Electrical Engineer

Computational Physics, Inc. (CPI) is looking for an Electrical Engineer to support our customers at the U.S. Naval Observatory, Washington DC.

The U.S. Naval Observatory (USNO) is responsible for the creation, dissemination and maintenance of precise time and navigation products for the Department of Defense and other customers. CPI is seeking an Electrical Engineer with a background in satellite communications to support two-way satellite time transfer (TWSTT) and fiber time transfer (FTT) systems  successful candidate will be responsible for the design, implementation, and performance validation of TWSTT and FTT systems and their integration into existing timing infrastructure.

The new Engineer will work with a team of engineers and technicians to monitor, troubleshoot and maintain these systems to ensure optimal performance, and investigate new approaches to time transfer as well as improvements to existing TWSTT and FTT techniques.

• BS in Electrical, Electronics or Computer Engineering from an ABET accredited institution
• Knowledge of EE fundamentals: circuit theory, power, RF, etc.
• RF and satellite communications theory
• RF system analysis and link budgets
• Electronic test equipment, e.g. oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers
• Python programming
• Active SECRET security clearance

• RF over fiber and optical link testing
• Familiarity with photonics

• 401(k), Profit Sharing and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Disability insurance (short-term and long-term)
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement

CPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.