Electrical Engineer

SimVentions, Inc•Dahlgren, VA

19d•$85,000 - $105,000

About The Position

SimVentions is seeking a highly skilled, detail-oriented Electrical Engineer to design and develop rugged, high-performance electronics for mission-critical defense applications, with a strong emphasis on PCB layout and design. Experience or interest in RF circuit and antenna design is a significant plus. The engineer will contribute across the full product development lifecycle, from concept and prototyping through production and sustainment. The role involves research, development, testing, and integration of custom embedded systems and special communications capabilities. The engineer will develop electrical circuits, RF receivers, electrically small antenna designs, and embedded systems; model circuits; perform schematic capture and PCB layout; develop code for electronic designs; and present technical status and decisions in design reviews. The position also supports prototype development, integration, verification and developmental testing, documentation, configuration management, and coordination with mechanical engineers. An active Secret clearance is required, and U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a clearance. The projected annual compensation range is $85,000–$105,000. A bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field is required; a master’s degree is preferred.

Requirements

Active Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a clearance.
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in oral presentations and in writing.
Ability to prioritize and coordinate work to meet deadlines under pressure.
Ability to work as a member of multidisciplinary teams and accomplish project objectives.
Ability to work independently, make decisions, plan operations, take responsibility, and exercise initiative without more than normal supervision.
Ability to identify complex problems, evaluate options, and implement solutions.
Ability to independently handle and lead directed tasks and problems, including establishing project objectives, evaluating alternatives, selecting approaches, and resolving technical problems with minimal guidance.
Ability to use logic and reasoning to assess alternative solutions and gain support for proposed solutions through negotiation.
Knowledge of the design, development, fabrication, and quality assurance of electrical and electronic systems for austere operational environments.
Ability to learn and apply innovative technologies and techniques in electrical and electronic engineering.
Mature understanding of analog and digital circuit design, embedded microcontroller design, and compact antenna design and integration.
Ability to perform, document, and defend modeling and analysis.
Mature knowledge and experience with test methodologies, diagnostic equipment, and software used to inspect, test, analyze, and resolve electrical systems and designs.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Experience or interest in RF circuit and antenna design.

Responsibilities

Conduct research, development, testing, and integration of custom embedded systems and special communications capabilities.
Develop rapid engineering solutions to emergent non-conventional threats by translating high-level requirements into engineering designs integrating microelectronics with novel fabrication techniques.
Design and develop electrical circuits, RF receivers, and electrically small antenna designs with minimal oversight and guidance.
Perform analog and digital circuit design, embedded microcontroller design, and compact antenna design and integration.
Perform circuit modeling, schematic capture, PCB layout, and circuit assembly and fabrication work.
Develop code to enable electronic designs.
Present technical status and decisions during design reviews.
Support integration and testing of developed products to ensure reliable functionality.
Participate in and lead developmental and verification testing, including electromagnetic and environmental testing.
Work with Project Leads to analyze and refine requirements, research and investigate alternative solutions, and identify technical risks.
Develop prototypes, working with technicians as necessary, to validate prototype designs.
Coordinate with mechanical engineers to integrate designs into customized mechanical packages.
Document design solutions and follow established configuration management processes.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
Competitive 401(k) programs.
Retirement and financial counselors.
Health Savings and Health Reimbursement Accounts.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
Continuing education assistance.
Paid time off, paid holidays, and paid leave, including maternity, paternity, jury duty, bereavement, and military leave.
Third-party Employee Assistance Program offering emotional and lifestyle well-being services, including free counseling.
Supplemental Benefit Program.
Family-friendly atmosphere and emphasis on family time.
Facilities, tools, and training opportunities.
Company sports teams and employee-led interest groups.
Corporate events throughout the year.
Equitable distribution of tickets to FredNats home games for employees and their families.