Senior Electromagnetic Compatibility Engineer

Position Description

If you seek a rewarding, high profile and challenging position supporting projects for the US Navy, then Serco has a wonderful opportunity for you!  

As the Senior Electromagnetic Compatibility Engineer, you will be on a dynamic team providing technical and programmatic support to the Technical Directorate of the VIRGINIA Class Submarine Program (PMS450) and the U.S. Navy’s Team Submarine Program Offices at the Washington Navy Yard in Washington, DC!  Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact on our military defense and safety of our sailors and contribute and influence the Navy's future, premier nuclear submarines.

PMS450 is the acquisition program office for the New Construction of Attack Submarines and for identifying, assembling, managing, directing, and coordinating the resources required for the R&D, design, construction, Test and Evaluation (T&E), Live Fire Test and Evaluation (LFT&E), and Fleet introduction of the U.S. Navy’s newest class of nuclear attack submarines. PMS450  is responsible for developing and deploying a more affordable, nuclear-powered attack submarine with multi-mission capability and enhanced capabilities for performance in littoral areas. VIRGINIA Class submarines support five of the six Navy core maritime capabilities: Deterrence, Maritime Security, Sea Control, Forward Presence, and Power Projection

In this role, you will:

• Analyze electromagnetic coupling and potential electromagnetic interference (EMI) problems on submarine systems, EMC testing, determination of EMC test requirements for system procurement specifications, and shipboard system testing/troubleshooting.
• Develop and implement Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) requirements and evaluate potentially damaged equipment, and deckplate support for ESD issues/concerns that arise.  
• Using whole-ship analysis and modeling, research of sensor systems, and supporting development of systems and methods that reduce Underwater Electromagnetics (UEM) signature.
• Conduct research, development, test, and integration of custom embedded systems and special communications capabilities.
• Contribute to the development of rapid engineering solutions to emergent non-conventional threats, specializing in turning high-level requirements into engineering designs that integrate microelectronics with novel fabrication techniques.
• Complete the design and development of electrical circuits, with minimal oversight and guidance.
• Perform analog/digital circuit design, embedded microcontroller design, and compact antenna design and integration.
• Perform modeling of circuits, schematic capture, PCB layout, and circuit assembly / fabrication techniques.
• Develop coding to enable electronic designs.
• Present technical status and decisions during design reviews.
• Support integration and testing of developed products to ensure reliable functionality.
• Participate and lead developmental and verification testing, including extensive electromagnetic and environmental testing to enable rapid response to emergent Navy and national requirements.
• Work with Project Lead(s) to analyze and refine requirements, perform alternative solutions by research and investigation, and identify technical risks.
• Develop documentation of design solutions and adhere to established configuration management processes
• Support Preliminary Design Reviews, and Critical Design Reviews; EMC analyses (analytical and numerical), E3 Test Readiness Reviews and witness E3 tests.
• Support design engineers with consultation and review of electronic circuitry, bonding, grounding and cable designs for EMC compliance.
• Support projects in new modeling and simulation techniques for design and testing hardware.
• Support design engineers in bench top lab EMI assessments/Engineering Evaluations.
• Develop correlation equations to estimate pass/fail criteria in onsite EMI chambers.
• Be able to look at programs from a system perspective with respect to EMC/EMI areas early in a project. This may include Risk Analysis and recommendations for design changes.
• Educate personnel via Training, Team Talks, e-mail reminders, or through the use of online training to prevent future spillages and recommend policy or procedural changes when needed.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• An active or current DoD Secret clearance.
• US Citizenship.
• Bachelor's of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics or related field.
  • An Associate's Degree and 2 years of additional experience will be considered in lieu of Bachelor's Degree or a High School Diploma/GED and 4 years of additional experience will be considered in lieu of Bachelor's Degree.
• 8 years of related/similar experience in electromagnetic/electrical.
• Sound experience with space, military or commercial EMI/EMC design, test planning, execution and mitigation.
• Sound knowledge of and experience in EMI/EMC compliance design and testing per MIL-STD-461 standards for system level and sub-system (box) level electrical/electronic systems.
• Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team consisting of systems engineers, electrical and electronics engineers, acquisition professionals, and logistics and sustainment professionals to achieve program outcomes.
• General knowledge of and basic hands-on experience with of all associated EMI/EMC laboratory test equipment including: Spectrum Analyzers, Radiofrequency (RF) Amplifiers, Signal Generators, EMI Receivers, Antennas, Directional Couplers, and Power Meters.
• An understanding of and ability to specify electronic system test hardware such as oscilloscopes, multi-meters, logic analyzers, function generators, electronic load banks, power supplies, power analyzers, network components etc.
• Ability to facilitate and coordinate efforts with key government and non-government stakeholders.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrates strong quantitative, analytical and conceptual thinking skills.
• Must work well within a time sensitive environment.
• Ability to learn and grow individually, while mentoring junior team members effectively, building team cohesion and capacity
• Ability to be flexible both in relation to job-specification and schedules.
• Demonstrate the ability to interact with senior management on complex technical issues
• Ability to work both in a team environment and independently, and often under short, multiple deadlines.
• Ability to be a team player, work well with others and contribute positively to work/team environment while continually seeking ways to enhance contribution to the team.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time and some travel outside the DC area may be required.

Additional desired experience and skills:

• Master's Degree.
• Electromagnetic analysis/evaluation/modeling.
• Knowledge of naval ships/submarines, ship systems, or subsystems.
• Electromagnetic hands-on testing (DoD or commercial), including familiarity with oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, function generators, and other general electrical test equipment
• Evaluate and recommend materials, components, and design modifications to improve EMC/EMI performance based on analysis and testing results
• Collaborate with design and development teams to integrate EMC/EMI considerations into product designs, ensuring optimal performance
• Electrostatic discharge analysis/evaluation/testing/program management
• Ship/submarine signatures
• Practical/theoretical EMC or ESD experience, particularly with requirements associated with MIL-STD-461, DOD-STD-1399 Section 070, NAVSEA S9407-AB-HBK-010, ANSI/ESD S20.20, IEC 61000-4-2, or MIL-STD-1686.
• Familiarity with MATLAB, Opera 3d (or other finite element analysis software), LabVIEW, SPICE-based simulation software, Visual Studio (using Visual Basic-based language), and/or Teamcenter.
• Experience working in DoD or DoN environments is preferred.
• Experience supporting a submarine acquisition program
• Applicant should be highly motivated and well organized with strong project management skills, and should be capable of working independently and in a team environment.
• Active NNPI account and CAC
• 5 years of experience with Navy acquisition and Submarine Programs.
• Experience leading a project and interfacing with an end item customer.
• Knowledge of Program Management, including the acquisition process, the budgeting process and Navy program execution.
• Active-Duty Experience in the submarine service.
• Recent experience in Team Submarine.

Take this opportunity to join a high-performing team, advance your career, and make a real difference supporting America’s Navy. Join the Serco team today!

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Company Overview

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.

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Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balance—so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time-off programs that support work-life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of the posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities.

Benefits HIGHLIGHTS – Comprehensible Benefits for Full-time Employees (Part-time members receive a customized package tailored to their role).

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract
• 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Employee Assistance Plan that includes counseling conditions
• Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific contract as well as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement or the Service Contract Act.

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