Electrical Engineer

SimVentions, Inc•Dahlgren, VA

7d•$106,280 - $146,900

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 role spans the product development lifecycle, from concept and prototyping through production and sustainment, and includes research, development, testing, integration, and troubleshooting of custom electronic systems and special communications capabilities. The engineer will work with project leads and cross-functional teams to turn requirements into designs, assess technical risks and alternatives, document solutions, and support rapid responses to Navy and national requirements. An active Secret clearance and the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance are required. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a clearance. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. A bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field is required; a master’s degree is preferred. The projected annual compensation range is $106,000–$146,000. SimVentions describes its culture as employee-owned, family-friendly, collaborative, and focused on technical excellence and meaningful solutions.

Requirements

Active Secret clearance and ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a clearance.
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
Communicate clearly and effectively in oral presentations and written materials, adapting communication to the intended audience.
Set priorities and coordinate work to meet deadlines, including under pressure.
Work effectively as a member of multidisciplinary teams and independently with normal supervision.
Identify complex problems, evaluate alternatives, select approaches, and implement solutions with minimal guidance from program management or technical leads.
Use logic and reasoning to assess the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions and approaches.
Knowledge of design, development, fabrication, and quality assurance for electrical and electronic systems used in austere operational environments.
Ability to learn and apply innovative technologies and techniques in electrical and electronic engineering.
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.
Competency with standard benchtop test equipment, including high-voltage DC power supplies, oscilloscopes, and function generators.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Altium.
Certification to IPC-J-STD-001.
Knowledge of ESD mitigation techniques.
Experience or interest in RF circuit and antenna design.
Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.

Responsibilities

Conduct research, development, testing, and integration of custom electronic systems and special communications capabilities.
Develop rapid engineering solutions to emergent non-conventional threats by translating high-level requirements into engineering designs integrating microelectronics and novel fabrication techniques.
Perform circuit modeling, schematic capture, PCB layout, and circuit assembly and fabrication.
Support integration, testing, and troubleshooting of developed products to ensure reliable functionality.
Participate in and lead developmental and verification testing, including electromagnetic and environmental testing.
Work with project leads and cross-functional teams to analyze and refine requirements, research and investigate alternative solutions, and identify technical risks.
Document design solutions and follow established configuration management processes.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
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.
Employee Assistance Program offering emotional and lifestyle well-being services, including free counseling.
Supplemental Benefit Program.
Family-friendly workplace and company events.
Facilities, tools, and training opportunities.
Corporate sports teams and employee-led interest groups.
Equitable distribution of tickets to FredNats home games for employees and their families.