Job ID: 8471Date Posted: June 23, 2026Position OverviewSpace Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking a senior-level Electrical Engineer specializing in Nuclear Hardness & Survivability (NH&S) of Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) to directly support ICBM Sentinel System Program Office (SPO) development with our C4ISR Systems Division.The selected candidate must be an expert in Electro‑Magnetic Radiation (EMR) and have the ability to ensure that Sentinel requirements are met in the areas of Electro‑Magnetic Interference (EMI), Electro‑Magnetic Compatibility (EMC), Electro‑Static Discharge (ESD), Hazards of Electromagnetic Radiation to Ordinance (HERO), Shielding Effectiveness (SE), High‑altitude Electro‑Magnetic Pulse (HEMP), Systems generated Electro‑Magnetic Pulse (SREMP), TEMPEST, and Lightning effects.This position requires onsite support on our Ogden, UT campus.What You'll Be DoingSentinel E3 development with special emphasis on nuclear hardness and survivability in electromagnetic environments including design and evaluation of weapon components, equipment, and subsystemsWork with Sentinel requirements and ensures compliance within ICBM environments, including temperature, altitude, vibration, shock, acceleration, humidity, sand and dust, low pressure, drop, acoustic noise, power variations, and radiation, such that all Sentinel sites, subsystems, and facilities become Certified and Accredited (C&A)Perform technical requirements analysis pertaining to nuclear weapon NH&S/E3Ensure Sentinel requirements are met within ICBM environments, addressing compromising Electro‑Magnetic (EM) emanations (e.g. HEMP, TEMPEST), ensuring Emission Security (EMSEC) for Sentinel systems and their processing of NC2 information, and new Sentinel facilities at multiple ICBM sitesAssess the EMI/CMC risk of unintentional radio, electrical, opto‑electrical signals, sounds, and vibrations to protect ICBM classified or sensitive nuclear command, control, and communiques (NC3) information governed by the National Security Agency (NSA)Additional responsibilitiesContribute to systems and specialty engineering tasks, ensuring Sentinel design, development, and production meet the Weapons Systems Specifications (WSS) for both the SPO and the Integrated Product Team (IPT)Prevent Sentinel system and NC3 information espionage via EMR emanations, acoustic emissions, or other potential compromising signals or emanationsAnalyze shielding effectiveness and grounding techniques to protect against EMR and ensure communications security (COMSEC)Analyze, prepare, and review documentation for highly complex missile engineering and operational acquisition for NH&S, especially E3/EMR hardnessRecommend Sentinel design modifications to eliminate or mitigate NH&S/E3 system malfunctionReview system requirements, specifications or changes for emission security (EMSEC) to prevent compromising emanations (TEMPEST)Required QualificationsMust be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearanceGraduate degree in electrical engineering15+ years of relevant experience in E3, EMSEC, TEMPEST, or related electromagnetic effects within defense or national security programsNuclear weapons E3 EMR expertise such as HEMP, HERO, and/or nuclear weapon TEMPEST certificationNuclear weapons environmental qualifications testing expertise in domains such as Temperature/Altitude, Vibration, Shock, Acceleration, and Ionizing RadiationWorking knowledge of electromagnetic vulnerabilities and mitigation techniques, including shielding effectiveness, grounding/bonding, and emission control strategiesAbility to translate ambiguous or evolving requirements into actionable engineering guidanceGood understanding of semiconductors, signal processing, and wireless communicationStrong communication skills and the ability to work across technical and non‑technical teamsPreferred QualificationsActive Top Secret/SCI Access ClearancePractical understanding of NSTISSAM TEMPEST guidance and its application in system design and facility environmentsDemonstrated hands‑on experience supporting TEMPEST evaluation, certification, or accreditation activities (e.g., system or facility‑level assessments)Experience interpreting and implementing EMSEC requirements in coordination with government stakeholders (e.g., NSA, service certification authorities, or program offices)Experience supporting TEMPEST test events, red/black engineering, or facility accreditation effortsFamiliarity with MIL‑STD‑461, MIL‑STD‑464, and MIL‑STD‑188‑125 in the context of E3/EMI/EMC and EMSEC integrationExperience with HEMP, lightning effects, HERO, or broader E3 domainsPrior experience in a UARC, FFRDC, or government laboratory environmentAdditional InformationThis role may require travel to government and test facilitiesSelected candidates may be required to attend specialized TEMPEST training (e.g., National TEMPEST School)Salary Range$150,000 - $205,000Salary commensurate on education and relevant experience#J-18808-Ljbffr