Journeyman Engineer

The Tatitlek Corporation•Dahlgren, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is contingent upon Contract Award. Job specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. SUMMARY: The Journeyman Engineer will work directly with the Government personnel in meeting the engineering needs of the project.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline.
Three (3) years of experience dealing with the design, engineering, test and evaluation of weapon systems components, subsystems, and systems.
Solid foundation in the principles and practices of aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or systems engineering.
Strong understanding of T&E methodologies and techniques.
Demonstrated ability to use test equipment and data analysis tools.
Demonstrated communication and teamwork skills, essential for success in a T&E team environment.
Proven ability to think critically and solve complex problems within the T&E process.
DoD Secret or higher security clearance, or the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
U.S. Citizenship is required.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screening, as well as have acceptable reference and background check results.

Nice To Haves

Navy and/or Marine Corps related experience preferred.
Experience with specific weapons systems or T&E programs preferred.

Responsibilities

Applies engineering principles and practices to support the instrumentation planning for the Research Development Test and Evaluation (RDT&E) of weapons systems.
Attends instrumentation, data collection and processing meetings where test program requirements are defined and assists in the development of pre- and post-test accuracy statements.
Evaluates instrumentation performance under varying environmental conditions and new or modified operating conditions or configurations.
Designs strategies and plan instrumentation positioning that enable data acquisition efforts while projecting instrumentation from the hazards created during the conduct of laboratory and field tests.
Provides Data Acquisition inputs to Test Plans including specifying traceability of all data requirements to specific test objectives.
Performs project work through knowledge of engineering practices and policies, and to devise new approaches to resolve problems.
Operates with general instructions in an independent mode and receives guidance on special problems or when requested.
Independently evaluates, selects and applies standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria, and makes minor adaptations and modifications.
Provides independent and professional support on portions of complex projects.
Reviews specific assignment objectives, approaches, and possible solutions for accuracy and completeness.
Independently performs a project assignment that involves complex features and can be guided by codes, standards, and other precedents of the discipline.
Analyzes and/or evaluates the results of an analysis using techniques prescribed by senior engineers or supervisors.
Accomplishes tasks of which require investigation of many variables.
Demonstrates proficiency in software development, hardware integration, and system design.
Solves engineering problems and manage solutions effectively.
Works with team members and other professionals to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
Creates technical reports and documentation to communicate project progress and outcomes.
Engages in ongoing education and training to stay updated with industry trends and technologies.
Performs other duties as assigned.