Senior Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space - delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers.

When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. The Mission Payloads Division (MPD) is a world-class engineering and scientific leader in electronics and remote sensing systems. The Electromagnetic Effects, Test, and Mission Assurance Department resides within MPD.

Our staff includes subject matter experts across a broad range of disciplines including Electromagnetic Environmental Effects, TEMPEST, Cable and Harness, and Mission Assurance.

Our expertise, combined with sophisticated in-house laboratories, prototyping, modeling, and simulation capabilities, enables the Electromagnetic Effects, Test, and Mission Assurance Department to deliver innovative solutions to national space systems and civil customers. With innovative laboratories and prototyping, MPD delivers groundbreaking results.

We guide our Department of Defense, intelligence community, and civil clients to enhance national productivity and security and tackle the most critical missions. Bring your intelligence and creative spirit and join us at MPD! We are seeking a team player with expertise in Electromagnetic Environmental Effects, TEMPEST, Cable and Harness, or Mission Assurance areas.

We work with customers throughout the Department of Defense (DoD), Intelligence Community, and civil agencies.

Work Model: The selected candidate will be required to work full time on-site at our designated facility. ## What You’ll Be Doing - Provide Electromagnetic Environmental Effects technical support to SMC, NRO, Civil and Commercial Space programs. - Review contractor EMC analytical and test reports. - Act as our customer's trusted technical authority, delivering support and expertise across the entire lifecycle - from conceptual design and requirement development to proposal assessment, design validation, launch operations, and anomaly investigation with root-cause analysis and corrective action implementation in the areas of Electromagnetic Environmental Effects, TEMPEST or Cable and Harness development and verification. - Perform evaluation of contractor spacecraft and launch vehicle electrical and electronic system and equipment designs, including intentional and unintentional electromagnetic radiated and conducted emissions and susceptibility to internal and external generated electromagnetic environments. - Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned as needed - Mentor junior team members in areas of expertise ## Minimum Requirements - Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Electrical Engineering, Physics or related STEM discipline - Minimum of 8 years of relevant technical experience - Demonstrated knowledge of Electromagnetic Theory, Physics, and lab component/circuit characterization techniques - Fundamental knowledge of EMC, ESD, and TEMPEST design techniques - Willing to travel domestically up to 25% - This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US government.

U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance. ## Additional Requirements for Senior Engineering Specialist - Minimum of 12 years of relevant technical experience - Proven project development and technical leadership experience ## It would be impressive if you have one or more of these - Advanced degree from an accredited program in Electrical Engineering, Physics or STEM related discipline - 12+ years of experience in Electromagnetic Environmental Effects, TEMPEST or Cable and Harness discipline - Current DoD Secret with Secret Compartmented Information SCI clearance - Track record of mentoring junior team members - Expert knowledge of EMC, ESD, and TEMPEST design techniques - Have obtained a Certified TEMPEST Profession (CTP) Level 1 Certification We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business.

The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. (Min - Max) $129,000.00 - $249,600.00 Pay Basis: Annual ## Leadership Competencies Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership.

At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who: - Operate Strategically - Lead Change - Engage with Impact - Foster Innovation - Deliver Results ## Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.

Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type.

A few highlights include: - Comprehensive health care and wellness plans - Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation - Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options - 401(k) Plan - Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire - Flexible spending accounts - Variable pay program for exceptional contributions - Relocation assistance - Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career - Education assistance programs - An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other - the belief that we can make a difference.

This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation. ## Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

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