Electrical Engineer - Diagnostic Implementation - 1261

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Scientific Applications & Research Associates, Inc. (SARA) is a world-class Defense Research and Development enterprise, with a charter to create new and emerging technology innovations in support of Commercial & Government organizations. We have expertise in RF, EMP, Pulsed Power, Acoustics and Threat Warning Systems, and we prioritize partnering with our customers to address real-world problems with cost-effective solutions… that work.

The High-Power Electromagnetics Division (HPEM) team is at the forefront of radiated and conducted energy delivery systems from prime power to applications. Selected candidates will have the opportunity to grow, lead, and learn with talented engineers, physicists, and technicians on long-term programs and new programs supporting the DoD, DoE, and their contractors. The HPEM Division is looking for an exceptionally talented, motivated, and creative Electrical Engineer to support our Colorado Springs activities.

Core Responsibilities:

• Assisting technical leadership with diagnostic field(off-site) and lab(on-site) testing
• Supporting highly technical engineering and scientific teams on field test activities when necessary (moderate travel is required on occasion)
• Writing detailed technical reports and maintain comprehensive project documentation
• Ensure fidelity of measurements and acquisition of data

Key Competencies:

• Critical thinking and problem solving
• Excellent decision-making and leadership capabilities
• Conflict resolution experience
• Adaptability to work in a fluid, fast-paced team environment

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, physics, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 0-5 years of experience in Electrical Engineering
• Must be available for up to 25% travel in support of testing or other customer requirements
• Willing to work odd hours when needed – associated with travel/field testing
• Self-motivation and the willingness to develop new skills and ask questions
• The capability to work and think independently
• A willingness to take on a wide variety of tasks and learn
• Willingness to fail, push-forward, and learn from mistakes
• Hands-on test and debugging experience with knowledge of standard test equipment (e.g. oscilloscope, logic analyzer, signal generator)
• Experience with data processing software including Excel, MATLAB, and Mathcad
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills
• Adaptable to highly dynamic workload and environment
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance
• US CITIZENSHIP required for security clearance purposes

Work Conditions:

• May require some physical effort, involving standing, sitting and use of hands while performing duties, carrying or lifting up to 50 pounds
• Working environment when indoors is moderately quiet, reasonably clean, well-lighted and well-ventilated, some physical hazards may exist

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active DoD Top Secret or DoE Q clearance
• Electrical circuit simulation, schematic capture, and layout skills
• Basic programming experience (e.g. C++, C#, Python)
• Some LABVIEW exposure/experience
• Desire to learn/grow into technical leadership

Benefits:

• SARA offers a competitive benefits package to include: medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, and other supplemental programs
• A generous PTO program (vacation, sick, holiday)
• Tuition & Certification reimbursement
• Flexible work schedules
• Employee bonuses
• 401(k)/profit sharing
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Salary Range: $65,000 – $85,000

U.S. citizenship is required for most positions. (www.SARA.com)

SARA, Inc. is an EEOC/Title VII/ADA compliant federally contracted employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. Also, as a federal contractor, SARA must abide by the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and maintains a drug-free workplace regardless of local and state allowance.

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