Senior Electrical Engineer, Virginia

Overview:
Be the Difference

 

Astrion offers comprehensive services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success across various domains, from Cyber to Digital, Mission and Systems, servicing our nation's Civilian, Defense and Space communities. We support customers with Centers of Excellence in Washington DC and Huntsville, AL with an additional 36+ locations across the U.S.

 

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Electrical Engineer to provide full life cycle technical support for all types of combatant craft, boats, watercraft, amphibious vessels/vehicles, Patrol Coastal Class ships, specialty craft/vessels, life rafts, inflatable craft, unmanned vessels/vehicles, and associated craft and mission systems to the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division’s Combatant Craft Division.

 

JOB DETAILS

LOCATION: Virginia Beach, VA

JOB STATUS: FT

TRAVEL:  0%

 

JOB SUMMARY
The Senior Electrical Engineer will lead the design, development, testing, and oversight of electrical and electronic systems, with a focus on shipboard and marine applications. This role involves managing complex engineering projects across a range of specialties, including power generation, transmission, distribution, and communications. The Senior Electrical Engineer will also be responsible for developing new products, writing performance specifications, creating maintenance schedules, and ensuring compliance with safety and performance standards. Additional responsibilities include equipment testing, diagnosing operational issues, and providing accurate time and cost estimates for engineering initiatives. 

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering 

Technical Expertise:

Electrical and Electronic Systems Integration & Design, including:

Power generation systems

Power conversion and distribution systems

Illumination systems

Interior and exterior communications systems

Navigation systems

Control systems

Network infrastructure

C5ISR systems (Command, Control, Communication, Computer, Combat, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance)

Analytical Skills:

Performing engineering calculations for design validation

Conducting system-level analysis

Verifying technical adequacy and performance of electrical and electronic systems

Security Clearance

Must possess an active U.S. Secret Clearance

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

Ability to work independently and as part of a team under project deadlines.

Experience supporting test and evaluation of maritime electrical and electronic systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include one or more of the following in support of watercraft engineering and marine services:

Design and integration of electrical and electronic equipment and systems, including:

Power generation, conversion, and distribution

Illumination systems

Interior and exterior communications systems

Navigation and control systems

Networks and C5ISR systems (Command, Control, Communication, Computer, Combat, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance)

Other shipboard electrical and electronic systems

Perform analysis, calculations, and verification of electrical and electronic system designs to ensure compliance with technical requirements and performance standards

What We Offer

Competitive salaries

Continuing education assistance

Professional development allotment

Multiple healthcare benefits packages

401K with employer matching

Flex time off (FTO) along with a federally recognized vacation schedule

Who We Are

At Astrion, we innovate, elevate, and shape the world of tomorrow. At our core is our purpose to “Be the Difference”. This means we encourage our employees to take action and be the driving force for positive change. We foster an environment where innovative solutions flourish and our company continuously evolves.

 

We have a culture of care, empathy, and making a tangible difference within our organization and communities. We embrace continuous learning, growth, and innovation, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. We promote collaboration and empowering our teams is at the core of our success.

 

Join Astrion and Be the Difference in your career and the world!

 

Astrion is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

 

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.