AMEWAS is celebrating over 40 years of excellence in providing quality products, services and solutions to the Department of Defense (DoD), specializing in the scientific, engineering, and testing of the full spectrum of weapons development. We are headquartered in California, Maryland and operate satellite offices in Orlando, Florida and San Diego, California.
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The Position:AMEWAS is seeking a highly motivated and talented Engineer (TEMPEST Project Lead)-Journeyman to support Advanced Aircraft Research, Development, Test & Evaluation The salary range of this position is $95,000.00 - $135,000.00, and is commensurate with experience. This position is not eligible for remote work; on-site support is required.
About the location: Patuxent River, Maryland #1 City Hiring the Most High-Tech Workers (California-Lexington Park, Maryland). To learn more about our surrounding location, please visit: Visit St. Mary's.
Position Background:The Digital Analytics, Infrastructure, and Technology Advancement (DAiTA) Group is at the cutting edge of Advanced Aircraft Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (AARDT&E). Our state-of-the-art laboratories are equipped to work seamlessly together, enabling comprehensive testing and evaluation of aircraft and weapons systems across the Department of Defense. What sets the DAiTA Group apart is our exceptional ability to mitigate program risks by crafting intricate battlespace environments where cutting-edge concepts, advanced hardware, and skilled warfighters can dive into the missions of both today and the future. The Integrated Battlespace Simulation and Test (IBST) Department is at the heart of this innovative ecosystem. This team is the driving force behind the research, development, management, design, documentation, fabrication, installation, integration, testing, evaluation, operation, and maintenance of the Air Combat Environment Test Facility (ACETEF) and other DAiTA AARDT&E capabilities, laboratories, and facilities. With IBST at the helm, we're not just preparing for the future but shaping it.
A typical day as an Engineer (TEMPEST Project Lead)-Journeyman may include:- Coordinates, tests and verifies TEMPEST requirements with teammates and customers
- Develops and mentors teammates through the development of TEMPEST control plans, test procedures and test reports
- Leads TEMPEST analyses and implements mitigation strategies to assure compatibility/TEMPEST security of all physical, functional and system interfaces
- Leads the evaluation of design drawings to verify and correct system design to TEMPEST standards
- Leads TEMPEST testing of hardware and software systems (in lab and on-aircraft) to verify adherence of TEMPEST standards
Must-haves:- BS Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related field
- 3 years of relevant work experience
- Experience in the defense or aerospace industry
- Experience with MIL-STD-461/464 and/or DO-160 EMI/EMC
- Knowledge of the electromagnetic concepts (RF isolation, shielding, grounding and filtering)
- Knowledge of NSTISSAM TEMPEST/1-92 and CNSSAM TEMPEST/01-02 specifications
- Experience using RF test and measurement instrumentation (receivers, antennas, analyzers and oscilloscopes)
- The ability to travel up to 25% of the time as required
- The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret Security Clearance-Secret Clearance required to start
Desired Skills: - BS Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited program
- Level I or Level II TEMPEST certification
- Experience with electromagnetic effects
Skills Crucial to Success at AMEWAS:Candidates must have a customer-focused attitude with a high level of professionalism and discretion, and have the ability to work effectively with both management, and as part of a team, to meet project targets.
Physical Environment and Working Conditions:The physical environment requires the employee to work in the field for a majority of their day, on site versus in an office. The physical environment also requires the employee to work in an office, sitting in a cubicle or at a desk, looking at a computer for part of the day. Overnight travel will be required.
Employee will be required to stand, walk and/or move throughout the workday, often bending over and lifting items up to approximately 50 lbs. and/or operating machinery to assist in the movement of heavy objects, such as forklifts and dollies.
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Our Excellent Benefits and Perks:Staying connected to our core values sets us apart from our competition! AMEWAS recognizes and rewards performance, dedication, and creativity. We are committed to investing in our employees and their future by providing them with competitive compensation, creative work teams, and the opportunity to grow in their career. We also provide a robust benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), Life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurance
- Paid vacation, holiday and sick leave
- Generous tuition and training assistance program
- Relocation assistance
- Sign-on bonuses
- Employee longevity recognition
- Community involvement and outreach
- Team building events
- Recognition program
- Wellness program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Mobile service discount
- Fitness reimbursement program
AMEWAS is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and
shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other legally protected class.AMEWAS participates in E-Verify to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.
Please note: AMEWAS does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party staffing agencies, recruiters, or headhunters.