Electrical Engineer Associate
SAIC · Lakehurst, NJ · 1 mo ago
Engineering$80k–$120k/yrFull-time
About the role
The Electrical Engineer will assist in the design, implementation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and improvement of electrical engineering functions to the Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System (EMALS) and/or Advanced Arresting Gear (AAG).
Responsibilities
- Assist in the design, implementation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and improvement of electrical engineering functions to the EMALS and/or AAG.
- Support 1000 VDC, 440 VAC, and 120 VAC power and control systems onboard aircraft carriers.
- Work closely with senior engineers to ensure the reliability, availability, and performance of the AAG and/or EMALS.
- Be prepared to travel up to 5-20% or more, both domestically and internationally, to challenging environments and perform duties in physically demanding and uncomfortable conditions aboard naval vessels, military installations, or remote field sites.
Requirements
- Minimum Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
- 0-2+ years of relevant experience, including internships, co-op programs, or academic projects with a strong emphasis on hands-on electrical equipment.
- Comfortable and capable of working in challenging and often uncomfortable conditions, such as noisy machinery, confined spaces, elevated heights, extreme temperatures (hot/cold), wet or humid environments, and areas with fumes, dust, or vibrations.
- Physical readiness is a prerequisite, necessitating the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull objects up to 50 lbs, and to stand, walk, climb ladders/stairs, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl for extended periods.
- Manual dexterity and fine motor skills are required for operating tools and equipment.
- Ability to wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection, respirators, and steel-toed boots, is mandatory.
- Valid US Passport is required.
Qualifications
- Must be able to obtain a Secret clearance to begin work.
Skills
- Strong hands-on experience with electrical equipment.
- Ability to work in challenging and uncomfortable conditions.
- Physical fitness and endurance.
- Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Benefits
- Competitive salary range of $80,001 - $120,000.
Pay
- $80,001 - $120,000
Schedule
- Full-time, Day shift