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About General Dynamics
General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation, ship construction, land combat vehicles, and information technology. It serves customers in the U.S. government, allied governments, and a diverse array of commercial markets.
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The TEMPEST / EMI- Engineering Support Specialist joins the EMI/TEMPEST Group to perform specialized testing and support the development of TEMPEST Test Plans and Reports. This role involves evaluating a wide variety of tactical communications systems, rugged communications equipment, and computer equipment for military applications, ranging from tabletop subsystems to large complex vehicular systems. The specialist will perform testing in accordance with TEMPEST/1-92, CNSSAM TEMPEST 01-02, and MIL-STD-461 standards. Key responsibilities include troubleshooting test issues in a lab environment, managing equipment calibrations, and utilizing tools such as EMI/TEMPEST Receivers, Oscilloscopes, Spectrum Analyzers, Network Analyzers, and Signal Generators. The position addresses critical national security needs by ensuring electromagnetic security for defense and intelligence services through rigorous technical verification and continuous innovation.
Perform TEMPEST testing on tactical communications, rugged communications, and computer equipment.
Develop and support the creation of TEMPEST Test Plans and Reports.
Conduct testing in accordance with TEMPEST/1-92, CNSSAM TEMPEST 01-02, and MIL-STD-461 standards.
Troubleshoot test issues and failures within a laboratory environment to recommend technical solutions.
Manage the calibration and repair of various test equipment including receivers and spectrum analyzers.
Identify opportunities to apply AI for continuous process improvement and innovation.
What we're looking for
U.S. citizenship is required.
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire.
Requires a Bachelor's or Technology degree in Engineering or a related field, or 4 years of job-related experience.
Requires an additional 8+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 6+ years of job-related experience.
Currently a Certified TEMPEST Professional Level I or II (preferred).
Have the required training/experience to obtain TEMPEST Certification within 12 months (preferred).
Familiar with testing in accordance with TEMPEST/1-92, CNSSAM TEMPEST 01-02, and/or MIL-STD-461 (preferred).
Familiarity with test equipment including EMI/TEMPEST Receivers, Oscilloscopes, Spectrum Analyzers, Network Analyzers, and Signal Generators (preferred).
TEMPEST
EMI
NSTISSAM TEMPEST/1-92
CNSSAM TEMPEST 01-02
Oscilloscopes
Signal Generators
Dynamic Signal Analyzers
TEMPEST Receivers
Electrical Engineering
AI
Test Plans
Test Reports
Artificial Intelligence
Blockchain
AR/VR
Cloud Native
Quantum Physics
Linux
Software GUI Testing
System Integration
System Level Design
Electronics Systems
Switch Architecture
Test Procedures