EMI/EMC Support Engineer

Education Requirements:

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field. Also requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience.

Clearance Requirements:

Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Must be able to obtain an SCI.  Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:

As an electrical engineer for the GDMS Space, Cyber & Intelligence Systems (SC&I) Engineering Support Group, you’ll be a member of a cross functional team responsible for providing EMI/EMC and TEMPEST support to a multitude of programs.

GDMS is seeking an experienced Engineer with a strong background in Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) including Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility (EMI/EMC) and Electromagnetic Effects (EME). Experience with TEMPEST and RED/BLACK design is also desirable.  As a member of the GDMS EMC/TEMPEST Group the candidate will perform design, analysis and testing tasks for a wide variety of Space hardware and systems, tactical communications systems, and ruggedized communications and computer equipment for military applications. Products range from tabletop subsystems, to large complex systems, and vehicular systems.

EMI/EMC tasks include:

• Review of customer requirement specifications for E3 requirements for new product proposals.
• Participate in design reviews and provide detailed design guidance on filters, shielding of ventilation, gaskets, transient protection needs, cable shielding, etc.
• Provide cost effective E3 design guidance needed for compliance with military EMI and EME standards.
• Determine the need for transient protection for electromagnetic threats including HEMP, Lightning, electrostatic discharge, etc. and recommend transient protection devices.
• Use Electromagnetic modeling tools such as ANSYS in support of EMI/EMC and E3 design.
• Perform EMI/EMC testing and troubleshoot equipment problems as needed and recommend cost effective solutions with minimal design impact.
• Prepare EMI/EMC test plans and reports.

Required skills include:

• Ability to provide detailed EMI/EMC and EME design guidance.
• Perform testing in accordance with MIL-STD-461C/D/E/F/G.
• Familiar with MIL-STD-464D for providing compliance design support.
• Modeling/Simulation software experience.
• Familiarity with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, EMI receivers, Spectrum and Network analyzers, etc.
• Familiarity with test equipment control programs such as TILE!, NEXIO BAT-EMC, or EMC32.
• Candidate must be able to work independently, communicate clearly and effectively with internal employees and customer

Also required:

• Demonstrated mastery of practical engineering application.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft tools including Word, Excel, etc.
• Familiarity with military EMI standards, including MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-464, etc.
• Works under consultative direction on predetermined long-range objectives.
• Also willing to work in a test lab environment and be trained in other test areas such as TEMPEST.
• Assignments and training may be self-initiated.
• Works on unusually complex problems and provides creative and innovative solutions.
• May function in a project support leadership role where erroneous decisions or recommendations may have long-term effects 
• Travel may be required 

We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences:

What sets you apart: 

• Proficient using electrical engineering computer-aided design (CAD) tools and mixed Signal circuit analysis/design
• Habitually ahead of technology trends, with background in test, troubleshooting, and reading circuit card schematics
• Motivated to drive innovation around design architectures, assembly, component selection, and electronics design
• Research & Development experience including concept, design, modeling, prototyping, and testing
• Collaborative team player committed to ongoing professional development for yourself and others

Our Commitment to You:

• An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development. 
• Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
• Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
• Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
• See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

 
Workplace Options:

This position is 100% on-site.
While on-site, you will be a part of the GDMS Scottsdale Hayden Facility.

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans