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Air Force Research Laboratory · 10 hours ago

Electronics Engineer

Dayton, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$91K/yr - $177K/yr

1+ years exp

Air Force Research Laboratory is seeking a mid-level Electronics Engineer to contribute to the discovery, development, and transition of next-generation Electronic Warfare concepts. The incumbent will be responsible for providing expert knowledge and analysis, coordinating with various stakeholders, and ensuring that assigned projects meet performance requirements.

Military

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Represent the Branch as an EW leader and subject-matter expert to internal/external organizations

Apply substantial depth of analysis, expert knowledge, and mastery of advanced engineering methods, theories, and standards

Possess knowledge/understanding of DoD-wide operational policies/procedures, USAFMAJCOM/COCOM needs, and technological advances in EW industry, Government labs, US Allies, and academia

Assist with translating EW capability gaps/needs into focused technology/capability development plans

Assist with technology transition plans with receiving agents such as HAF, SAF/AQ, MAJCOMs, AFLCMC, etc

Coordinate with Branch Technical Advisor (TA) to establish visionary programs/projects, prioritize funding/technical goals, and support oral/written briefs/documents to support Branch/Division mission and programmatic requirements

Assist with synchronization of Branch research with Branch TA

Assist with technical and strategic guidance/leadership to in-house/contracted EW research and development efforts

Ensure assigned programs/projects meet cost, schedule, and performance requirements/objectives

Provide inputs to Branch Chief on resource needs (i.e. personnel, material, funding, etc.); seek/develop/support collaborative work and partnership agreements

Assist with technical reviews of assigned Branch programs/projects and attend relevant technical meetings, symposiums, and interagency technical exchanges

Knowledge of threat warning and countermeasure hardware/software designs and techniques; test and evaluation methodologies; simulation technologies; and in-depth threat capabilities and limitations

Qualification

Electronic WarfareEngineering MethodsModel-Based Systems EngineeringElectrical Engineering DegreeAPDP CertificationSimulation ApplicationsResearch ExperienceLeadership SkillsTeamworkAdaptabilityWriting Skills

Required

United States Citizenship

Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower applicable grade, or equivalent in other pay systems

Applicant must be able to meet the OPM Qualification Standards of the position being filled. Office of Personnel Management Qualification Standards can be found at: Electronics Engineering Series 0855

A professional engineering degree at the bachelor's level from an ABET accredited institution in General Engineering or a closely related field is required

Ability to obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET / SCI security clearance

This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent will be subject to random testing

This position has been designated as a Non-Critical Acquisition Position and is covered by the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP) requiring Engineering and Technical Management (N) Level/Tier 2 (Practitioner) Non-Critical certification. The selectee must meet or be capable of achieving acquisition certification within 60 months after assignment. This position also requires the employee to engage in acquisition continuous learning activities achieving 80 continuous learning points every 24 months

Applicants must list all completed APDP certifications on their resume

Preferred

M.S. or Ph.D. Electrical Engineering or related accredited post-graduate degree in an area such as: electronics engineering, radio frequency systems engineering, radar systems engineering, antenna systems engineering, wireless transmissions, and digital communications

Proficient knowledge and understanding of electronic warfare or electrical engineering concepts, principles, practices, standards, methods, techniques, materials, and equipment

Proficient knowledge and understanding of Open Systems standards such as AMS-GRA, Big Iron

Proficient knowledge and understanding of algorithms in the area of optimization and/or data fusion

Possess effective leadership/management skill sets

Able to work in a team environment, as well as independently

Able to quickly adapt to new challenges with a strong motivation to grow and learn in new areas

Possess excellent writing/presenting capabilities

Proficient knowledge in modeling, simulation, and analysis applications

Proficient knowledge in model-based systems engineering and modeling, simulation, and analysis applications

Experience assisting Chief Engineer or Lead Engineer on a project/program

Experience in leading teams

Experience in research task decomposition and planning

Experience working with the Department of Defense research community