Electronics Engineer - Remote (Virginia)

About MANTECH

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About the Role

MANTECH is seeking a motivated Electronics Engineer to support Military Sealift Command (MSC) engineering and design efforts. This fully remote position, based out of Virginia, requires occasional travel to Chesapeake or Norfolk, VA. You will leverage your technical expertise to manage the technical aspects of shipboard electronic systems, including navigation, machinery control electronics, and satellite communications, ensuring safe and reliable maritime operations through professional analysis.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the design, maintenance, and configuration control for shipboard electrical systems, navigation, and machinery control electronics.
• Conduct technical surveys, inspection trips, and attend sea trials or ship checks before, during, and after system alterations.
• Develop Electrical Calculations and Schematics, including Voltage Drop Calculations, Load Calculations, and Power & Lighting One Line Diagrams.
• Perform Electrical Plant Load Analysis (EPLA), Protective Device Coordination Studies, and Electric Plant Distribution Impact Data (EPDID).
• Design and integrate Satellite Communications (SATCOM) hardware and software, including transponders, antennas, and frequency planners.
• Implement RF and signal processing solutions such as adaptive antenna beamforming and high-power amplifiers to optimize spectrum efficiency.
• Develop ground segment engineering solutions and SmallSat/CubeSat systems, including power management circuits and command systems.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience with specialized vessels in one or more of the following areas: Expeditionary Fast Transport Vessels (T-EPF), Hospital Ships (T-AH), Dry Cargo/Ammunition Ships (T-AKE), Underway Replenishment Oilers (T-AO), Cable Laying/Repair (T-ARC), Rescue/Salvage Ships (T-ARS), Submarine Tender (T-AS), Fleet Ocean Tugs (T-ATF), Command Ship (LCC), Expeditionary Mobile Base (T-ESB), Fast Combat Support Vessels (T-AOE) or like vessels.
• Experience with navigation, electronics, and communication systems in a marine environment.
• Demonstrated experience with satellite communications (SATCOM) integration, including hardware and software implementation.
• Experience performing fault current analysis and protective device coordination studies for maritime platforms.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with SKM (or similar power system analysis software), MathCAD, Adobe Pro, AutoCAD, and MS Office Suite.
• Self-starter with excellent people skills - able to work across teams, organize meetings/boards, and drive change throughout an organization.

Clearance Requirements:

• An active Secret clearance is required for this position.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• Needs to occasionally move about inside the office, and climb ladder wells on vessels, etc.
• Frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve attending meetings.
• Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

Compensation & Benefits:

The projected compensation range for this position is $70,200.00-$117,000.00, which may vary based on factors such as contract wage determination, relevant experience, skills, geographic location, education, certifications, and Federal Government Contract Labor categories. MANTECH offers comprehensive benefits including Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Disability, Retirement and Savings plans, and Learning & Development opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

MANTECH considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals needing assistance during the application process.