Electrical Engineer

Computational Physics, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Profit sharing

Disability insurance

Flexible schedule

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Computational Physics, Inc. (CPI) is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support two-way satellite time transfer systems at the U.S. Naval Observatory in Washington, D.C. Responsibilities include designing, implementing, and maintaining these crucial systems as well as monitoring and troubleshooting.

Candidates must possess a BS in Electrical, Electronics, or Computer Engineering, along with knowledge of RF systems and Python proficiency. The role requires an active SECRET security clearance and offers various benefits, including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of circuit theory, power, RF, etc.
• Experience with electronic test equipment.
• Active SECRET security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement TWSTT and FTT systems.
• Monitor and maintain satellite communication systems.
• Research improved time transfer methods.

Skills

Electrical engineering fundamentals

RF and satellite communications theory

Python programming proficiency

Education

BS in Electrical, Electronics, or Computer Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

Network analyzers

Job description

Computational Physics, Inc. (CPI) is hiring an Electrical Engineer to support customers at the U.S. Naval Observatory, Washington DC.

Background

The U.S. Naval Observatory (USNO) creates, disseminates, and maintains precise time and navigation products for the Department of Defense and other customers. CPI seeks an Electrical Engineer with a satellite communications background to support two‑way satellite time transfer (TWSTT) and fiber time transfer (FTT) systems at USNO. The engineer will design, implement, validate, and integrate TWSTT and FTT systems into the existing timing infrastructure. Responsibilities include monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintaining these systems and researching new or improved time transfer methods.

Work will be performed on‑site at USNO in Washington, D.C.; travel within and outside the continental United States is required. An active SECRET clearance is required, and the candidate must obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET/SCI clearance upon hiring.

Required Qualifications

• BS in Electrical, Electronics, or Computer Engineering from an ABET‑accredited institution
• Knowledge of electrical engineering fundamentals: circuit theory, power, RF, etc.
• RF and satellite communications theory
• RF system analysis and link budgets
• Experience with electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and network analyzers
• Python programming proficiency
• Active SECRET security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with RF over fiber and optical link testing
• Familiarity with photonics

U.S. citizenship is required for DoD contracts.

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match
• Profit sharing and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Disability insurance (short‑term and long‑term)
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Statement

CPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.

Salary: $100,000 - $135,000 per year.