TEMPEST Engineer

ClearanceJobs is currently partnering with our customer, a technology company that crafts, deploys and operates innovative SATCOM products and services, to assist in hiring an TEMPEST Engineer on a full time, permanent basis. This position must be performed onsite in Tempe, AZ and requires an active DoD Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain Top Secret security clearance. Active Top Secret security clearance nice to have. Relocation package available for non-local candidates open to relocating.

Title: TEMPEST Engineer

Location: Tempe, AZ (Onsite)

Salary Range: $148K-190K (dependent upon experience)

Travel: Up to 15%

Category: Engineering

Security Clearance: Active DoD Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain Top Secret security clearance

Business Function: Government

What You’ll Do:

You will craft, test, certify, and build high assurance encryption products aligned with NSA TEMPEST requirements. Use your TEMPEST design expertise for new HAIPE, EDE, Space, and Tactical high assurance encryptors, as well as execute production TEMPEST sampling program and address any test failures to root cause.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with analog and digital hardware design engineers and mechanical engineers to create TEMPEST compliant products
• Recommend circuits, participate in design reviews, conduct tests on new TEMPEST solutions
• Review Schematic/CAD designs
• Develop TEMPEST Test plans, procedures, and reports
• Participate in the initial Certification and Submittal phase of the company’s new TEMPEST facility and oversee certification under the TEMPEST Manufacturing and Test Services Program
• Perform testing in accordance with NSTISSAM TEMPEST/1-92, CNSSAM TEMPEST 01-02
• Collaborate with in-house and contract test technicians to conduct experimental (engineering) and formal (for score) TEMPEST tests
• Execute the company’s production sampling TEMPEST program
• Collaborate with NSA to achieve successful TEMPEST test results and product certification
• Support the EMI/EMC qualification of products

Qualifications:

• Active DoD Secret Clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret when administratively feasible
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Sciences or relevant technical field
• Certification of a Level I CTP (Certified Tempest Professional)
• 3 years hardware design for TEMPEST secure products
• 3 years of TEMPEST experience post CTP certification
• Proven experience with NSTISSAM TEMPEST/1-92 and CNSSAM TEMPEST/01-02 specifications
• Demonstrated experience with MIL-STD-461/464 and/or DO-160 EMI/EMC standards, a plus
• Validated understanding with TEMPEST test equipment such as TEMPEST receivers, oscilloscopes, dynamic signal analyzers and signal generators
• Foundational knowledge of analog and digital logic and timing considerations
• Solid written and verbal communication skills, ability to work with a temporally and geographically diverse team
• Familiarity with production related processes and common failure modes
• Able to be a part of a multidisciplinary team to evaluate and troubleshoot production related issues
• Ability to travel up to 15%
• Relocation package available

Nice to Have:

• Experience with MIL-STD-461/464 and/or DO-160 EMI/EMC standards

About the Company:

One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. ClearanceJobs’ customer is on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, our customer has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. Our customer is looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join their team.

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), Fitness Reimbursement, Wellness discounts, Concierge programs for cancer care, Health management programs, Wellness Center located at Headquarters in Carlsbad, CA, Preventive Care, Back-up child and adult/elder care, Life and AD&D Insurance, Business Travel and Accident Insurance, Supplemental Health Insurance, Emergency Business Travel Medical Insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Estate planning, Short and Long Term Disability Insurance, 401K Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Program, Flexible time off, As Needed Sick Leave, Paid Holidays, Medical Leave (including maternity), Family Leave (including parenting and care for family member), Bereavement Leave, Military leave, Continuing Education Bonus, and more additional perks!

*Note: Company may consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience. Base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.