EMC Design Engineer, Air Dominance and Strike

Anduril-1; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 129,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity grants

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Anduril Industries seeks an EMC Design Engineer to join the Air Dominance & Strike Electrical Engineering team. You will design, test, and validate EMI/EMC solutions for electronic products, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements across multiple projects.

The role requires 3+ years of EMI/EMC experience, proficiency with EMI testing tools, and familiarity with MIL-STD-461G, MIL-STD-464D, and other standards. DoD Secret Clearance is required for this position.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of EMI/EMC design and testing experience.
• Familiarity with EMC/EMI standards and regulations (MIL-STD-461G, MIL-STD-464D, RTCA DOD-160, FCC, IEC, CISPR, SAE).
• Proven expertise in E3 design, analysis, testing and mitigation strategies; HERO, HEMP, Lightning Protection, ESD, RF exposure limits.
• Proficiency with EMI testing equipment (spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, antennas, LISN, etc.).
• Experience with simulation tools (ANYSYS, CST Microwave Studio) for EMI analysis.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills; read schematics; understand PCB layout techniques.
• Familiarity with interfaces such as MIPI, DP, I2C, SPI, PCIe, USB.

Responsibilities

• Conduct EMI/EMC testing and analysis on electronic systems and components.
• Drive product maturity through rapid prototyping, design verification, and qualification activities.
• Develop and implement design strategies to mitigate EMI/EMC issues.
• Prepare test plans, reports, and documentation for compliance verification.
• Collaborate with product design teams to ensure EMC requirements are integrated during design.
• Identify EMI/EMC risks and define mitigation strategies through modeling, simulation, or experiments.
• Stay updated on standards (MIL-STD-461G, MIL-STD-464D, DOD-160, FCC, CISPR, IEC) and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct field tests to evaluate product performance in real-world environments.
• Work in a fast-paced environment juggling multiple projects and customers.

Skills

EMC/EMI design

Testing

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Spectrum analyzers

Oscilloscopes

LISN

Antennas

ANSYS

CST Microwave Studio

PCB layout review

Job description

EMC Design Engineer, Air Dominance and Strike

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking an experienced EMC Design Engineer to join our Air Dominance & Strike Electrical Engineering team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, testing, and validating electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and electromagnetic interference (EMI) solutions for electronic products. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Conduct EMI/EMC testing and analysis on electronic systems and components.
• Drive product maturity through rapid prototyping, design verification, and qualification activities.
• Develop and implement design strategies to mitigate EMI/EMC issues.
• Prepare test plans, reports, and documentation for compliance verification.
• Collaborate with product design teams to ensure EMC requirements are integrated during the design phase.
• Identify program EMI/EMC risks and define strategies for reducing risk through the definition of modeling, simulation, or experimental activities.
• Stay updated on relevant standards (e.g., MIL-STD-461G, MIL-STD-464D, DOD-160, FCC, CISPR, IEC) and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct field tests and assessments to evaluate product performance in real-world environments.
• Work in a fast-paced environment, having to juggle multiple concurrent projects and customers.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in EMI/EMC design and testing.
• Familiarity with EMC/EMI standards and regulations (e.g., MIL-STD-461G, MIL-STD-464D, RTCA DOD-160, FCC, IEC, CISPR, SAE).
• Proven expertise in E3 design, analysis, testing and mitigation strategies. Specialized in HERO, HEMP, Lightning Protection, ESD, RF exposure limits and operational electromagnetic compatibility.
• Proficiency in using EMI/EMC testing equipment (e.g., spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, antennas, LISN etc.)
• Experience with simulation tools (e.g., ANSYS, CST Microwave Studio) for EMI analysis.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for identifying and resolving EMI/EMC issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for reporting findings and collaborating with teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Full understanding of PCB Layout techniques to meet mechanical, electrical, EMI/EMC, and manufacturing requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and apply best practices appropriate for each design.
• Familiarity with standard interfaces such as MIPI, DP, I2C, SPI, PCIe, USB, etc.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance

US Salary Range

$129,000 - $171,000 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits .

As set forth in Anduril Industries’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

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