Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. Our Engineering and Sciences (E&S) organization pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills and innovative technologies to develop, test, produce, and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission!
We are 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 to ensure our products meet demanding EMI/EMC requirements. You’ll join a friendly, team-oriented lab where engineers and technicians work closely together, share knowledge, and help each other solve challenging EMI problems.
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 - $213,400.00The 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.Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, electronics engineering, physics, or a related STEM discipline and 9+ years of relevant experience; alternatively, a master’s degree with 7+ years of experience.
- U.S. citizenship.
- Active U.S. Government Secret Clearance or higher, 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 results interpretation.
- Expertise operating and configuring oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, RF preamplifiers, LISNs, transient generators, and related EMI test equipment.
- Experience leading troubleshooting and resolution of EMI/EMC test failures, including recommending and validating mitigation strategies.
- Experience mentoring junior engineers or technicians in EMI/EMC test methods and lab processes.
- Strong collaboration skills and ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
- Willingness to support extended work weeks and weekend testing.
- Ability to work onsite full-time in Woodland Hills, California.
- Master’s degree in electrical engineering, electronics engineering, or a related STEM discipline.
- Extensive system-level and subsystem-level EMI/EMC testing experience in defense or aerospace applications.
- Familiarity with EMI/EMC test facility operations, chamber characterization, calibration, and test automation.
- Experience with RF and high-speed digital systems, grounding, shielding, and cable management.
- Experience with data acquisition and automation tools such as LabVIEW or Python.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including preparation and presentation of test plans, technical reviews, and customer-facing results.
Northrop Grumman Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Northrop Grumman and has not been reviewed or approved by Northrop Grumman.
-
Healthcare Strength — Health coverage offers multiple medical plan options by region alongside dental, vision, mental‑health resources, and wellness programs. Recent materials also highlight added family‑building support, including a dedicated fertility benefit.
-
Retirement Support — The 401(k) savings plan is positioned as competitive with a company match, auto‑escalation features, and access to an employee stock fund/ESPP. Official filings and benefits guides emphasize retirement as a core element of the Total Rewards package.
-
Leave & Time Off Breadth — Many sites offer a 9/80 schedule, generous PTO, paid holidays, and flexible/telework options where program needs allow. Paid parental and caregiver leave are prominently featured, with recent enhancements for the delivering parent.
Northrop Grumman Insights
What We Do
We are a close-knit community of big thinkers collaborating to keep the world safe. Our passion, creativity and expertise bring next-level technology solutions to life in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, strike, space, and logistics and modernization for our customers around the globe. On the Northrop Grumman team, you’ll join our pursuit of excellence immersed in a dynamic culture of innovation and respect. Your unique perspective will help achieve our shared vision for the future of global security. Every step of the way, you'll be supported by world-class training, employee resource groups and a comprehensive benefits package that enables greater health and happiness for you and your family. Worldwide and across disciplines, we’re challenging what’s possible for technology to protect people and places from undersea to outer space and into cyberspace. And we see the impact of our performance every day. We are Northrop Grumman, and we work on what matters—now, you too can make a difference. Explore opportunities in engineering, IT, manufacturing, business management, cybersecurity and more with us. Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
