrical systems on all submarine platforms.

EMC responsibilities include analysis of electromagnetic coupling and potential electromagnetic interference (EMI) problems on submarine systems, EMC testing, determination of EMC test requirements for system procurement specifications, and shipboard system testing/troubleshooting.

ESD responsibilities include development and implementation of ESD requirements via the company-wide ESD control program, technical evaluations for potentially damaged equipment, and deckplate support for ESD issues/concerns that arise.

This position is 1st shift Monday through Friday. Hybrid work schedule available. Position requires minimal travel.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Physics
• 5+ years of related experience in electromagnetic/electrical
• Ability to obtain a Secret DoD security clearance

Preferred:

• Related experience in the following areas:
  • Electromagnetic analysis/evaluation/modeling
  • Electromagnetic hands-on testing (DoD or commercial), including familiarity with oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, function generators, and other general electrical test equipment
  • Evaluate and recommend materials, components, and design modifications to improve EMC/EMI performance based on analysis and testing results
  • Collaborate with design and development teams to integrate EMC/EMI considerations into product designs, ensuring optimal performance
  • Electrostatic discharge analysis/evaluation/testing/program management
• Practical/theoretical EMC or ESD experience, particularly with requirements associated with MIL-STD-461, DOD-STD-1399 Section 070, NAVSEA S9407-AB-HBK-010, ANSI/ESD S20.20, IEC 61000-4-2, or MIL-STD-1686.
• Familiarity with MATLAB, Opera 3d (or other finite element analysis software), LabVIEW, SPICE-based simulation software, Visual Studio (using Visual Basic-based language), and/or Teamcenter.

Skills

• Candidates must possess strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills which are necessary to function successfully in existing teamed environments.
• The ability to multi-task and possession of skills that permit independent functioning without significant oversight is also desired.

Physical Qualifications

• Climbing
• Crawling
• Kneeling
• Light Lifting

Reaching

Twisting

Environmental Attributes

• Inside
• Outside