Senior Test & Evaluation Lab Electromagnetic Compatibility Technician

The Boeing Company; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

Retirement savings plans

Life and disability insurance

Paid and unpaid time away from work

Job summary

The Boeing Company in Seattle, WA is seeking a Senior Test & Evaluation Lab Electromagnetic Compatibility Technician to join Boeing Test & Evaluation. The role focuses on EMC and RF testing for aerospace systems, validating designs, and supporting safety certifications.

You will set up RF/EMC test equipment, perform radiated/conducted tests, maintain calibration records, and work with engineers to improve measurement accuracy. A US citizenship/security clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in an EMC or RF testing environment.
• Familiarity with EMC standards.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for RF signal paths, grounding, and shielding issues.
• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to testing.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate RF and EMC test equipment, including spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power amplifiers, and EMI receivers
• Conduct radiated and conducted emissions/immunity tests in accordance with standards such as DO-160 and MIL-STD-461
• Configure test environments in shielded rooms
• Assist in troubleshooting RF interference issues and documenting root causes
• Maintain calibration records and ensure all test equipment meets requirements
• Collaborate with engineers to refine test plans and improve measurement accuracy

Skills

EMC/RF testing experience

EMC standards familiarity

RF signal path troubleshooting

Attention to detail & methodical test

Written & verbal communication for报告

Tools

Spectrum analyzers

Network analyzers

Power meters

Bit error rate testers

Job description

Senior Test & Evaluation Lab Electromagnetic Compatibility Technician Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Test and Evaluation (BT&E) is seeking a Senior Test & Evaluation Lab Electromagnetic Compatibility Technician to join our team in Seattle, WA. This team is dedicated to ensuring the world’s most innovative products meet the highest standards of electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and radio frequency (RF) performance for aerospace systems. Our lab plays a critical role in making technology and systems works safely, reliably, and without interference. We value precision, curiosity, and a commitment to excellence—because in EMC testing, every microvolt matters. As an EMC Lab RF Technician, you’ll be at the heart of our testing operations. Your expertise will help engineers validate designs, troubleshoot issues, and ensure compliance with global standards. The data you collect and the insights you provide will directly influence product safety certifications and customer trust.

Position Responsibilities

• Set up and operate RF and EMC test equipment, including spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power amplifiers, and EMI receivers
• Conduct radiated and conducted emissions/immunity tests in accordance with standards such as DO-160 and MIL-STD-461
• Configure test environments in shielded rooms
• Assist in troubleshooting RF interference issues and documenting root causes
• Maintain calibration records and ensure all test equipment meets requirements
• Collaborate with engineers to refine test plans and improve measurement accuracy

Basic Qualifications

• This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship
• Experience with electronics laboratory RF test instrumentation such as spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, power meters, bit error rate testers
• Able to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in an EMC or RF testing environment
• Familiarity with EMC standards
• Strong troubleshooting skills for RF signal paths, grounding, and shielding issues
• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to testing
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting and collaboration

Drug Free Workplace: Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Conflict of Interest: Successful candidate for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Union: This is a union-represented position.

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage, and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

• health insurance
• flexible spending accounts
• health savings accounts
• retirement savings plans
• life and disability insurance programs
• programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary Pay Range: $80,750 - $109, 250

Language Requirements: Not Applicable

Education: Not Applicable

Relocation: Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement: This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive: This is not a Safety Sensitive Position. Security Clearance: This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship: Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America)

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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Boeing is committed to protecting, connecting and exploring our world and beyond, safely and sustainably. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are shared values. We’re committed to fostering an environment that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive of every teammate, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.