Early Career Electrical Systems Engineer
Beyond New Horizons, LLC (BNH) has an opportunity for an entry-level Electrical Systems Engineer supporting the Test Operations and Sustainment contract at Arnold Engineering Development Complex, Arnold AFB, TN. This role involves maintaining and sustaining U.S. Air Force test operations, ensuring test readiness for aerodynamic testing of airframes, engines, and other aerospace systems.
About the role
As part of an integrated team, you will oversee the installation, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, upgrades, and arc flash considerations of major electrical equipment. These systems include large electric motors, hydraulic pumps, electrical switchgear, over-current protection, transformers, PLCs, relays, and solid-state variable frequency systems.
Responsibilities
- Respond to system malfunctions, troubleshoot issues, and direct corrective maintenance activities to ensure timely return to service.
- Update and maintain system documentation for assigned systems.
- Collaborate with design engineering, fabrication shops, DoD clients, and other contractors.
- Develop advanced maintenance plans with Asset Health Assurance personnel.
- Conduct and document system safety hazard analyses and write clear work instructions for operation and maintenance.
- Assess and communicate risks to stakeholders.
- Develop estimates for improvement projects.
- Work with planners, schedulers, and craft supervisors to safely plan and execute maintenance, upgrades, and test projects.
- Assist craft personnel with troubleshooting and provide technical leadership and guidance.
- Wear company-issued Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by policy.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- BS degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university.
- Less than 5 years of post-degree engineering experience (entry-level).
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Secret level security clearance and access to the AEDC local area network.
- U.S. Citizenship is required due to Air Force security requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
- Work experience with electrical systems or electrical components of mechanical systems.
- Ability to perform in a dynamic working environment with flexibility to meet mission demands.
- Strong organizational skills to track and facilitate progress on projects.
- Demonstrated proactiveness and initiative to drive results.
- Strong technical curiosity and desire to seek understanding.
- Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, with confidence leading small teams.
- Fosters a work environment based on openness, trust, communication, teamwork, empowerment, innovation, and satisfaction.
- Active Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance.
Pay
$75,000 – $110,000 per year.
Benefits
- Competitive salaries.
- Continuing education assistance.
- Multiple healthcare benefits packages.
- 401K with employer matching.
- Paid time off (PTO) along with a federally recognized holiday schedule.
About the Company
Beyond New Horizons (BNH) is a joint venture of Astrion and Fluor Federal Services, Inc., specializing in Test Operations and Sustainment for the Arnold Engineering Development Complex. BNH leverages the capabilities of its parent companies to provide testing and evaluation for military and space systems, along with large-scale government program management, integration, engineering, and construction services for specialized, high-hazard facilities.