Engineer; Electro-Optical-Journeyman

Position: Engineer (Electro-Optical)-Journeyman
At AMEWAS, we don't just support defense- we shape it. For over 40 years, we've been a trusted partner of the Department of Defense (DoD) by providing cutting-edge engineering, testing, and evaluation for U.S. Navy weapons systems.

Our people are the heart of our mission. Across our headquarters in California, Maryland, and offices in Orlando, FL, and San Diego, CA, you'll find a diverse and driven team committed to making a real impact for our Nation's Warfighters.

If you're ready to grow your skills, be challenged by meaningful work, and contribute to something bigger...this is where you belong.

Come do work that matters. Join AMEWAS.

The Position:

AMEWAS is seeking a highly motivated and talented Engineer (Electro-Optical)-Journeyman to support Advanced Aircraft Research, Development, Test & Evaluation. The salary range of this position is $90,000.00 - $ and is commensurate with experience. This position is not eligible for remote work; on-site support is required.

About the location:

Patuxent River, MD, located in the California-Lexington Park area, is Maryland's #1 City Hiring the Most High-Tech Workers. To learn more about the surrounding area, please visit:

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 (Electro-Optical)-Journeyman may include:

• Designs, assembles and maintains EO/IR test setups (Ex. optical characterization labs, laser alignment, hardware for measurement across optical wavelengths, etc.)
• Develops and operates target boards for EO/IR sensor evaluation and incorporates thermal sources and detectors
• Builds and manages EO/IR simulated environments and rugged field-test infrastructure to replicate real-world scenarios for missile seekers, laser designators and special mission sensors
• Supports test planning, execution, documentation and post-test analysis (Ex. real-time monitoring and integration with aircraft/weapons systems)
• Diagnoses and corrects electronic circuitry malfunctions in EO/IR equipment
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams on prototyping, integration and fleet support
• Participates in occasional travel for Army/Air Force/Navy test activities

Must-haves:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics or related field
• 3 years of relevant work experience
• Experience with EO/IR sensors and test equipment
• Experience with EO/IR test and evaluation techniques/criteria
• Experience with DAIRCM and LAIRCM
• The ability to obtain and maintain SAP and/or SCI access as required
• Holds final Secret eligibility-The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret Security Clearance

Desired

Skills:

• Advanced Degree in Optics, Electrical Engineering, Physics or related STEM discipline
• Experience with imaging systems (Ex. IR, visible, multi-spectral, etc.)
• Experience integrating EO hardware and embedded electronics
• Proficiency in MATLAB, Python or C++ for data analysis and test automation

Skills Crucial to Success at AMEWAS:

Candidates must demonstrate a customer-focused mindset, professionalism, and discretion, while working collaboratively with management and teams to meet objectives. Candidates should be hard-working individuals with strong attention to detail and the ability to foster a positive, team-oriented culture.

Physical Environment and

Working Conditions:



The physical environment for this position requires the employee to work in the field for a majority of their day (lab facilities), 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.

The employee may be required to travel short distances to offices/conference rooms and buildings on site or near the work site. Overnight travel will be required.

The employee is required to stand, walk and/or move throughout the workday, often bending over and lifting items up to approximately 50 lbs. Operation of machinery…