Junior Design Engineer

BlueWater Federal Solutions, Inc.; Tullahoma (TN); On-site; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k matching

Employee stock purchase

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

BlueWater Federal is seeking a Junior IT Design Engineer to support the Arnold Engineering Development Complex at Arnold Air Force Base in Tullahoma, TN. You will design and maintain IT, networking, security, voice, video, and data systems following DoD and AF standards.

The role requires 3+ years of experience, an active Secret clearance, familiarity with Air Force policies, and the ability to develop plans, SOWs, and manage projects.

Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance required.
• 3+ years of experience supporting communications and IT infrastructure.
• Knowledge of AF/DoD standards and policies.
• Familiarity with CIPS Work Planning Process per AF directives.
• Understanding of DoD systems engineering approach to project planning.

Responsibilities

• Design and improve BWDS cable plant infrastructure and documentation.
• Provide monthly Fiber Testing Plan and Schedule for CORs and testing requirements.
• Support design, systems engineering, and project execution for AF Base IT/communications.
• Plan, program funding, manage project controls, and support IT/communications projects.
• Develop Work Plans or SOWs to plan and schedule efforts beyond current scope.

Skills

Secret clearance

3+ yrs exp

AF standards

CIPS planning

DoD engineering

Job description

Overview

BlueWater Federal is seeking a Junior IT Design Engineer to support clients at Arnold Air Force Base in Tullahoma, TN. As the Jr Design Engineer, you will support the design and maintenance of IT, networking, communications, security, voice, video, and data systems for the Arnold Engineering Development Complex while following industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Design and continuously improve the cable plant infrastructure and documentation for the Base Wide Duct System (BWDS), including monthly reporting and auditing of changes.
• Provide a monthly Fiber Testing Plan and Schedule to inform CORs and the Telecommunications functional area of testing requirements.
• Support design, systems engineering, and project execution efforts for communications, IT, and related specialties at Arnold Air Force Base.
• Design, plan, program funding requirements, manage project controls, execute, and support communications and IT projects.
• Develop Work Plans or Statements of Work (SOWs) to plan, budget, and schedule efforts that exceed the current scope.

Qualifications

• Must have an active Secret clearance.
• 3+ years of experience supporting communications and information technology infrastructure, including architecture design, planning, solution development, and program or project management.
• Knowledge of EIA/TIA, BICSI, UFC, and Air Force communications and IT standards.
• Familiarity with the CIPS Work Planning Process in accordance with Air Force policies, directives, instructions, and technical orders.
• Working knowledge of Air Force systems such as CVC and CAIRS for configuration management.
• Understanding of the Department of Defense (DoD) systems engineering approach to project planning.

We offer a competitive health and wellness benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Our competitive compensation package includes generous 401k matching, employee stock purchase program, and life insurance options, and time off with pay. Salary range: 105-115K

BlueWater Federal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. BlueWater Federal is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.