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Electrical Engineer-Direct HIRE Authority with Security Clearance

Job in Dahlgren, King George County, Virginia, 22448, USA
Listing for: Department of the Air Force
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-24
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: ELECTRICAL ENGINEER-DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY with Security Clearance
Duties DR-0850-01:
* With minimal guidance, either individually or as part of a multi- disciplinary team, scopes, tasks and performs complex, accurate, and technically rigorous physics model-based analysis of adversary components, nodes, networks and/or systems based on multiple structured and unstructured intelligence datasets to produce targeting solutions in support of planning and operational requirements.
* Develops representative electrical network/system characterizations and mathematical models using appropriate methods to fill information shortfalls/ensure optimal depiction of real world with support from senior personnel. Identifies critical elements/vulnerabilities, prioritizes targets for engagement to meet specific objectives, and provides qualitative and/or quantitative estimations of effectiveness of recommended engagement options for review.
* Prepares timely, relevant, and technically accurate targeting products with some oversight. Develops quantitative modeling skills utilizing existing electric power engineering modeling and simulation tools. Stays abreast of community/ academic advancements. Uses critical thinking and creative problem solving to adapt existing methods and tools and/or develop innovative approaches to improve ability to meet requirements/ enhance operational utility.
* Provides requirements, develops, and assesses the capability and performance of established and/or improved analytic methods, models, techniques, and tools for team review. Incumbent works with the supervisor to develop deadlines, projects, and other work assignments. Presents routine information in a clear and timely manner. Supports the development of others through teaching, mentoring, sharing knowledge and incorporating feedback. DR-0850-02:
* Performs professional engineering targeting and effects assessment analysis of systems, nodes and components using scientific and/or electrical engineering methods, computer models, standard operating practices, and related tools in support of joint planning, training, exercises and operations. Conducts experiments/investigations to develop further understanding of unproven concepts or phenomena; to formulate and validate hypothesis; and to develop new designs, techniques, or models.

* Converts, adapts, and modifies existing methodologies and models to meet emerging requirements and enhance operational utility. Provides expertise to analysts, scientists, engineers, managers, contractors, and other collaborative agencies. Compiles final reports of analysis studies, experiments, methodologies, and technical evaluations presenting findings, conclusions, and recommendations in both oral and written forms.
* Develops new/modifies existing quantitative methods, models, approaches, or scientific knowledge to solve electrical engineering challenges in experimental areas that enable the Command to develop new targeting solutions. Efforts involve appropriate technology areas and if needed, other organizations. Applies knowledge of science/engineering/technology to analyze and resolve multifaceted issues/problems with minimal guidance. Plans and carries out work that is well aligned with organizational goals.

Uses critical thinking and originality in developing innovative approaches to define and resolve complex situations. Develops integration plans and executes Technical Point of Contact/financial duties for contract efforts, as required. Supports Cyber security requirements to ensure continued lab accreditation to include 8570 compliance and obtaining/maintaining at a minimum the Security Plus certification.
* Provides information and effectively partners within and beyond own organizational unit to influence decisions or recommend solutions. Leads development and execution of projects to advance work unit mission. Generates key ideas and contributes technically to advance capability of command. Leads, mentors, and performs complex assignments within a team environment as the lead or key team member to improve capability of a technology area or address command initiatives.

Requirements Conditions of employment
* Males must be registered for Selective Service, see (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).
* U.S. Citizenship Required
* A security clearance may be required
* If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at:  
* Recruitment incentives may/may not be authorized
* This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
* Position may be subject to random drug testing
* Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
* Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
* Employee must maintain current certifications
* Disclosure of Political Appointments
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