About Careertakes

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Position overview

Confidential Client is seeking entry-level electrical engineers to join a TEMPEST / electromagnetic effects (E3) design and analysis team supporting defense and aerospace systems. This role focuses on TEMPEST compliance, HFSS-based modeling and analysis, and supporting design verification across systems ranging from submersible platforms to space. This is a full-time, first-shift, 9/80 schedule position based in West Melbourne, FL.

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What You’ll Do

• Perform TEMPEST design and analysis using HFSS and other RF/EM simulation tools.
• Evaluate electrical and system drawings for compliance with NSTISSAM 1-92 (TEMPEST) requirements.
• Develop test control plans, test procedures, and test reports to verify TEMPEST mitigations.
• Work with system architects, test teams, and cross-functional engineers to translate TEMPEST requirements into designs and testable deliverables.
• Propose and implement mitigation techniques to achieve TEMPEST compliance.
• Support test coordination and provide technical input during system integration and verification.
• Travel up to 10% annually as needed.
• Must be able to obtain a U.S. security clearance (see Qualifications).

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Qualifications

Minimum requirements:

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field — OR — completed a Bachelor’s degree within the last 12 months.
• Hands-on familiarity or coursework with RF/EM concepts; experience with HFSS or similar EM simulation tools is strongly preferred.
• Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for technical reporting and cross-team coordination.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary, agile engineering environment.

Security & legal:

• You must be eligible to obtain a U.S. security clearance as a condition of employment. Security clearances typically require U.S. citizenship.
• Employment subject to background checks and pre-employment substance screening where permitted by law.

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Preferred / Nice-to-have

• Prior academic or internship experience with TEMPEST / E3 topics.
• Knowledge of NSTISSAM 1-92 standards or other TEMPEST guidance.
• Experience with test planning and test reporting in lab or field environments.
• Familiarity with defense or aerospace system development lifecycle.

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Compensation & location

• Estimated pay (from source posting): $65,483 per year (estimated).
• Location: West Melbourne, FL — on-site / local work expected per role requirements.

Note: Careertakes and the Confidential Client comply with applicable state and federal employment laws. If pay transparency laws require more detailed salary information for this location, additional compensation details will be provided in the job posting or upon request.

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Why this role matters

This is an opportunity to join a focused TEMPEST engineering team early in your career, develop specialized EM and TEMPEST expertise, and contribute to mission-critical systems used across air, land, sea, and space domains. The role supports long-term technical growth with pathways toward advanced technical roles.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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