Electrical Engineer

Overview

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. Objective. Responsive. Trusted.

Comprising more than 130 personnel, the Integrated Warfare Systems Group (IWSG) delivers expertise across program and project management, acquisition and contracting, systems and digital engineering, software development, test and evaluation, sustainment and life‑cycle management, cybersecurity, international/Foreign Military Sales, strategic communications, and IT services. These capabilities support more than 100 Above Water Sensor, Undersea, and Combat System programs and projects within the Navy’s Portfolio Acquisition Executive for Mission Systems, Maritime and Munitions, as well as clients at Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division, Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division, and the Office of Naval Research.#FC #Dice#FC #Dice

Responsibilities

We are seeking an Electrical Engineer to support the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) Electromagnetic & Sensor Systems Department (B).

Candidate will support the test, evaluation & integration (TE&I) efforts related to configuration management of electromagnetic and sensor systems, including: generate test procedure,  execute tests, and analyze results on radars, comms, and EW systems to improve system performance. Candidate will perform full-spectrum analysis of radar, comms, and EW systems. Candidate will utilize M&S programs, such as MATLAB and Python, to conduct computations and modeling.  

Support the testing and integration of developmental sensors & systems. Focus is on early identification of EMI vulnerabilities for the sensors/systems in development.

• Heavy focus on model and simulation (M&S) of EMI problems
• Test planning, test procedure development, test execution, analyze test data, create test reports
• Candidate must have the ability to work from NSWC Dahlgren 5 days per week on average with some travel expected (up to 10%).

Do you excel at analysis and problem-solving techniques necessary to perform professional scientific/engineering work and excel in a team environment? If so, you may be a great fit to join our high performing team. 

Relocation assistance is available for anyone currently living outside the area. 

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Reports onsite to NSWC Dahlgren full-time
• Experience with M&S (MATLAB, Python)
• Experience with Radio Frequency (RF) equipment (spectrum analyzer, signal generator, etc.)
• Ability to obtain a DoW Secret Clearance, and the ability to maintain it throughout employment

Desired Qualifications: 

• Active or interim DoW Secret clearance, and the ability to maintain it throughout employment
• Experience in areas of Electrical Engineering, E3, EMI, and/or EMC
• Experience with test, evaluation, and integration (TE&I) of Navy Radar, Comms, and Electronic Warfare (EW) systems

Pay Range Information

At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Virginia, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $80,000.00/Yr. - USD $100,000.00/Yr.