EMI/EMC Electrical Engineer

CoAspire; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits from day one

401(k) with company match

PTO and Federal holidays

Job summary

CoAspire is seeking an EMI/EMC mitigation specialist to contribute to the design, development, and integration of electrical systems for advanced missile programs in Northern Virginia. This role involves collaboration with various teams to deliver high-performance electrical solutions while ensuring compliance with military standards.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience, a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, and must be a U.S. citizen with a current Secret clearance. CoAspire offers full benefits from day one, including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan with a generous company match.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering experience in aerospace/defense with EMI/EMC focus.
• Expertise in reading and creating schematics and PCB layouts.
• U.S. citizenship and current Secret clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical schematics and wiring harnesses.
• Implement EMI/EMC improvements for compliance with military standards.
• Conduct and support electrical testing and integration efforts.

Skills

EMI/EMC design

Electrical engineering

Schematic Capture

PCB Layout

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

Job description

CoAspire (https://www.coaspire.com) is a cutting-edge defense manufacturing leader in Northern Virginia, specializing in the precision assembly of advanced weapons systems. With over twelve years of a legacy of innovation, we’re at the forefront of building reliable, affordable mass weapons that protect and empower our nation’s warfighters. Our tight-knit team thrives in a collaborative environment where safety, quality, and work‑life balance come first with a focus on professional growth at our new 27,000+ sq. ft. facility. Join us to make a tangible impact on mission‑critical technology while enjoying Northern Virginia’s vibrant community.

Position:

We are looking for a highly skilled EMI/EMC mitigation specialist. You will contribute to the design, development, integration, and test of electrical and avionics systems for advanced missile programs. This cross‑functional role involves close collaboration with systems engineering, mechanical design, software, guidance, and test teams to deliver robust, high‑performance electrical solutions. You will perform schematic capture, PCB layout/design/simulation, component and part selection, and support integration and qualification testing — all while ensuring compliance with performance, EMI/EMC, environmental, safety, and security requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, modify and review of electrical schematics, wiring harnesses, power distribution systems, RF/coaxial assemblies, and circuit card assemblies (CCAs).
• Recommend and implement EMI/EMC circuit and electrical improvements to pass MIL-STD-461, 464, and 1760 testing.
• Support electrical system integration, including interface definition, cable/harness routing, connector selection, and grounding/shielding strategies.
• Conduct and support electrical testing, including functional, environmental stress screening (ESS), EMI/EMC qualification, and flight‑worthiness verification.
• Conduct and support other testing as needed.
• Identify and resolve design issues through root‑cause analysis, redlines, in support of Configuration Change Board (CCB) requests.
• Generate and maintain electrical design documentation (in line with Model Based System Engineering (MBSE) expectations), including schematics, interface control documents (ICDs), test plans, and reports.
• Ensure all designs comply with customer‑required guidelines and specifications.

Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of electrical engineering experience in aerospace/defense, with emphasis on EMI/EMC design, development, integration, and test.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related field.
• Strong ability to read, create, and redline schematics, harness drawings, and PCB layouts.
• Knowledge of military‑grade connectors, cable/harness standards, RF/coaxial assemblies, power distribution, EMI/EMC mitigation, and environmental qualification (e.g., MIL-STD-461,464, and 1760).
• U.S. citizenship and current Secret clearance (or ability to obtain/maintain one).
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in cross‑functional teams.

Desired Skills:

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Hands‑on experience with PCB design tools (Altium Designer preferred) and schematic capture.
• Experience with high‑reliability electronics for missile or flight systems.
• Familiarity with RF design, FPGA integration, firmware design and development, or digital/analog circuit design.
• Knowledge of COTS insertion strategies and radiation‑hardened components.

What We Offer:

Beyond competitive pay, we offer:

• Full benefits from day one: medical, dental and vision
• 401(k) with generous company match and immediate vesting
• PTO and Federal holidays