EMI/EMC Test Engineer, Level 4

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available | CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No | CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret | TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems in Woodland Hills, CA is seeking a Senior EMI/EMC Test Engineer (Level 4) to lead complex EMI/EMC test campaigns, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with design and systems engineering. 9/80 schedule (every other Friday off). Full-time on-site.

What You'll Get To Do

• Lead planning, setup, and execution of EMI/EMC testing for complex electronic systems per MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-464, and DO-160
• Define test strategies, select test methods (CE/RE/CS/RS), and oversee execution in EMI chambers and bench test environments
• Operate and guide others in use of oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, RF preamplifiers, LISNs, transient generators, and antennas
• Lead data analysis, identify non-compliances, and drive root-cause analysis with design teams
• Recommend and validate design and mitigation changes (filters, shielding, grounding, cable routing)
• Develop, review, and approve EMI/EMC test procedures, configurations, and formal test reports
• Provide technical mentorship to junior engineers and technicians
• Communicate test status, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders

Basic Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Physics, or related STEM + 9 years of relevant experience; OR MS + 7 years
• Active US Government Secret clearance (or higher)
• Significant hands-on experience planning and executing EMI/EMC testing
• Strong working knowledge of MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-464, and/or DO-160
• Demonstrated expertise with EMI test equipment and troubleshooting
• US Citizenship required; full-time on-site in Woodland Hills, CA

Preferred

• MS in Electrical or Electronics Engineering
• Defense or aerospace EMI/EMC testing experience
• Experience with LabVIEW or Python for test automation

Salary Range: $142,200-$213,400/year