Communications Engineer, VLF (Very Low Frequency)

Description

Location: NAS Patuxent River, MD

Security Clearance Requirement: Secret

Telework Eligible? No - 100% On-Site

As the Communications Engineer, VLF (Very Low Frequency), you will support a U.S. Navy, ACAT 1B program, the E-130J, as it transitions into its Engineering and Development (EMD) phase. This position will be based within NAVAIR's Airborne Strategic Command, Control and Communications Program Office (PMA-271) at NAS Patuxent River, MD.   The mission of PMA-271 is to deliver and support survivable, reliable and endurable airborne command, control and communications for the president, secretary of defense and U.S. Strategic Command.  This is an exceptional opportunity to leverage your unique expertise in developing an innovative and groundbreaking aircraft platform.  

The Communications Engineer, VLF will: 

• Support lead IPT engineers in support of development, acquisition, modernization, and sustainment efforts across the PMA. 
• Participation in the research and down-select of HF, UHF, and IP Line-of-Sight systems in support of the platform acquisition.
• Development of cosite mitigation strategies, to include simultaneous operations (SIMOP) strategies for several comms bands.
• Supporting the platform's Very Low Frequency (VLF) non-recurring engineering (NRE) effort
• Review and/or development of requirements definition, analysis, verification, and architecture design.
• Reviewing and monitoring the development of relevant engineering documentation and artifacts.
• Participating or assisting in relevant Systems Engineering Technical Review (SETR) events and PMRs.
• Performing functional analysis, timeline analysis, and detailed trade studies to translate customer requirements into solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule cost, and exportability constraints.
• Presenting necessary information to stakeholders within the NAVAIR program office environment. 
• Position may require flexibility in working hours.

The job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related STEM discipline, required.
• A minimum of 3 years of VLF-related systems engineering experience.
• Experience working within the NAVAIR environment is highly desired.
• Well-versed in EMD and sustainment efforts.
• Experience utilizing Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools is a plus.

Equally Important:

• You are able to establish and maintain positive relationships with internal and external customers.
• You possess professional and effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• You take a proactive approach to your work and you're able to accomplish tasks with limited guidance and supervision.
• You have demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Your organizational skills allow you to manage competing priorities.

ASEC is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws.

Security Clearance Requirement:

• This position requires U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Secret clearance. Selected candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Salary Range:

• The estimated salary range for this position will be $120,000 - $160,000 annually, based on an individual's level of experience and skill set. It is our goal at ASEC to provide equitable compensation to all employees.

Who We Are:

ASEC offers meaningful work and a culture that supports your professional and personal growth. We are a 100% employee-owned business focused on providing value and innovation in the areas of engineering, information technology, training, and logistics. We believe in doing what is right for the Warfighter, plain and simple. We encourage you to explore what makes us different, visit our website now!

Why work at ASEC?

• 100% employee-owned. Learn more about our ESOP plan here!
• Comprehensive benefits package (11 paid holidays, medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA/FSA, disability insurance, and more!)
• 401K match
• Tuition assistance (undergraduate and graduate)
• Veteran friendly
• Thriving employee culture
• Employee discount program 

We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote the most qualified persons for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other status protected by law. ASEC will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they choose to inquire about, discuss, or disclose their own compensation or the compensation of another employee or applicant. 

Salary : $120,000 - $160,000