Senior Electronics Engineer (Job ID: 4561)

Valkyrie•Newport News, VA

3d•$120,000 - $145,000•Onsite

About The Position

Valkyrie Enterprises has an immediate need for a Senior Electronics Engineer to provide support for incidents occurring on vessels in port, in transit, and worldwide. This role is crucial for the sustainment of C5ISR equipment on Army Vessels. The engineer will support the U.S. Army Communications-Electronics Command (CECOM) Software Engineering Center (SEC) Tactical Communications Enabler Branch - Army Watercraft System C5ISR Sustainment Branch (AWS-CSB). Responsibilities include planning, conducting, and directing projects, coordinating engineers and technical staff, and providing technical consultation. The role involves performing corrective and preventive maintenance, On Condition Cyclical Maintenance (OCCM) support, operational/specialized support, and C5ISR equipment installation, maintenance, reconfiguration, or removal. The Senior Electronics Engineer will lead the design and development of complex electronic systems, oversee prototyping and testing, provide technical leadership and guidance to cross-functional teams, mentor junior engineers, identify and mitigate risks, and collaborate with various engineering disciplines. The position also requires preparing comprehensive documentation and staying updated on the latest electronic engineering technologies.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Associates degree in engineering or technical degree (preferably electrical) with at least 4 years’ experience OR a High School Diploma with at least 10 years' of experience working with at least 3 of the following: Navigational Radars, satellite communication systems, integrated bridge systems, C5ISR equipment, and GMDSS. (10 years of additional experience can be substituted for the degree requirement.)
Previous experience supporting Army Watercraft System C5ISR Sustainment Branch (AWS-CSB).
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other relevant software.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Overall system level expertise pertaining to the C5ISR assets installed on Army Vessels/Platforms.
Must service Army Watercraft vessels in locations worldwide.
Formal training and education in OEM Products.
Active Secret security clearance and the ability to maintain one.
Passport Required.
Ability to obtain and maintain appropriate identification credentials, such as REAL ID.

Nice To Haves

Electrical/Electronic connector fabrication & cableway
Raytheon / Anschutz
Standard 20 / 22 Gyro repair and maintenance
NSC ECDIS Installation and Maintenance
NSX Radar / Synapsis IBS System Installation and Maintenance.
Ship Steering Systems
Advanced steering 1
Advance Steering II
IBS Integration, Radar ECDIS, Autopilot, Synapsis
Sperry Marine
Vision-Master radar and ECDIS installation and service
Gyrocompass, Speed-Log, Autopilot, Echo Sounder installation and service
VDR / Danalec VDR Installation and Maintenance
GMDSS and Radio / ABS inspection and certification qualified inspector
NAVICO / SIMRAD
Radar
NSS EVO 3S MFD
NSO EVO3S MFD
GO Series MFD
MX 512 / 612 DGPS
SAAB R4-R5 AIS installation and programming
Skipper speed log Installation and Maintenance
Communications: GMDSS (Sailor 4000/5000/6000)
AN/PRC-117G
AN/PRC-160
DTCS Radio Only Alpha (ROA) System
JBC-P System
JCR-LOG

Responsibilities

Support the U.S. Army Communications-Electronics Command (CECOM) Software Engineering Center (SEC) Tactical Communications Enabler Branch - Army Watercraft System C5ISR Sustainment Branch (AWS-CSB).
Support a variety of C5ISR systems and systems integration programs.
Plan, conducts and directs projects including coordinating the efforts of engineers and technical staff in the performance of assigned tasks and travel.
Assist in the sustainment of C5ISR assets on Army Watercraft including technical, repair, and sustainment services of C5ISR assets and suites of equipment installed on Army Watercraft System (AWS) vessels and platforms.
Provide technical consultation to customer.
Dealing with people; working alone; making judgments and decisions; and directing, controlling, or planning the activity of others.
Perform corrective and preventive maintenance.
On Condition Cyclical Maintenance (OCCM) support.
Operational/specialized support.
C5ISR equipment installation and maintenance and reconfiguration or removal of equipment.
Lead the design and development of complex electronic systems.
Oversee the prototyping and testing of electronic circuits and systems, utilizing advanced testing methodologies and equipment to validate designs and identify areas for optimization.
Provide technical leadership and guidance to cross-functional teams, mentoring junior engineers, and fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
Identify potential risks and challenges early in the development process, implementing robust mitigation strategies to ensure project success and on-time delivery.
Collaborate closely with hardware, software, and firmware engineers, as well as other stakeholders, to integrate electronic systems seamlessly into overall product architecture and functionality.
Prepare comprehensive documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and compliance reports, ensuring traceability and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Stay abreast of the latest developments in electronic engineering technologies and methodologies, proactively seeking opportunities to enhance processes and drive continuous improvement.