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

Northrop Grumman•Gilbert, AZ

2d•$98,400 - $184,200•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman’s Space Systems Sector is hiring an EMI/C Systems Engineer in Gilbert, Arizona. The role may be filled at Level 3 (Principal Systems Engineer) or Level 4 (Sr. Principal Systems Engineer). The engineer will manage the complete electromagnetic interference and compatibility (EMI/C) compliance process from component to system level, including testing and design, and technical, cost, and schedule performance. The position involves evaluating and tailoring EMI/C test requirements; developing models for interference coupling, shielding integrity, and circuit/cable isolation; performing and troubleshooting EMI/EMC tests; and designing specialized test apparatus and methods for EMI/C and RF electrical testing. The engineer will also develop work instructions, analyze test data, and prepare qualification procedures and reports. Occasional travel to other company locations and off-shift work may be required to support testing, troubleshooting, and design reviews. The role requires an active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance at application and start, and the ability to obtain and maintain SCI access and any required program access. Employment is contingent on required clearances, program access, and associated business or customer funding. Relocation assistance may be available. The position is full-time and offers a comprehensive benefits package, with flexible schedule examples including a 9/80 work schedule.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline and at least 5 years of engineering experience, or a master’s degree in a STEM discipline and at least 3 years, or a Ph.D. in a STEM discipline and at least 1 year (Level 3).
Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline and at least 8 years of engineering experience, or a master’s degree in a STEM discipline and at least 6 years, or a Ph.D. in a STEM discipline and at least 4 years (Level 4).
Technical knowledge of or exposure to product and systems EMI/C test qualification, engineering, evaluation, analysis, and testing.
Active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance or equivalent at application and before start date.
Willingness and ability to obtain and maintain active SCI access and required program access.
Self-starter with versatility, problem-solving ability, and willingness to work as part of a team.
Willingness to travel occasionally and work off-shift when needed.

Nice To Haves

Active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance or equivalent and active SCI access at application and before start date.
Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering specializing in Electromagnetics, RF, and/or Analog Circuitry.
Experience with Defense and Aerospace industry practices and programmatic skills supporting BOE, RFP, ROM, CAM, WBS, and Risk Assessments for E3 compliance.
Hands-on experience performing emissions and immunity testing to applicable specifications.
Working knowledge of MIL-STD-461/462/464/704 and commercial standards including RTCA-DO-160, FCC, EN, and IEC.
Experience with EMI/C laboratory and RF test equipment, including spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, data acquisition systems, signal/pulse generators, network analyzers, RF generators/monitors, and antennas.
Experience designing and fabricating electromechanical EMI/C test aids and other RF electrical tests.
Experience with EMI/C emissions/susceptibility test software, MATLAB, Mathcad, and related programming languages.

Responsibilities

Review and tailor EMI/C test requirements to meet product and system performance requirements for Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) compliance.
Develop or design models for interference coupling mechanisms, shielding integrity, and circuit/cable interface isolation to mitigate and control conducted and radiated emissions and susceptibility stimuli.
Perform, analyze, mitigate, and troubleshoot EMI/EMC testing from component to system level.
Design and develop specialized and efficient test apparatus and testing methods for EMI/C and RF electrical testing.
Develop work instructions for mechanical and/or electromechanical systems, instruments, and controls.
Process and analyze EMI/C test data and prepare qualification test procedures and reports.
Travel occasionally to other company locations to assist with testing and troubleshooting and attend design review meetings.
Work off-shift hours when necessary.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Educational assistance
Life insurance
Employee Assistance Programs and Work/Life Solutions
Paid time off
Health and wellness resources
Employee discounts
Flexible schedules, including the example of a 9/80 work schedule
Company-paid holidays
Disability insurance
Potential eligibility for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus