EMI/C Systems Engineer - Level 3 or 4 (AHT)

About the Role

Northrop Grumman’s Space Systems Sector is seeking an EMI/C Systems Engineer – Level 3 or 4 to join our team in Gilbert, AZ. This role can be filled at either Level 3 Principal Systems Engineer or Level 4 Sr. Principal Systems Engineer. The EMI/C Systems Engineer will be responsible for the complete compliance process from components to systems level, including EMI/C testing/designing, technical, cost, and schedule performance. Relocation assistance may be available. This position requires a Top Secret clearance and involves 10% travel.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and tailors EMI/C test requirements to meet specified product and system performance for all aspects of Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) compliance.
• Develops/designs models for interference coupling mechanisms, shielding integrity, and circuit/cable interface isolation to mitigate and control conducted/radiated emissions and susceptibility stimuli.
• Performs EMI/EMC testing, analyzing, mitigating, and troubleshooting from components to systems level.
• Designs and develops unique/specialized/efficient test apparatus and testing methodology related to EMI/C and RF electrical testing.
• Develops work instructions for mechanical and/or electromechanical systems, instruments, and/or controls.
• Processes/analyzes EMI/C test data and prepares/generates qualification test procedures and reports.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications for Level 3 EMI/C Systems Engineer:

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 5+ years of engineering experience, OR Master's degree in a STEM discipline with 3+ years of engineering experience, OR PhD in a STEM discipline with 1+ year of engineering experience.
• Technical knowledge of product and systems EMI/C test qualification, engineering, evaluation, analyzing, and testing.
• Active U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance (or equivalent) with a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) completed within the last 5 years.

Basic Qualifications for Level 4 EMI/C Systems Engineer:

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 8+ years of engineering experience, OR Master's degree in a STEM discipline with 6+ years of engineering experience, OR PhD in a STEM discipline with 4+ years of engineering experience.
• Technical knowledge of product and systems EMI/C test qualification, engineering, evaluation, analyzing, and testing.
• Active U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance (or equivalent) with a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) completed within the last 5 years.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance with active SCI access.
• Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering with a specialty in Electromagnetics, RF, and/or Analog Circuitry.
• Experience with Defense and Aerospace industry practices and programmatic skills (BOE, RFP, ROM, CAM, WBS, Risk Assessments for E3 compliance).
• Practical hands-on experience in performing emissions and immunity testing to applicable specifications.
• Thorough working knowledge of MIL-STD’s 461/462/464/704 and Commercial Standards (RTCA-DO-160s, FCC, EN & IEC).
• Experience with EMI/C Lab and RF test equipment (Spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal/pulse generators, Network analyzers, etc.).
• Experience in electromechanical design and fabrication of EMI/C test aids.
• Experience with EMI/C test software, MATLAB, Mathcad, and related programming languages.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts
• Flexible Schedules (e.g., 9/80 work schedule)

Pay

Primary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $184,200.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers factors such as experience, education, skills, and market conditions when determining base salary offers.