Electrical Engineer

Computational Physics Inc; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Profit Sharing

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Disability insurance

Flexible schedule

Health, Dental and Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Computational Physics Inc is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our team at the U.S. Naval Observatory in Washington DC. This role involves designing, implementing, and validating satellite time transfer systems and their integration into existing infrastructure.

The successful candidate will hold a BS in Electrical or related engineering and have a strong background in RF communications, with an active SECRET security clearance. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), health insurance, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical, Electronics or Computer Engineering from an ABET accredited institution.
• Active SECRET security clearance is required.
• Proficient in Python programming and RF system analysis.

Responsibilities

• Design, implementation, and performance validation of TWSTT and FTT systems.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain timing systems for optimal performance.
• Investigate new approaches to time transfer as well as improvements.

Skills

Knowledge of EE fundamentals: circuit theory, power, RF

RF and satellite communications theory

Python programming

Electronic test equipment use

Active SECRET security clearance

Education

BS in Electrical, Electronics or Computer Engineering from an ABET accredited institution

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

Network analyzers

Job description

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

Background

The U.S. Naval Observatory (USNO) is responsible for the creation, dissemination and maintenance of precise time and navigation products for the Department of Defense and other customers. CPI is seeking an Electrical Engineer with a background in satellite communications to support two-way satellite time transfer (TWSTT) and fiber time transfer (FTT) systems at USNO. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, implementation, and performance validation of TWSTT and FTT systems and their integration into existing timing infrastructure. The new Engineer will work with a team of engineers and technicians to monitor, troubleshoot and maintain these systems to ensure optimal performance, and investigate new approaches to time transfer as well as improvements to existing TWSTT and FTT techniques.

Required Qualifications

• BS in Electrical, Electronics or Computer Engineering from an ABET accredited institution
• Knowledge of EE fundamentals: circuit theory, power, RF, etc.
• RF and satellite communications theory
• RF system analysis and link budgets
• Electronic test equipment, e.g. oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers
• Python programming
• Active SECRET security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

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

Benefits

• 401(k), 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

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.