Electrical Engineer, Jr. Security Clearance

Position: Electrical Engineer, Jr. with Security Clearance
JOB SUMMARY Specialty Systems, Inc. has an opening for an Electrical Engineer to join our team supporting the Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System (EMALS) and/or Advanced Arresting Gear (AAG). EMALS is the aircraft launch system on Ford Class Carriers and uses electromagnetic technology to launch aircraft from the deck of naval aircraft carriers. AAG is a modular, integrated arresting gear system consisting of energy absorbers, power conditioning equipment, and digital controls.

In this role, you will assist in the design, implementation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and improvement of electrical engineering functions supporting 1000 VDC, 440 VAC, and 120 VAC power and control systems onboard aircraft carriers. You will work closely with senior engineers to ensure the reliability, availability, and performance of EMALS and/or AAG systems in support of critical national defense missions. This position requires a highly adaptable and resilient individual who is willing and able to travel to challenging environments and perform duties in physically demanding and uncomfortable conditions aboard naval vessels (surface), military installations, or remote field sites.

RESPONSIBILITIES Support electrical engineering activities across EMALS and/or AAG systems including design, troubleshooting, maintenance, and system improvement efforts
Work with development, system engineering, and production teams to accurately identify, characterize, resolve, document, address, and track electrical deficiencies, including:
Power factor analysis and correction
Harmonic modeling and analysis
Grounding analysis
Short-circuit investigations
Arc-flash studies
Contribute to technical presentations, electrical work products, requirements, designs, and written communications to explain technical issues to management
Create, review, and execute hardware design documentation including:
Interface control drawings
Assembly drawings
Test procedures
Other technical documents
Create, develop, review, and interpret engineering drawings of complex parts and systems
Research and develop product specifications and interface requirements
Resolve complex electrical compatibility and interface design issues assessing performance attributes and key performance parameters
Evaluate components to determine electrical performance impacts to existing designs in relation to cost, schedule, and performance
Communicate issues, impacts, and corrective actions clearly and effectively
Interact with customers to gather critical information and review engineering plans
Occasionally support in-service teams on shutdown, startup, installation, and maintenance projects WORK ENVIRONMENT & TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS This position requires readiness for travel (5–20% or more), both domestically and internationally, including deployment aboard naval vessels (surface) or to remote forward operating bases. Candidates must be capable of working in challenging environments including:
Noisy machinery
Confined spaces
Elevated heights
Extreme temperatures (hot/cold)
Wet or humid environments
Areas with fumes, dust, or vibrations
Physical readiness is required, including the ability to:
Lift, carry, push, and pull objects up to 50 lbs
Stand, walk, climb ladders/stairs
Stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl for extended periods
Operate tools and equipment with manual dexterity and fine motor skills
Ability to wear required PPE including hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection, respirators, and steel-toed boots is mandatory.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications include:
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering from an ABET-accredited institution
0–6 years of relevant experience, including internships, co-op programs, or academic projects with strong emphasis on hands-on electrical equipment
U.S. Citizenship required
Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET U.S. Government security clearance
Valid U.S. Driver’s License required
Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check Specialty Systems, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,…