Associate Test Engineer, Electromagnetic Laboratory

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.

About the role

We are seeking a motivated Associate Test Engineer, Electromagnetic Laboratory to join our test engineering team at our multi-client testing facility. In this role, you will develop and execute 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 technical expertise with excellent project management and client-facing communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute complex RF, Antenna OTA, and EMC measurements and tests to client statements of work and aerospace/defense standards.
• Develop automation scripts (Python, MATLAB) to optimize test time and streamline data collection.
• Provide active engineering support to clients to assist in troubleshooting failures and analyze data to produce compliance-ready test reports and certificates.
• Interface regularly with the larger test engineering organization in Torrance, CA to further refine test methodology and measurement techniques.
• Support the calibration and preventative maintenance schedules for all laboratory assets.

Requirements

• B.S. or M.S. degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 1-3 years of experience (with B.S.) or 0-1 years of experience (with M.S.) in Test Engineering.
• Familiar with electrical test and measurement equipment such as: Multimeters, Oscilloscopes, Function Generators, Power Supplies.
• Theoretical understanding of RF, Antenna OTA, and EMC test and measurement principles.
• Understanding of aerospace and defense testing standards including MIL-STD-461 and DO-160.
• Experience developing automated test stands for various types of hardware.
• 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 be required).

Skills

• Experience with RF, Antenna OTA, and EMC Test.
• 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, AutoCal and SOLT Calibration.
• Experience with client-facing project management, particularly communicating changes to schedule and technical scope.
• 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.

Pay

For the state of California only, the range of starting pay for this role is: $88,800—$101,800 USD.

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.