Principal, EMP/TEMPEST Engineer (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-09-08

 Country:

United States of America

 Location:

US-TX-RICHARDSON-462 ~ 3200 E Renner Rd ~ RENNER BLDG 462

 Position Role Type:

Onsite

 U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

 Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Top Secret

 Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The Environmental Effects Engineering team at Collins Aerospace is seeking an experienced EMP–TEMPEST Electrical Engineer with a current CTP-II certification or someone actively pursuing CTP-II certification to join our Richardson, TX facility. This position will support programs within the Richardson IS portfolio as well as other Collins Aerospace SBUs, including but not limited to Mission Systems and Avionics Systems.

The engineer will be responsible for providing design-support activities related to EMP and TEMPEST disciplines for products and subsystems of moderate to high complexity, as well as supporting programs during bid phases, requirements allocation, and system design and development.

What You Will Do :

• •Travel for EMP or TEMPEST testing, business meetings, and customer engagements will be required.​
• •Serve assigned projects as the focal point for EMP and TEMPEST activities, including:
• •Contribute to engineering program pursuits and bid estimates
• •Support the acquisition process by developing EMP-compliant designs to achieve compliance with existing and emerging EMP tests associated with MIL-STD-188-125-1, MIL-STD-188-125-2, MIL-STD-2169, MIL-STD-3023, and MIL-STD-464
• •Knowledge and understanding of MIL-STD-461 and/or DO-160 is a plus, but not required
• •Knowledge and understanding of the EMI/EMC discipline is desired, but not required
• •Perform requirements capture activities (review, parse, and translate TEMPEST, EMP, EMC/EMI, and power input requirements)
• •Support documentation needs for each assigned project, including:

• •Preparation and review of TEMPEST control plans, test procedures, and test reports (if already a CTP)
• •Preparation and review of EMP environments for Nuclear Survivability Design Analysis Reports, test procedures/test reports
• •Contribute to development of Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) Integration and Analysis Reports (E3IAR)
• •Generate repeatable test procedures and physical test setups using appropriate test equipment and data-recording methods based on applicable military and commercial standards
• •Develop and review TEMPEST test reports
• •Provide support to programs during the design and development phases
• •Coordinate and schedule in-house and external test activities
• •Validate laboratory test setups and methods to ensure compliance with test procedures and applicable standards
• •Interface with project engineers, as necessary, to support program activities
• •Operate and learn the system under test and gain proficiency with systems being evaluated
• •Conduct and lead day-to-day EMP and TEMPEST testing activities, working independently across multiple projects and tasks
• •Generate and review EMP and TEMPEST test data
• •Apply electromagnetic principles to perform EMP and TEMPEST analysis and/or testing to verify radiated and conducted electromagnetic compliance of aircraft or other systems/subsystems
• •Apply electromagnetic principles to document and solve complex problems
• •Assist project engineers in gathering, setting up, and collecting data for ad-hoc evaluations outside formal testing events
• •Provide mentoring to junior EMP and TEMPEST engineers

Qualifications You Must Have:

• •U.S. citizenship only (dual citizenship not permitted) is required, as access to information under this program/contract is restricted to individuals with sole U.S. citizenship.
• •Ability to obtain a US DoD Top Secret Security Clearance (Selected Candidate will be subject to a government security investigation/reinstatement and must meet eligibility requirements) ​
• •Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
• •Active TEMPEST testing experience within the last 2 years and experience submitting TEMPEST reports for approval
• •Valid CTP-II certification, with at least 1 year of remaining validity from the date of application
• •Minimum of 8 years EMI/EMC experience with MIL-STD-461 D/E/F/G (or DO-160) plus 2 years TEMPEST testing experience
• •Experience developing EMI qualification test procedures and reports and supporting EMI qualification testing in a laboratory
• •Willingness to be on call for security-related matters and assume custodial responsibilities for the lab, as needed
• •Expert user of oscilloscopes, signal generators, and other TEMPEST test equipment

Qualifications We Prefer:

• •Minimum 10 years experience with MIL-STD-188-125-1/2 standards
• •Minimum 5–7 years experience with MIL-STD-2169 standard
• •Minimum 3 years experience with MIL-STD-3023 standard
• •Experience with NSTISSAM TEMPEST/1-92
• •Experience with CNSSAM TEMPEST/01-02
• •Experience testing communication, display, and advanced computer systems for EMP and TEMPEST compliance
• •Ability to conduct hands-on troubleshooting using engineering lab equipment (oscilloscopes, signal generators, etc.)
• •Knowledge of digital signal processing
• •Excellent communication skills, including writing technical documentation and presenting to customers and mid-level managers
• •Self-directed and capable of meeting cost, schedule, and performance objectives with minimal oversight
• •Active TEMPEST testing experience within the last 2 years with TEMPEST report submissions
• •Valid CTP-II certification with at least 1 year remaining validity
• •Responsiveness to customer needs and ability to work with multiple customers daily
• •Detail-oriented and a strong team player

What We Offer ​

• •Medical, dental, and vision insurance ​
• •Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees ​
• •Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option ​
• •Tuition reimbursement program ​
• •Student Loan Repayment Program ​
• •Life insurance and disability coverage ​
• •Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection ​
• •Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits ​
• •Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning ​
• •Adoption Assistance ​
• •Autism Benefit ​
• •Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions ​
• •Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program ​
• •Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits ​
• •Bright Horizons, child and elder care services ​
• •Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program ​
• •And more!

May be eligible for relocation

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