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EMC Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

Impulse· Internship
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Redondo Beach, CAInternPosted 1mo ago

About the role

EMC Engineering Intern supporting electromagnetic compatibility workflows, collaborating with RF, Avionics, Mechanical, and Software Engineers on testing, troubleshooting, and reporting electromagnetic performance across spacecraft components and systems. 12-week internship (May/June–August/September 2027) based in Redondo Beach, onsite.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to optimization of in-house EMC automation.
  • Drive semi-anechoic chamber bringup and inter-chamber repeatability.
  • Conduct analysis and simulation of spacecraft components and systems for phenomena such as radiated emissions, surface charging, and performance in radiation.
  • Conduct component level and system level EMC testing per MIL-STD 461 & MIL-STD-464
  • Drive test plans, test reports, and troubleshooting efforts with diverse engineering groups across multiple satellite designs.
  • Operate and integrate common EMC lab related equipment including spectrum analyzers, signal generators, RF amplifiers, scopes, etc.

Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master's program for Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related area.
  • Understanding of circuit theory and EM fundamentals concepts.
  • Familiarity working hands-on in a lab with RF test equipment.
  • Ability to adapt to a dynamic and fast paced environment.

Skills

Required:Radiated emissions analysisRadiation effects and surface charging understanding
Nice to have:MIL-STD 461 & MIL-STD 464 testingPython scripting

Benefits

  • Long-term incentives (stock options) for full-time hires.
  • Medical, vision & dental coverage.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
Last updated Sep 17, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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