Computer Engineer III (Job ID:4635)

Valkyrie•Norfolk, VA

2d•$85,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

Valkyrie is seeking a Computer Engineer III in Norfolk, Virginia, to provide computer engineering support for the research, development, design, integration, testing, and lifecycle sustainment of Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), Electronic Warfare (EW), and Carry-On Equipment (COE) systems. The role works in Linux-based engineering environments to develop, evaluate, troubleshoot, and maintain complex electronic systems that support operational requirements. The engineer supports activities throughout the system lifecycle, including requirements development, system integration, testing, deployment, troubleshooting, and post-delivery technical support. The position also involves supporting equipment installation, field testing, maintenance, and sustainment aboard Naval platforms; assessing emerging technologies and obsolescence concerns; maintaining technical documentation; coordinating across engineering disciplines; and providing technical guidance to junior personnel. The position requires an active DoD Secret clearance and the ability to maintain clearance and eligibility for access to military facilities and shipyards. The engineer must be willing and able to travel within and outside the continental United States. Work may take place in office, laboratory, industrial, or shipboard environments. Employment offers are contingent on applicable pre-employment requirements. Benefits for eligible employees include medical, dental, and vision options; company-paid life and disability insurance; a 401(k) with match; education reimbursement; company-paid holidays; and paid time off.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline.
At least six years of professional engineering experience supporting SIGINT, EW, COE, or comparable complex electronic systems in one or more of these areas: system design and integration, software development and integration, test and evaluation, system performance analysis, CONOPS, or lifecycle maintenance and technical support.
Experience working with Linux-based operating systems in engineering or operational environments.
Experience integrating, testing, troubleshooting, and deploying software within complex electronic systems.
Ability to evaluate system performance and recommend hardware, software, or system modifications to address technical deficiencies.
Experience researching hardware and software technologies to support modernization and obsolescence mitigation.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and technical problem-solving skills.
Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, technical leadership, and Government stakeholders.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to document and communicate technical findings.
Ability to work independently and provide technical guidance to junior engineering personnel.
Active DoD Secret Security Clearance and ability to maintain clearance.
Ability to maintain clearance eligibility for access to military facilities, Naval shipyards, and private shipyards.
Willingness and ability to support CONUS and OCONUS travel for installation, field testing, integration, troubleshooting, and technical support.
For travel by domestic flight or access to secure federal facilities or military bases, ability to obtain appropriate identification credentials, such as REAL ID, by the start of the position and maintain them.
Ability to work in office, laboratory, industrial, or shipboard environments; lift and move materials within one-person-lift guidelines; perform site surveys; access shipboard and laboratory workspaces; and carry a laptop computer.

Nice To Haves

Experience with RF data acquisition, spectral analysis, signal processing, and DSP techniques.
Familiarity with RF system design, integration, performance evaluation, and troubleshooting.
Experience using RF test equipment, including spectrum analyzers, vector network analyzers (VNAs), signal generators, and related instrumentation.
Experience integrating RF hardware, software applications, signal processing components, and computer-based systems.
Experience supporting prototype development, system integration, or operational SIGINT/EW systems in laboratory and field environments.
Experience supporting electronic systems installed aboard U.S. Navy vessels or other Department of Defense platforms.

Responsibilities

Evaluate SIGINT, EW, and COE systems to identify hardware and software deficiencies, recommend engineering modifications, improve performance, and support new capabilities.
Support requirements development, software integration, system testing, verification, and implementation of software updates in operational environments.
Provide engineering support for equipment installation, field testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, and sustainment aboard Naval platforms.
Investigate hardware, software, network, and system performance issues, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions.
Support Linux-based operating environments used for software development, system integration, testing, and operational applications.
Research and assess emerging hardware and software technologies, identify obsolescence concerns, and recommend technology refresh or replacement solutions.
Develop and maintain technical documentation for system configurations, testing, troubleshooting, installation, and lifecycle maintenance.
Coordinate with software, RF, systems, and test engineering personnel to support system development, integration, and operational requirements.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineering personnel.