Electromagnetic Test and Evaluation Engineer
JOB TITLE: Electromagnetic Test and Evaluation Engineer
LOCATION: Huntsville, AL
PAY RATE: $78/hour
We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.
Job Details:
Duration: 6 months (contract-to-hire)
Clearance Required: U.S. Secret Clearance
Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.
Qualifying Questions:
Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?
Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?
Summary:
Support innovative radar and electromagnetic testing in a hands-on lab environment
Collaborate with internal and external teams across multiple technical disciplines
Work with advanced radar simulation and test systems involving RF components, digital signal processing, and embedded technologies
Contribute to the development, verification, and sustainment of radar seeker systems using real-time simulation tools
Develop and validate requirements for electromagnetic test systems and components
Design and integrate hardware and software systems
Perform trade studies, modeling, and simulation to predict system performance
Define and execute test procedures to verify compliance with requirements
Support product lifecycle with troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and engineering updates
Coordinate with internal teams and external customers to meet test needs
Operate and maintain specialized lab test equipment
Analyze technical data, resolve anomalies, and implement improvements
Travel domestically as needed
Requirements:
Bachelor s degree in engineering, physics, computer science, or related technical field
1+ years of hands-on experience with electromagnetic or RF systems in a lab setting
1+ years of coursework or experience in RF theory
U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Clearance
Willingness to travel domestically as needed
Preferred Skills:
Experience with radar or RF component/system hardware
Proficient in RF test equipment (e.g., Oscilloscopes, Vector Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers)
Familiarity with digital signal processing (DSP) and FPGA logic design
Experience with Linux-based systems
Embedded software programming and debugging skills
Knowledge of LabVIEW, MATLAB, Python, and/or C++
Strong written and verbal communication skills
About Us:
The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.
As trusted partners to major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.
Eligibility Requirements:
Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations.
Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense
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The Structures Company is a national staffing firm specializing in contract, contract to hire, and direct hire placement opportunities. Our clients rely on us to support their engineering, IT, Production, Maintenance & Repair, and support staff. Our niche recruiting team is one of our biggest strengths and is why we are a top provider of talented professionals to the majority of our clients. They will help you identify the opportunity that best fits your interests while also providing industry-leading customer service. We support the majority of aerospace OEM's and tier 1 suppliers across the United States. The Structures Company LLC is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer (or AA/ EOE)