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# Space Staff Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Northrop Grumman
- **Location:** Dulles, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $177,000 - $265,600
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Automation of Tests, Network Analysis, Systems Development Life Cycle, SAP (Applications), Software Engineering, Subsystems, Hfss
- **Published:** October 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/space-staff-systems-engineer-sterling-va--95fb9399-5014-4898-96a1-4851df9b0194

## About the Role

Systems Engineering, Diversity, Electromagnetic Compatibility, Electromagnetic Interference (EMI), Analysis Skills, Product Lifecycle, Testing, Strategic Planning, Electromagnetism, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), * Bachelor''s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 12+ years of related experience; OR Master''s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 10+ years of related experience; OR PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 8+ years of related experience

 * Active U.S. Government Top Secret (TS) Clearance at time of application
 * Ability to obtain and maintain Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) access as determined by business needs.
 * Experience defining E3 requirements, decomposition, and flow-down for space systems.
 * Extensive technical knowledge and experience complying with relevant E3 and EMI/EMC standards such as MIL-STD-461, SMC-S-008, and MIL-STD-464, and familiarity with related aerospace and commercial EMC standards.
 * Experience working with cross-functional teams (Electrical, Mechanical, Thermal, Systems) to develop integrated EMI/EMC compliance solutions.
 * Experience in electromagnetics and/or RF design, such as work with circuit design, cable shielding, interference coupling, antennas, or filters.
 * Analytical skills including reliability and risk mitigation.

Preferred Qualifications:

 * Experience with EMI/EMC design, analysis, and testing of space systems programs.
 * Experience with EMI/EMC test equipment including EMI receivers, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal/pulse generators, network analyzers, RF generators/amplifiers/monitors/antennas, current probes, LISNs, and EMI/EMC automated test software such as TILE or Nexio.
 * Experience building and running numerical models for EM, ESD, and/or RF characterization using tools such as HFSS, CST and/or EMA.

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## Description

As an EMI/EMC Engineer you will perform EMI/EMC design, analysis, test, and compliance verification process from component to system level throughout the entire product lifecycle., * Serve as a recognized subject matter expert and technical authority, providing design guidance and strategic direction for Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) controls across the NG Space Systems Sector.

 * Lead E3 activities in all phases of a program life cycle from concept to delivery.
 * Understanding, decomposing, tailoring, and allocating system and component level EMI/EMC requirements including Radiated/Conducted Emissions and Susceptibility (RE/RS/CE/CS), Grounding, DC Bonding, and Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) to meet system performance for all aspects of E3 compliance.
 * Leading EMI/EMC design, analysis, and test across multiple programs, providing independent review and approval of critical technical artifacts.
 * Defining E3 compliance architecture for space vehicles, subsystems and components.
 * Preparing and reviewing EMI/EMC documents including Control Plans, Test Plans and Procedures, and Qualification Test Reports.
 * Developing analytical and numerical models to quantify the E3 environment in support of the design and verification process, including models for shielding, circuit/cable isolation, interference coupling, charging, and ESD.
 * Supporting EMI/EMC test planning and execution in a laboratory setting, using a variety of EMI, RF, and electronics test equipment.
 * Leading non-compliance root-cause investigations and troubleshooting EMI issues from board to system level, providing practical, workable solutions.
 * Contributing to proposal efforts by providing detailed E3 technical strategy, and basis of estimate (BOE) inputs.
 * Representing E3 Specialty Engineering in technical meetings, design reviews, customer acceptance reviews, test readiness reviews, and other program reviews.
 * Review and approve EMI/EMC subcontractor deliverables.
 * Establishing and enforcing E3 design standards, best practices, and lessons learned across the organization.
 * Guiding, mentoring, and assisting in the technical development of junior and mid-level EMI/EMC engineers.
 * Occasional travel to assist in testing and reviews and occasional off-shift work, as required.