EMC Engineer 1

Overview We are seeking a full-time EMC Engineer 1 at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will be responsible for performing tasks associated with completing Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Certifications.

Essential Functions

• Develop and write test plans and reports that will result in correct/complete test data and reports used to show EMC compliance with respective requirements
• Gain understanding of technical requirements and test setups
• Develop skills in the definition, documentation and development of test setups that will be used during EMC testing including harnesses, test loads, and definitions of new interfaces
• May participate in EMC testing at test facilities including scheduling of testing, staffing recommendations, result documentation and recommending disposition of any anomalies

Aviation

• Demonstrate compliance with High Intensity Radiated Fields (HIRF) and Lightning for TSO (Technical Standard Order) of both TC (Type Certificate) and STC (Supplemental Type Certificate) requirements of complex avionics systems
• Become familiar with regulatory requirements, advisory materials, SAE documents, aircraft certification and TSO processes necessary to achieve STC and TC for OEM’s
• Work with avionics installation teams to ensure that avionics installations meet EMC requirements and EMC testing is applicable to the particulars of the installation

Operations

• Partner with cross functional engineering teams to achieve EMC and radio transmitter certifications
• Create and implement test plans for products that contain GPS navigation, HD traffic, wireless video, radar and driving recorder platforms as well as connected services using technologies such as Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and Wi-Fi
• Test prototypes for RF emissions, properly document test results and communicate test plan deliverables to project teams while providing visibility to leadership
• Thoroughly document work in an organized manner and offer process improvements

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
• Demonstrates basic knowledge and/or understanding of RF technology
• Demonstrates basic knowledge and/or understanding of electrical circuits
• Demonstrates proficiency using Microsoft Word & Excel

Desired Qualifications

• Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)

Aviation

• Knowledge and/or experience with DO 160 Sections 20 (Radio Frequency Susceptibility (Radiated and Conducted), Sections 22 (Lightning Induced Transient Susceptibility), and Sections 22 (Lightning Direct Affects)
• Knowledge and/or experience of the following: FAA/EASA HIRF and lightning requirements, SAE ARP5412, 5413 and 5583
• Pilot’s License

Operations

• Knowledge and/or experience with ESD, EMC or EMI testing and country certifications or homologations with ability to review designs and offer suggestions for improvements
• Previous work or internship experience with circuit design for consumer/aviation products and/or experience working at a commercial testing laboratory
• Knowledge and/or experience with ISO9001, ISO17025, AS9100, IATF6949

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability. This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits