Northrop Grumman

Staff Engineer Systems (Certified TEMPEST Professional Level I or II)

Northrop Grumman$152K — $229K *
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 12 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's in STEM; 10 years with a Master's; or 8 years with a PhD in a STEM field.
  • Active US Government Secret Clearance required.
  • Certified TEMPEST Professional Level II or Level I with the potential to achieve Level II certification.
  • Experience in design for TEMPEST and EMI/EMC compliance and system integration.
  • Knowledge of TEMPEST standards such as NSTISSAM TEMPEST/1-92 and CNSSAM TEMPEST 01-02.

Responsibilities

  • Perform system level decomposition of TEMPEST or EMI/EMC requirements.
  • Develop TEMPEST or EMI/EMC design requirements at sub-system levels.
  • Support the Design review process for compliance assessments.
  • Ensure hardware design compliance with TEMPEST and EMI/EMC requirements.
  • Contribute to developing the TEMPEST Control Plan and E3 Analysis Reports.
  • Author TEMPEST test plans and documentation for compliance testing.
  • Mentor TEMPEST trainees to support certification efforts.

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance may be available.
  • Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).
  • Health insurance coverage, life, and disability insurance.
  • Savings plan options for employees.
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Sector is searching for a Staff Electrical Engineer (Level 5) to join the Engineering Products team within Strategy Integration and Operations. The location for this opportunity is Melbourne FL and will be primarily based within our office spaces to support the program and business needs. This position requires 100% on site work. Operating on our 9/80 schedule, meaning you will get every other Friday off.

The position is for an Electrical Engineer experienced in design for TEMPEST and EMI/EMC compliance. The selected candidate will be expected to lead efforts within the Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) team in the areas of TEMPEST, EMI/EMC design, and test. Technical areas include Aeronautical Systems and associated Ground Control Systems.

Essential Duties may include but not limited to:
  • Perform system level decomposition of TEMPEST or EMI/EMC requirements
  • Develop TEMPEST or EMI/EMC design requirements at sub-system level
  • Provide support to the Design review process
  • Support hardware design engineering to ensure compliance with TEMPEST and EMI/EMC requirements
  • Contribute to the development of the TEMPEST Control Plan
  • Contribute to the development of the Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) Integration and Analysis Report (E3IAR), E3 Verification Procedures and Reports
  • Assist authoring documentation in support of participating in Certified TEMPEST Test Services Program (CTTSP).
  • Author TEMPEST test plans, test procedures, and test reports
  • Prepare and Perform TEMPEST Testing in accordance with NSTISSAM TEMPEST/1-92, CNSSAM TEMPEST/01-02
  • Mentor TEMPEST trainees in support of Certification


Basic Qualifications:
  • Must have a minimum 12 Years of relevant experience with Bachelors in STEM field; 10 Years of relevant experience with Masters in STEM field; 8 Years of relevant experience with PhD in STEM field
  • US citizen with active US Government Secret Clearance
  • Candidate is a Certified TEMPEST Professional Level II or be a Level I with the ability to achieve a Level II certification
  • Experience with design for TEMPEST and EMI/EMC compliance and system level integration (bonding, grounding, shielding, filtering, transient suppression)
  • Experience working with TEMPEST and EMI/EMC Requirements
  • Candidate must be able to work in a team environment and collaborate across programs and shifts
  • Candidate must be able to work independently, communicate clearly, and effectively with employees and customers
  • Familiarity with TEMPEST standards including NSTISSAM TEMPEST/1-92, CNSSAM TEMPEST 01-02, and related NSA technical memorandums
  • Familiarity with TEMPEST test equipment such as, TEMPEST receivers, oscilloscopes, dynamic signal analyzers, signal generators, etc.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Prior component-level & System level TEMPEST experience
  • Master's degree in electrical engineering, Physics or Systems Engineering
  • Expert of systems engineering principles and processes
  • Experience with managing/scheduling facilities and equipment
  • Experience in the technical oversight and reporting of E3 programs
  • Experience in showing compliance to TEMPEST or EMI/EMC requirements processes for equipment and sub-systems
  • Experience with equipment, sub-system and system level EMI/EMC test (Expertise in MIL-STD 461, automotive or commercial EMI/EMC testing)
  • Technical ability to develop, document, and maintain tailored TEMPEST or EMI/EMC requirements at equipment, sub-system, and system levels
  • Technical ability to perform TEMPEST or EMI/EMC design and analysis at both system and hardware levels
  • Experience leading TEMPEST or EMI efforts with integrated product teams (IPTs)
  • Experience testing in accordance with NSTISSAM TEMPEST/1-92, CNSSAM TEMPEST 01-02


Primary Level Salary Range: $152,900.00 - $229,300.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a security company that provides systems, products, and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems, shipbuilding, and technical services to government and commercial customers. They design, develop, and build everything from aircraft and spacecraft to cyber security systems. The company is involved in a wide range of defense and technology projects, including the development of aircraft, space systems, cybersecurity solutions, and advanced electronics.

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Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
5 Year Trend
+7.6%
Revenue
$36.7 billion
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