Senior Test Engineer, Electromagnetic Laboratory

Epirus; Lawton (OK); On-site; USD 124,600 - 151,300; Full time

Job summary

Epirus is hiring a Senior Test Engineer, Electromagnetic Laboratory to lead our multi-client RF/OTA/EMC testing facility. You will own lab operations, mentor engineers, and advise clients through testing lifecycle.

The role requires hands-on RF testing expertise, strong project management, and excellent client communication to deliver compliant test reports and certificates.

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 5-8 years of RF/Antenna OTA/EMC testing experience (with B.S.) or 3-5 years (with M.S.).
• Strong understanding of RF/Antenna OTA/EMC test principles.
• Proficiency with RF test equipment (VNA, Spectrum Analyzers, oscilloscopes, generators).
• Experience mentoring engineers and client-facing project management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and own daily technical lab operations of two large anechoic chambers and RF test equipment.
• Act as technical lead and mentor for a small team of test engineers.
• Serve as primary liaison between Epirus and aerospace/defense/commercial clients during testing lifecycles.
• Execute RF, Antenna OTA, and EMC measurements per client SOW and standards.
• Develop Python/MATLAB scripts to optimize test time and data collection.
• Provide engineering support to troubleshoot and produce compliance reports.
• Manage lab scheduling and prioritize multiple client accounts.
• Coordinate with Torrance, CA team to refine test methods.
• Oversee calibration and maintenance for lab assets.

Skills

RF testing

Antenna OTA

EMC testing

Project management

Client communications

Education

B.S./M.S. in Electrical Engineering

5-8 years with B.S. or 3-5 years with M.S.

Tools

Python

MATLAB

VNA

Spectrum Analyzers

Job description

About Epirus

Epirus is a high-growth technology company dedicated to overcoming the asymmetric challenges inherent to the future of national security. Epirus' flagship product, Leonidas, is a software-defined system built using intelligent power management techniques which allow power-hungry systems to do more with less.

Job Summary:

This is an exciting role an innovative, high-growth defense technology company. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Test Engineer, Electromagnetic Laboratory to oversee our multi-client testing facility. In this role, you will develop and own technical lab operations from the ground up, mentor a small team of motivated test engineers, and serve as the primary engineering consultant for our aerospace, defense, and commercial clients. You will lead test execution for RF, Antenna Over-the-Air (OTA), and Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) testing, helping clients troubleshoot failures in real time. The ideal candidate blends deep electromagnetic testing technicalexpertisewith excellent project management and client-facing communication.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and own daily technical lab operations of two large anechoic chambers and associated RF test equipment.
• Act as the technical lead and mentor for a small team of motivated test engineers
• Serve as the primary liaison between Epirus and our aerospace, defense, and commercial clients throughout the testing lifecycle.
• Execute complex RF, Antenna OTA, and EMC measurements and tests to client statements of work and aerospace/defense standards.
• Develop automation scripts (Python, MATLAB) tooptimizetest time and streamline data collection.
• Provide active engineering support to clients toassistin troubleshooting failures and analyze data to produce compliance-ready test reports and certificates.
• Oversee lab scheduling and project prioritization to efficiently balance multiple client accounts.
• Interface regularly with the larger test engineering organization in Torrance, CA to further refine testmethodologyand measurement techniques.
• Manage the calibration and preventative maintenance schedules for all laboratory assets.

Basic Qualifications:

• B.S. or M.S. degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 5-8 years of experience (with B.S.) or 3-5 years of experience (with M.S.) in RF, Antenna OTA, or EMC Test.
• Solid theoretical understanding of RF, Antenna OTA, and EMC test and measurement principles.
• Highly proficient in using RF test and measurement equipment such as Vector Network Analyzers (VNA), Spectrum Analyzers, High-Speed Oscilloscopes, Waveform & Signal Generators, Power Meters,AutoCaland SOLT Calibration.
• Solid understanding of aerospace and defense testing standards including MIL-STD-461 and DO-160.
• Experience developing automated test stands forvarious typesof hardware.
• Experience mentoring junior engineers and providing feedback aligned with the principles of radical candor.
• Experience with client-facing project management, particularly communicating changes to schedule and technical scope.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Organized; comfortable working in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
• US Citizen or Permanent Resident (future security clearance may berequired).

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Experience as a people manager – building teams, developing young talent, and defining team roadmaps.
• Experience certifying a laboratory to ISO/IEC 17025 and/or AS9100.
• Experience working in a multi-client or commercial test house environment.
• Deep knowledge of other defense and commercial testing standards including MIL-STD-810, CISPR, IEC 61000, and ISO (automotive EMC).
• Comfortable with object-orientated programming using Python.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

At Epirus, you’llwork with technical peers and great people—and get first crack at some of the defining technology challenges of our time. Here, “impossible” is just a challenge. We'rea diverse, fast-growing team of change‑makers fueling the future of energy with revolutionary solutions.

As required by the Equal Pay Transparency Act, Epirus provides a reasonable range of minimum compensation for roles that may be hired. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific office location.

$124,600 — $151,300 USD