E3 Engineer

Systems Planning & Analysis; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) Electromagnetic & Sensor Systems Department.

You will contribute to SEMCIP test, evaluation and integration efforts on Navy shipboard sensor systems, focusing on E3, EMC and EMI certifications. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, RF experience, MATLAB and Python skills, and must be able to obtain a DoW Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience with RF equipment (spectrum analyzer, signal generator, etc.).
• Experience with M&S (MATLAB, Python).
• Ability to obtain a DoW Secret Clearance and maintain it.

Responsibilities

• Support SEMCIP TE&I efforts for Navy shipboard sensor systems (EMC/E3).
• Characterize EMI/EMC issues and field fixes on fielded systems.
• Support test planning, procedures, execution, data analysis and reporting.
• Utilize MATLAB and Python for data analysis; travel up to 15% and on-site Dahlgren work.

Skills

RF Equipment

MATLAB

Python

Secret Clearance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Overview

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter . Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. Objective. Responsive. Trusted.

Overview

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter . Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. Objective. Responsive. Trusted.

Comprising more than 130 personnel, the Integrated Warfare Systems Group (IWSG) delivers expertise across program and project management, acquisition and contracting, systems and digital engineering, software development, test and evaluation, sustainment and life‑cycle management, cybersecurity, international/Foreign Military Sales, strategic communications, and IT services. These capabilities support more than 100 Above Water Sensor, Undersea, and Combat System programs and projects within the Navy’s Portfolio Acquisition Executive for Mission Systems, Maritime and Munitions, as well as clients at Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division, Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division, and the Office of Naval Research. #FC #Dice

Responsibilities

We are seeking an Electrical Engineer to support the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) Electromagnetic & Sensor Systems Department (B).

Candidate will provide direct support to the Shipboard EMC Improvment Program (SEMCIP), with a focus on the test, evaluation & integration (TE&I) efforts of Navy shipboard sensor systems in the areas of electromagnetic environment effects (E3), electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and electromagnetic interference (EMI) in support of EMC/E3 certifications.

Candidate will support the testing and integration of fielded, in-service shipboard sensors & systems.

• Characterize EMI/EMC issues of fielded systems & field fixes
• Identify EMC vulnerabilities of the systems being tested
• Support test planning, test procedure development, test execution, analyzing test data, creating test reports, and briefing results to leadership
• Utilize M&S programs, such as MATLAB and Python, to perform data analysis.

Candidate must have the ability to work from NSWC Dahlgren 5 days per week on average with some travel expected (up to 15%).

Do you excel at analysis and problem-solving techniques necessary to perform professional scientific/engineering work and excel in a team environment? If so, you may be a great fit to join our high performing team.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Experience with Radio Frequency (RF) equipment (spectrum analyzer, signal generator, etc.)
• Experience with M&S (MATLAB, Python)
• Ability to obtain a DoW Secret Clearance, and the ability to maintain it throughout employment

Desired Qualifications

• Active or interim DoW Secret clearance, and the ability to maintain it throughout employment
• Experience in areas of Electrical Engineering, E3, EMI, and/or EMC
• Experience with test, evaluation, and integration (TE&I) of Navy Radar, Comms, and Electronic Warfare (EW) systems

Pay Range Information

At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Virginia, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $80,000.00/Yr. - USD $100,000.00/Yr.