Simulation Systems Engineer (Electrical Engineering Background)

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Full Time Professional Hampton, VA, US 6 days ago Requisition ID: 1554 Job Responsibilities Design, implementation, modification, operation, and maintenance of fixed based and motion base simulators and support equipment. Oversee Readiness Procedures, Preventive Maintenance, and Corrective Maintenance on simulator devices. Direct simulator hardware reconfiguration and/or modification. Diagnose, troubleshoot, modify and repair electromechanical, video, audio, and/or network systems using maintenance publications and wiring diagrams. Work with technicians, employ use of complex electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, digital multi-meter, fiber optic test equipment, temperature probes, computer based troubleshooting systems, power meters, CAT5 and CAT6 network cabling testing. Troubleshoot and replace complex electronics components such as analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog circuit modules, VMEbus Data Acquisition systems, and Fiber Optics systems. Troubleshoot and update Linux and Windows based operating systems during replacement and/or re-configuration of simulation computers and network systems. Develop panel layout and designs. Integrate Hardware-in-the-loop real-time simulation components and systems. Model and apply engineering methods and techniques to the design, development, integration, qualification and/or support of the simulator systems. Effectively describes hardware, software, and simulator subsystems problems to management. Oversee records of all maintenance and operations activities, and reports on them. Support operations, maintenance, and training operations during weekends and off-shift hours when required. Prepare documentation or provide inputs for creating documentation as required. Develop quality components and ensure that created module meets all performance, quality, reliability and functional requirements by analyzing and troubleshooting issues. Position Requirements Basic Qualifications A CANDIDATE MUST BE EITHER A U.S. CITIZEN OR PERMANENT RESIDENT. No security clearance required. A Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering from an accredited college or university is a hard requirement. Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience. Hands‑on AutoCAD, PRO‑E or other similar Design/Drafting experience. Be able to design, implement, modify, operate, and maintain real‑time simulators, simulation systems and support equipment. Interest or experience in conducting non‑standard electronics tests, constructing breadboards, performing modifications to simulation systems, compiling/processing engineering test data, and performing complex operations and preventive maintenance procedures. Strong problem‑solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills required. Strong team building skills required. Preferred Qualifications Industry work experience. Electro‑Mechanical Engineering background desired. Experience with Image Generator (IG) technologies desired. Knowledge of Common Image Generator Interface (CIGI) desired. Experience with video switching support hardware desired. Experience with process improvement techniques and application. Knowledge of embedded real‑time system operations and configurations. Experience with electronics, avionics, mechanics, hydraulic systems, or electronic fabrication is desired. #J-18808-Ljbffr Metis Technology Solutions, Inc.