Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Title: Senior Test Engineer, EMI/EMC

Reports to: Director, Verification & Test

Revision Date: 8/25/2026

FLSA Status: Exempt

Location: Chandler, AZ

Level: T3

Company Overview

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading global technology company providing terrestrial and wireless network solutions, next-generation 9-1-1 emergency services, satellite and space communications technologies, and cloud-native capabilities to commercial and government customers around the world. Our unique culture of innovation and employee empowerment unleashes a relentless passion for customer success. With multiple facilities located in technology corridors throughout the United States and around the world, Comtech leverages our global presence, technology leadership, and decades of experience to create the world’s most innovative communications solutions. For more information, please visit

We’re seeking curious, growth-minded thinkers to help shape our vision, structures, and systems; playing a key role as we launch into our ambitious future. If you’re invigorated by our mission, values, and drive to change the world — we’d love to have you apply.

Position Summary

Under limited supervision, the Senior EMI/EMC Test Engineer will collaborate with Hardware Engineering and Program Technical Lead to bring advanced Satellite Communications products and systems to market. This position is responsible for product reliability and certification testing, including but not limited to product regulatory requirements such as EMC, Homologation and Safety. The duties of a successful team member include Proof of Design, Risk Mitigation, Proof of Manufacturing, Qualification and Engineering test on operating and non-operating hardware.

Responsibilities

• Self-manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.
• Interact professionally with intracompany organizations including but not limited Test Engineering, Hardware & Software Engineering, and Mechanical CAD
• Work independently or with specific direction, as required
• Provide risk assessments based on design concepts or models, and development of design enhancements to address product deficiencies prior to confidence and formal qualification testing
• Review drawings, sketches, parts lists, specifications, mock-ups, and products to integrate with a test fixture required
• Write test plan procedures, report, and contractual (e.g. Contractual Data Requirement List (CDRL) documents, in Microsoft Word according to project data item descriptions (DIDS) provided by Government organizations or formatting defined by Customer and/or Comtech document guidelines
• Report, track and monitor product performance, capabilities, and defects to facilitate product improvements
• Maintains records and files of documentation
• When necessary, travel to local and out of state Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratories (NRTL) to conduct product compliance and reliability testing, including equipment operation/ debug

Qualifications

• Experience with lab equipment such as Oscilloscopes, Spectrum Analyzers, ESD gun, RF Power Amplifiers, Transient and Surge Generators, Signal Generators, Data Loggers, Power Analyzers, Hipot, Ethernet Traffic Generators, and other EMC and Safety test equipment.
• Experience with antennas including biconical, log-periodic and horn.
• Experience with Environmental test standards for Commercial, Military and Aerospace applications including but not limited to MIL-STD-461G, IEC 60068 and IEC 62368-1
• Experience with Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) test standards for Commercial, Military and Aerospace applications including but not limited to DO-160, IEC 55032/24 and FCC Part 15
• An understanding of Product Safety Standards such as IEC 60950-1, IEC 62368-1, and MIL-STD-822
• Previous work experience as a test engineer for a NRTL or third-party test organization such as UL or TUV a plus
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting radiated and conducted emissions, immunity, mechanical design defect, and component degradation issues

Skills:

• Standard PC Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams, etc.)
• Detail oriented, organized, team oriented and a driven problem solver, multi-tasker, and self-starter with the ability to prioritize and lead in a fast paced, deadline-driven environment
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills, planning, and organizing skills, decision-making and time management skills
• Ability to perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related discipline.
  • OR 10+ years industry related experience in lieu of education.

Experience:

• Minimum 5+ years of related working experience in a similar Test Engineer position

About Us

This position requires compliance with Comtech’s Drug-Free Workplace Program. Candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire. Employees may be subject to random, reasonable suspicion, and post-incident testing. Illegal drug use — including marijuana, regardless of state law — is disqualifying under federal adjudicative guidelines and DoD DFARS requirements.

The pay range reflects the expected base salary for this position. Final compensation will be based on role, level, skills, experience, and geographic location. 

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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