Advanced Electrical Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 1, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 27, 2026. General Dynamics Mission Systems scores A on the Alion truth index.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Department of Defense Secret security clearance required at time of hire. Applicant must be able to acquire clearance level to Top Secret in a reasonable amount of time after hire.
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.
Responsibilities for this Position
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, EME, and TEMPEST support to a multitude of programs. 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, Secure Network and Voice Products, Tactical Communications Systems, and ruggedized communications and computer equipment for military applications.
We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences:
- Strong background in Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) including Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility (EMI/EMC).
- Experience in providing EMI/EMC design support for compliance with Military and Space standards.
- Participating in design reviews and providing detailed design guidance on filters, RF shielding, EMI gaskets, transient protection needs, and cable design/shielding.
- Transient protection for electromagnetic threats including HEMP, Lightning, electrostatic discharge and recommending transient protection devices.
- Experience with Electromagnetic Simulation tools such as ANSYS HFSS and EMC Plus in support of EMI/EMC design and analyses.
- Experience generating EMI/EMC Control Plans, Test Plan/Procedures, and Test Reports.
- Hands on experience in performing EMI/EMC testing in accordance with all versions of MIL-STD-461 and use of NEXIO BAT-EMC, EMC32, or TILE! software.
- Troubleshooting hardware problems and recommending cost effective solutions with minimal design impact.
- Experience with TEMPEST and RED/BLACK isolation design is also desirable.
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
- Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation
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 EMC/TEMPEST Engineering Group at the GDMS Scottsdale Facility.
Salary Note
This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.Combined Salary Range
USD $124,397.00 - USD $138,003.00 /Yr.Company Overview
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