Marine Electronics Engineer (Exterior Communications)

AMERICAN SYSTEMS; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 111,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

AMERICAN SYSTEMS in Washington, DC, is seeking a Marine Electronics Engineer with 8 years of C5I integration experience to support USCG ship design projects. This hybrid role combines on-site work in Washington, DC with remote collaboration.

You will design and evaluate electric and electronic systems, review specifications, and ensure system performance across sensor processing, communications, and navigation domains. U.S. citizenship and security clearance required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 8-10 years of related work experience (Degree in Engineering is preferred).
• Ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance.
• Must be a US Citizen for the purposes of obtaining a security clearance.
• Minimum of 8 years documented experience developing and integrating systems involving electromagnetic energy transmission for purposes including sensor processing, remote sensing, communications, guidance and control, information processing, navigation and defense applications.
• Meets Required DoD IAT Level II Baseline Certification Requirements.
• Previous experience with shipboard and defense C5I systems preferred.
• Knowledge of USN, USCG, ABS and/or commercial ship design rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct design of electric and electronic systems, study power generation and distribution, centralized machinery monitoring and control.
• Applying knowledge of and experience with engineering principles and techniques, to develop and evaluate moderately complex technical reports related to application of C5I systems onboard USCG ships.
• Reviewing and evaluating the effect of new and/or modified electronics on overall system performance.
• Review and adjudicate system design specifications, test requirements, Departures from Specification (DFS's), Request for Waiver (RFW), Engineering Changes (EC's).

Skills

C5I integration

electrical systems design

electromagnetic energy transmission

sensor processing

remote sensing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Marine Electronics Engineer (Exterior Communications)

Job Details

• Location: US-DC-Washington
• ID: 2026-5049
• Category: Engineering
• Position Type: Full-Time
• Remote: No
• Clearance Required: Secret

Overview

Are you an experienced Marine Electronics Engineer that enjoys working with ships?? If so, our team in Washington, DC is looking for a Marine Electronics Engineer with 8 years of C5I integration experience. This hybrid position supports the United States Coast Guard and our Ship Design Group!

Responsibilities

• Conduct design of electric and electronic systems, study power generation and distribution, centralized machinery monitoring and control.
• Applying knowledge of and experience with engineering principles and techniques, to develop and evaluate moderately complex technical reports related to application of C5I systems onboard USCG ships.
• Reviewing and evaluating the effect of new and/or modified electronics on overall system performance.
• Review and adjudicate system design specifications, test requirements, Departures from Specification (DFS's), Request for Waiver (RFW), Engineering Changes (EC's).

This position is hybrid. 3 days work on-site, 2 days telecommute.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 8 - 10 years of related work experience (Degree in Engineering is preferred)
• Ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance
• Must be a US Citizen for the purposes of obtaining a security clearance
• Minimum of 8 years documented experience developing and integrating systems involving electromagnetic energy transmission for purposes including sensor processing, remote sensing, communications, guidance and control, information processing, navigation and defense applications.
• Meets Required DoD IAT Level II Baseline Certification Requirements.
• Previous experience with shipboard and defense C5I systems preferred
• Knowledge of USN, USCG, ABS and/or commercial ship design rules and regulations.

Pay Transparency Statement

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $110,800.00/Yr. - USD $140,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

EEO Statement

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