Senior Electrical Engineer

Socket.dev; Lakehurst (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking highly motivated Senior Electrical Engineers to support the Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System (EMALS) and Advanced Arresting Gear (AAG) for U.S. Navy carrier operations.

The role involves design, analysis, testing, troubleshooting, and on‑site and shipboard support across global locations. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in electrical engineering, strong problem‑solving skills, and willingness to travel internationally and aboard naval vessels to ensure system performance and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of electrical engineering experience in defense or aerospace.
• Experience with complex power electronics and naval systems.
• Willingness to travel internationally and aboard naval vessels.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineering teams to design, analyze, optimize, and troubleshoot electrical components and systems for EMALS/AAG.
• Assist with the development and review of electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, technical specifications, and system documentation.
• Conduct engineering investigations to identify and resolve system issues, including repairs or technical recommendations for components.
• Perform system testing, validation, and evaluation to ensure performance, quality, and safety standards.
• Provide technical recommendations to address electrical challenges and improve reliability and safety.
• Troubleshoot and develop procedures, including shipboard emergency calls or testing outside normal hours.
• Prepare technical documentation and reports for stakeholders and review engineering change requests (REI/Waivers/Variances).
• Ensure adherence to project timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Travel up to 5-30%, including internationally, aboard U.S. naval vessels and remote sites.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Troubleshooting

Testing

System design

Documentation

Job description

We are seeking highly motivated Senior Electrical Engineers to join our team, supporting the design, development, troubleshooting, testing, and in-service support of the Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System (EMALS) and/or the Advanced Arresting Gear (AAG). These critical systems are key to naval aircraft carrier operations, utilizing advanced electromagnetic and modular technologies to ensure reliable aircraft launches and recoveries.

This role is suited for mid-level professionals (5+ years of experience), offering opportunities to work on cutting-edge defense technologies. Candidates should possess strong electrical engineering expertise, demonstrate resilience in challenging environments, and be ready to travel, including internationally and aboard naval vessels, to provide hands-on system support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with engineering teams to design, analyze, optimize, and troubleshoot electrical components and systems for EMALS/AAG.
• Assist with the development and review of electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, technical specifications, and system documentation.
• Conduct engineering investigations to identify and resolve system issues, including reviewing and performing repairs or providing technical recommendations for manufacturing components.
• Perform system testing, validation, and evaluation to ensure compliance with performance, quality, and safety standards.
• Provide technical recommendations to address electrical challenges and improve system reliability and operational safety.
• Troubleshoot and develop procedures, including responding to shipboard emergency calls or supporting installations and testing outside normal working hours.
• Prepare technical documentation and reports for stakeholders and engage in reviewing engineering change requests (e.g., REI/Waivers/Variances).
• Ensure adherence to project timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Travel as required (up to 5-30%, including internationally), onboard U.S. naval vessels and to remote sites to ensure system performance.

About EMALS/AAG:

EMALS is a state-of-the-art electromagnetic aircraft launch system employed on Ford-class aircraft carriers, and AAG is a modular system designed for the controlled recovery of naval aircraft. These systems are critical to national security and the operational success of the U.S. Navy’s aircraft carriers.

SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.