Sentinel – Electromagnetic Environmental Effects Systems Engineer - 17894*

Northrop Grumman; Roy (UT); On-site; USD 93,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

401k

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance

PTO & Work/Life Solutions

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems in Roy, UT is seeking an Electromagnetic Environmental Effects Engineer to join the Specialty Engineering team. The role focuses on EMI/EMC design, analysis, and test witness activities for the Sentinel (GBSD) program.

Early-career systems engineers contribute to design reviews, CDRLs, and IPT support while working under supervision. The engineer will apply EMI/EMC principles, develop test plans, and ensure compliance with MIL-STD-461G.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in EMI/EMC design, concepts, or testing.
• US Citizen with Active DoD Secret Clearance or higher.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with Systems Engineering tools.

Responsibilities

• Apply EMI/EMC principles to design and testing.
• Review designs and provide actionable feedback to IPTs.
• Develop EMI test plans and procedures and witness tests.
• Ensure MIL-STD-461G compliance across systems.

Skills

EMI/EMC design

MIL-STD-461/464

Technical problem solving

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Systems engineering or physics

Tools

DOORS

Cameo

Rhapsody

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking to add an Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) Engineer to its Specialty Engineering team located in Roy, UT in support of the Sentinel (GBSD) program. This position is for an early‑career systems engineer with a focus on design for electromagnetic interference and electromagnetic compatibility (EMI/EMC). The selected candidate will be expected to contribute to various efforts within the E3 Design Support team including design reviews, analysis, and E3 CDRLs development. The E3 engineer will, under the supervision of the E3 Design Lead or EMI Test Lead, review and provide actionable feedback on system designs to design teams for various Integrated Product Teams (IPTs).They will develop, follow, and apply EMI/EMC principles, techniques, and concepts. They will provide EMI test witnessing support, develop EMI test plans and procedures, and provide EMI Test guidance to IPTs that need to meet MIL‑STD‑461G requirements. The selected candidate will work under the direction of the E3 Design Support lead, or the EMI Test Support Lead.

In this position, you will be expected to:

• Apply sound technical principles, theories, and concepts in EMI/EMC design or EMI Test.
• Work on a wide range of technical problems and provide innovative solutions.
• Ensure systems and equipment meet MIL‑STD‑461, MIL‑STD‑464 and other compliance requirements.
• Work with fellow E3 engineers to review designs and ensure acceptable implementation of EMI/EMC controls.
• Review technical schematics, drawings, plans and/or specifications.
• Participate in the review of work products developed by others.

Basic Qualifications:

• A minimum of 2 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, system engineering, or physics from an accredited university; 0 Years with Masters
• 1+ years’ experience in electromagnetic interference (EMI) and/or electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) design, concepts, or testing.
• Must be a US Citizen with an Active DoD Secret Clearance with an investigation date within the last 6 years
• Must be able to be successfully screened for Enhanced Security Clearances, within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs
• Basic understanding of EMI/EMC concepts and controls.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Systems Engineering tools experience such as DOORS and/or Cameo.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using Automated EMI test software and data collection – TILE!.
• Proficient with requirements and MBSE management tools.
• Proficient with DOORS, Cameo, and/or Rhapsody.
• Prior weapon system experience (GBSD, Minuteman III or similar military or industry experience).
• Systems engineering experience.
• A current DoD Secret clearance or higher granted or re-investigated within the last 6 years.

Position Benefits:

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

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

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.

Relocation assistance may be available for the selected candidate.

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Primary Level Salary Range: $92,600.00 - $139,000.00

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.