Electrical Engineer

Overview

This position description is subject to change at any time as needed to meet the requirements of the program or company.

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

V2X has been at the forefront of electromagnetic spectrum engineering and digital systems integration for clients for more than 30 years. V2X is hiring multiple E3 and Electrical Engineers that range in seniority to assess electromagnetic integration challenges and solutions space for radar and other sensor systems on current Navy platforms and platforms in development. Candidates should have interest in performing computational analysis, testing and evaluations of US Navy ships radars, wireless communication systems, and antennas.

This position is located full-time on-site at Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD). This role requires infrequent travel < 25% of the time. Potential to be on travel at a government site (CONUS and OCONUS) and/or underway on US Navy ships for 7-14 days for test events. This position requires an active DoD Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide total life-cycle support for radar systems beginning with up-front Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) related engineering support during development.
• Conduct characterization analyses and develop mitigation options for predictions of Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) with new and installed radar systems.
• Perform computational analysis of Electromagnetic interference (EMI) or compatibility (EMC) for US Navy ships Spectrum Dependent Systems (SDS).
• Travel to government sites and/or aboard US Navy ships for test or certification events.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications:
  • Education and Experience:
    • Bachelor's (4 year) degree from an accredited College or University in a related STEM field.
    • Computational analysis of radar systems RF emissions using MATLAB or Python.
    • Demonstrated experience in theoretical and practical aspects of research, development, test, engineering, or integration of Navy Radars.
    • RF test instrument experience (i.e., spectrum analyzer, signal generator, filters, couplers, and blankers).
    • US Navy ship engineering field experience or prior USN service.
  • Skills:
    • The following skills are necessary:
      • Knowledge of US Navy ships Spectrum Dependent Systems (SDS) to include radar, Electronic Warfare (EW), and communications systems.
      • Professional engineering documentation and writing skills, including the ability to interpret engineering test plans and procedures.
    • The following skills are preferred and highly desired:
      • Understanding of Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) concepts.
      • RF systems field testing.
  • Clearance Requirement:
    • All candidates must hold an active DoD SECRET Clearance.
• Additional Information (applicable to full-time hire only):
  • Benefits
    • Medical, Dental
    • Vision, 401(k)
    • Life
    • AD&D
    • Short Term Disability
    • Long Term Disability
    • Other ancillary plans
  • Time Off
    • Paid Time Off (PTO)
    • Holidays
    • Bereavement
    • Jury Duty

We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports the contributions of each individual. This commitment along with our common Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation and expand our success in the global marketplace. Vectrus is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.