Job Description
An employer in the Salt Lake City, UT market is seeking a Lead TEMPEST Electrical Engineer to lead TEMPEST programs supporting the design, analysis, testing, and certification of mission‑critical defense systems. In this role, you will serve as a technical authority for TEMPEST compliance, working across system and subsystem levels to ensure designs meet applicable NSA, DoD, and customer requirements. You will support architectural decisions, schematic and layout reviews, cable design, grounding and isolation strategies, and electromagnetic risk mitigation throughout the product lifecycle, using analysis and simulation tools to predict and resolve emissions issues.
This position also involves hands‑on leadership of TEMPEST laboratory and chamber testing, including pre‑test calibration, execution of test procedures, troubleshooting of anomalies, and development of TEMPEST control plans, Critical Features Lists, and formal test reports for customer and NSA review. You will participate in design reviews and proposal efforts, collaborate closely with cross‑functional engineering teams, government and NSA TEMPEST experts, and external suppliers, and provide technical guidance and mentoring to both engineering and non‑engineering staff. The role operates in a high‑accountability environment with increasing program demand and requires an active U.S. Secret security clearance (Top Secret preferred), along with demonstrated experience delivering compliant, certifiable defense systems in accordance with established TEMPEST standards.
This role is offering $110-120/hr.
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Required Skills & Experience
Certified TEMEPEST Professional (CTP) Level 1 or 2
10 years of relevant system engineering experience
Active Secret level DoD Clearance
Strong knowledge of electromagnetic theory, radiated/conducted emissions, signal and power coupling, and system susceptibility
Hands-on working experience of spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, TEMPEST receivers, signal generators, and semi-anechoic chambers
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.