Electrical Engineer (EWISTL)-Junior

Amewas•Patuxent River, MD

3d•Onsite

About The Position

AMEWAS is hiring a Junior Electrical Engineer to support Integrated Combat Environment in Patuxent River, Maryland. The role supports U.S. Navy weapons systems work and requires on-site attendance; remote work is not available for this position. The salary range is $82,500 to $100,000, commensurate with experience. The engineer works alongside electrical engineers and engineering technicians to develop engineering procedures and controls, manage project efforts, and lead problem resolution. The role includes working with program contractors, vendors, and government representatives on technical project matters, including scheduling, planning, and conducting tests. The engineer troubleshoots and prepares a sophisticated RF stimulator for testing, identifies system malfunctions, and works with teammates to resolve them. The position is primarily based in an indoor laboratory and anechoic chamber, with some work at a cubicle or desk. The employee may travel short distances between nearby site buildings and, rarely, may travel overnight. The position may require driving government vehicles. A DoD Top Secret clearance is required upon onboarding; applicants must be able to obtain and maintain applicable clearances and access authorizations. U.S. citizenship is required for clearances, and applicants must already be authorized to work in the United States without employment-based visa sponsorship.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering; degrees in Physics, Mathematics, or other engineering fields may qualify.
Degree must be from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Two years of relevant work experience.
Experience with Linux operating systems.
Experience with active and passive RF components.
Experience using electronic test equipment such as signal generators, network and spectrum analyzers, RF amplifiers, and oscilloscopes.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance and any required additional security access; U.S. citizenship is required for clearances.
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; employment-based visa sponsorship is not available.
Demonstrate a customer-focused mindset, professionalism, discretion, collaboration, attention to detail, and a positive, team-oriented approach.

Nice To Haves

Experience with MATLAB.
Strong understanding of RF theory.
Experience with RF stimulators or simulators.
Completed coursework in radio frequency engineering.

Responsibilities

Work with electrical engineers and engineering technicians to develop engineering procedures and controls.
Manage project efforts and lead problem resolution.
Coordinate with program contractors, vendors, and government representatives on technical engineering project matters, including test scheduling, planning, and conducting tests.
Troubleshoot and prepare a sophisticated RF stimulator for testing.
Identify system malfunctions and work with teammates to resolve them.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k).
Life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
Tuition and training assistance.
Relocation assistance.
Sign-on bonuses.
Employee longevity recognition.
Community involvement and outreach.
Team-building events.
Recognition program.
Wellness program.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Mobile service discount.
Fitness reimbursement program.
Employee referral bonus for eligible current employees whose referrals are hired.