Junior Engineer; VX

Systems Application & Technologies Inc

Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Position Type: Full-Time,
Exempt

Work Location: Patuxent River, MD

Pay Details: $80,000 - $145,000+ / year (depending on experience)

Company Overview: Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. (SA‑TECH) is a progressive and well‑established Department of War contractor specializing in range operations and maintenance, weapons testing, facilities management, aerial, ground and seaborne targets O&M, technical, logistics and other engineering support, systems integration, electronics and communications maintenance services, and a growing cybersecurity business. SA‑TECH operates a dozen active test and/or training ranges for the Army, Air Force and Navy and has a 36‑year heritage of supporting diverse Department of War programs.

Job Summary: At the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division in Patuxent River, MD, SA‑TECH supports the Aircraft Instrumentation Division (AID) of the Prototyping, Experimentation, and Instrumentation (PIE) Department and is looking to hire an Instrumentation Engineer to support VX‑20 and serve as an authoritative technical specialist responsible for the design, development, construction, and test and evaluation of complex, advanced Special Flight Test Instrumentation (SFTI) systems and sub‑systems, with special expertise in data processing hardware and software.

• Support VX‑20 for E‑2D and P‑8.
• Instrumentation system design, integration, calibration, and flight support.
• Manage small to medium instrumentation projects to include cost, schedule, and performance.
• Support from the design, programming, and build of the instrumentation through to ground test and/or flight test, performing pre‑flights, post‑flights, re‑calibrations, flight support at the ground station, data validation, and data playback.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Conditions will vary although most work will be performed in enclosed buildings.
• Work will include sitting, standing, walking, lifting and reaching.
• Must be capable of lifting 50 lbs. solo and 50‑100 lbs. assisted by others.
• Working hours are 0530 to 1500 or 0600‑1530.
• Sometimes need to work flex working hours, sometimes need to work overtime.
• May require periodic travel.

• BS in Physics or Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• One to three years of experience required at a minimum, with more experience desired.
• Experience with flight test instrumentation associated with the design and programming of the instrumentation to collect, store, and transmit the data required to meet customer’s needs.
• Recent experience with flight test instrumentation and associated programming and validation tools is desired (not required).
• Working knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office and Microsoft SharePoint.
• Current Driver’s License required; must be able to be insured through company’s vehicle insurance policy while driving work/government/rental vehicles during working hours, and for the duration of employment.
• U.S. Citizenship required and must be able to obtain a U.S. Department of War Secret Security Clearance prior to hire date and maintain a Secret clearance throughout employment.
• All candidates will be required to pass background screening to include SSN, Driver Record, and Criminal Background Investigation.

• Employee Recognition
• Above‑Average Compensation
• Competitive Benefits
• Ongoing Training and Development
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long‑Term Disability
• 401(k) match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• EAP
• Education Assistance
• PTO and Holidays
• Vacation and Sick Leave

** Please note that any provided salary information is a general guideline. SA‑TECH considers factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education, training, and skills as well as market and business considerations when extending offers.