Engineers to Support Our EMALS/AAG Teams
SAIC
Engineers to Support Our EMALS/AAG Teams
SAIC
Technology integrator delivering defense IT solutions
We are seeking highly motivated 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.
Positions available:
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.
If you are passionate about advanced engineering, defense systems, and contributing to national security, we encourage you to apply and join our impactful team!
TYPICAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Experience with any of the following:
• AAG (Advanced Arresting Gear)
• EMALS (Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System)
• Aircraft launch & recovery systems
• CVN integration
• Ship integration engineering
• Electromechanical systems
• High‑energy launch systems
• Shipboard power systems
• Motion control systems
• Automated Test Equipment (ATE / CASS / eCASS)
• Linear induction motor systems
• High‑voltage distribution
• Servo control systems
• Electro‑hydraulic systems
• CCA/PCB fault isolation
SAIC is a technology integrator that supports the U.S. government with engineering and IT services for defense, space, and intelligence missions. Its offerings include integrating complex systems, software, data analytics, cybersecurity, and digital engineering to help national security programs run smoothly. The company operates by combining technical expertise with large-scale government contracts, delivering end-to-end solutions from planning and development to deployment and support. Unlike many firms that focus on a single product, SAIC differentiates itself through a long history of government work, its origins as an employee-owned company, and its growth through strategic acquisitions to broaden capabilities in digital engineering, mission IT, and related services. SAIC’s goal is to enable national defense and intelligence operations by providing the technology and services needed to design, build, and maintain critical systems at scale.
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