EMI/C Systems Engineer - Level 3 or 4 (AHT)
About The Position
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. 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. Please be aware that this position is contingent upon the candidate obtaining final clearances and program access(es) within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company. Continued employment thereafter will be subject to maintenance of the level of clearance and program access required for the position in the future.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 5+ years of engineering experience OR Master's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 3+ years of engineering experience OR PhD in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 1+ year(s) of engineering experience (for Level 3)
- Bachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 8+ years of engineering experience OR Master's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 6+ years of engineering experience OR PhD in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 4+ years of engineering experience (for Level 4)
- Technical knowledge of product and systems EMI/C test qualification, engineering, evaluation, analyzing, and testing
- Candidate must have an active U.S. Government Top Security security clearance (or equivalent) at time of application and prior to start date; a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) with investigation date/periodic review completed within the last 5 years; and the willingness and ability to obtain and maintain active SCI access within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company. Continued employment thereafter will be subject to the candidate’s maintenance of the level of clearance and program access required for the position in the future.
Nice To Haves
- Active U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance (or equivalent) with a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) along with active SCI access at time of application and prior to start date
- Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering with a specialty in Electromagnetics, RF, and/or Analog Circuitry
- Experience with Defense and Aerospace industry practices along with programmatic skills supporting BOE, RFP, ROM, CAM, WBS, and Risk Assessments for E3 compliance.
- Practical hands-on experience in performing emissions and immunity testing to the 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 including and not limited to Spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, data acquisition systems, signal/pulse generators, Network analyzers, RF generators/monitors/antennas.
- Experience in electromechanical design and fabrication of EMI/C test aids and other RF electrical tests.
- Experience with EMI/C emissions/susceptibility test software, MATLAB, Mathcad and other related programming languages.
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/specialize/ efficient test apparatus and testing methodology related to EMI/C and RF electrical testing
- Develops work Instructions of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems, instruments and/or controls
- Process/analyze EMI/C test data and prepares/generates qualification test procedures and reports
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: for example, the ability to work a 9/80 work schedule, which allows an employee to work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday and take every other Friday off of work.
- Relocation assistance may be available
- Overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus
- Annual bonuses
- Long Term Incentives (for Vice President or Director positions)
- Savings plan
- Company paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
