EMI/EMC Test Engineer Level 4

Northrop Grumman; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 142,000 - 213,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

401(k)

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance

PTO and Work/Life Resources

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems in Woodland Hills, CA, seeks a Senior EMI/EMC Test Engineer to lead the planning, setup, and execution of EMI/EMC testing for complex electronic systems. You will guide test configurations, analyze data, and drive root-cause resolution with cross-functional teams.

The role requires hands-on experience with MIL-STD-461/464, DO-160, and RF test equipment, plus mentoring junior engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, electronics engineering, physics or related STEM field with 9+ years of experience; or Master's with 7+ years.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Active U.S. Government Secret Clearance (or higher) required.
• Hands-on EMI/EMC testing experience on complex electronic systems.
• Knowledge of MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-464, and/or DO-160 test methods.
• Experience leading troubleshooting and resolving EMI/EMC test failures.
• Willingness to work onsite full-time in Woodland Hills, CA.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, setup, and execution of EMI/EMC testing for complex electronic systems.
• Define test strategies and oversee execution in EMI chambers and bench environments.
• Operate and mentor others in oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, LISNs, and other EMI test equipment.
• Lead data analysis, document non-compliances, and drive root-cause investigations.
• Recommend design/mitigation changes to achieve EMI/EMC compliance.
• Develop and approve EMI/EMC test procedures and reports.
• Coordinate test readiness and lab activities with internal and external facilities.

Skills

Team leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentoring

Problem solving

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

RF preamplifiers

LISNs

DO-160 / MIL-STD test setups

LabVIEW

Python

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE

Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START

Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE

Secret

TRAVEL

Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

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.

What You’ll Get to Do

This Is a Senior-level Position For An Experienced EMI/EMC Test Engineer With Strong Technical Depth And a Passion For Teamwork. The Selected Candidate Will

• Lead the planning, setup, and execution of EMI/EMC testing for complex electronic systems and subsystems in accordance with company and customer requirements.
• Define test strategies, select appropriate methods (e.g., CE/RE/CS/RS per MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-464, and DO-160), and oversee execution in EMI chambers, shielded rooms, and bench test environments.
• Confidently operate and guide others in the use of oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, RF preamplifiers, LISNs, transient generators, antennas, and other EMI test equipment needed for test campaigns.
• Lead data analysis, identify and document non-compliances, and drive root-cause analysis and troubleshooting of EMI/EMC issues in partnership with design, systems, and integration teams.
• Recommend and help validate design and mitigation changes (filters, shielding, grounding, cable routing, layout adjustments) to achieve EMI/EMC compliance.
• Develop, review, and approve EMI/EMC test procedures, test configurations, and formal test reports, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and configuration control.
• Coordinate test readiness reviews, lab readiness activities, and interactions with internal and external test facilities.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers and technicians, promoting best practices in EMI testing, lab safety, and effective teamwork.
• Communicate clearly in cross-functional team meetings, presenting test status, risks, and recommended actions to stakeholders.
• Demonstrate a positive, professional attitude and flexibility to support extended work weeks and weekend test campaigns when required to meet critical program milestones.

Basic Qualifications T4 Senior EMI/EMC Test Engineer

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Electronics Engineering, Physics, or a related STEM discipline and 9+ years of relevant experience; or Master's degree with 7+ years of experience.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Active U.S. Government Secret Clearance (or higher) is required, with ability to obtain program-specific access if needed.
• Significant hands-on experience planning and executing EMI/EMC testing for complex electronic systems or subsystems.
• Strong working knowledge of MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-464, and/or DO-160, including test method selection, setup, and interpretation of results.
• Demonstrated expertise operating and configuring oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, RF preamps, LISNs, transient generators, and related EMI test equipment.
• Proven ability to lead troubleshooting and resolution of EMI/EMC test failures, including recommending and validating design or mitigation strategies.
• Experience mentoring junior engineers or technicians in EMI/EMC test methods, lab processes, and teamwork.
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to support extended work weeks and weekend testing to meet program objectives.
• Ability to work onsite full-time in Woodland Hills, CA.

Preferred Qualifications

• M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related STEM discipline.
• Extensive experience with system-level and subsystem-level EMI/EMC testing in defense or aerospace applications.
• Familiarity with EMI/EMC test facility operations, including chamber characterization, calibration, and test automation.
• Experience with RF and high-speed digital systems, including grounding, shielding, and cable management best practices.
• Experience with data acquisition and automation tools (e.g., LabVIEW, Python) to streamline test execution and data processing.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including preparation and presentation of test plans, technical reviews, and customer-facing results.

What We Offer

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401(k)
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts

Learn More About Our Total Rewards At

https://totalrewards.northropgrumman.com/

This position’s standard work schedule is 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.

Primary Level Salary Range: $142,200.00 - $213,400.00

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.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.