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Combat Systems Radar Engineer
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A Marine Engineer or Architect designs, constructs, tests, and maintains ships and other water-going vessels. May specialize in marine engineering and work on the mechanical systems that propel vehicles. May specialize in marine or naval architecture and focus on the basic structure and design of a ship. May specialize in a particular type of vessel, or a system or process involved in ship design.
$105,460 / year median in Virginia
+1% projected growth
Job Description
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Combat Systems Radar Engineer Job Description We are seeking a skilled Combat Systems Radar Engineer to join our team in Dahlgren, VA. This full-time position is part of our support for a US Navy Program, requiring extensive Combat System Integration expertise. The engineer will contribute technical expertise to ensure the seamless integration of radar systems into US Navy ships. Responsibilities Actively participate as part of a team of engineers, technicians, and support personnel to provide ship integration services that address the physical design, installation, test, and maintenance of USN Combat Systems. Perform technical reviews of planned ship upgrades, coordinate Ship Integration Liaison Action Records (LARs), and provide written comments on potential system and ship integration/installation issues/impacts. Generate and perform technical reviews of integration/engineering Ship Change Documents (SCDs). Review Combat System changes to identify possible conjunctive alteration impacts with other ship systems. Participate in assessment events related to integration and testing of ship systems. Conduct ship checks to document existing compartment arrangements and system configurations. Participate in program reviews, phone conferences, working groups, and other meetings as required. Essential Skills Minimum of 5 years experience as either a Fire Control Technician (FC) or Electronic Technician (ET) or 5 years' experience in the field of ship design or integration. Familiarization with Combat System block wiring and line diagrams. Specific experience in one or more of the following areas: Command and Control (C2), Electronic Warfare (EW), Ship Self Defense System (SSDS), or Exterior Communication Systems (Excoms). Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience with Ship Installation Drawings, Technical Reviews, and Ship Change Documents. Knowledge of Navy Radars, with SPY6 preferred. Familiarity with US Navy Ship Specification documents. Specific experience in one or more of the following areas:AN/SPS-73
(V)18 NGSSR, SPQ-9B, EASRAN/SPY-6
(V), INTERROGATORSET AN/UPX-45
(C) IFF, autocad, and troubleshooting. Recent and verifiable experience supporting Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) ship integration efforts is preferred. Must be eligible to obtain a US security clearance, with a current Secret Clearance being a plus. A US passport is a plus for potential travel, which may be required up to 10%. Work Environment This position is full-time and on-site in Dahlgren, VA. The role involves working on non-AEGIS ships, including amphibious submersibles and Aircraft Carriers, ensuring our nation's warfighter continues to stay safe and on track with overhaul. The company has a longstanding relationship with the Navy, offering an opportunity to work with advanced technologies in a professional and supportive environment. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dahlgren, VA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $45.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Dahlgren,VA.