Systems Engineer

Overview Brandes Associates, Inc. (BAI), a defense contractor with over 35 years of continuous performance, seeks a Systems Engineering Technician with 3+ years of experience to support advanced development and build to print capability of a program of record at Point Mugu, CA. This is an opportunity to leverage your proven expertise in systems engineering to contribute to mission-critical deployment of a Family of Systems provided to our government customer’s expeditionary and special operations warfare units. Opportunities for career advancement, excellent benefits, and long-term stability are key advantages of our employee-focused company. Salary The typical annual salary range for this position is $88,000.00 USD to $105,000.00 USD. Salary will be based on current qualifications, directly related experience, geographic location, and possible contractual requirements which could fall outside of this range. Responsibilities Assist engineers in the research, design, development, testing, manufacturing, and repair of electrical and electronic equipment specific to configuration end items with defined structural definition Provide research and engineering investigation services/prototype builds for integration of replacement COTS components that sustain life cycle performance and add technological capability to the current product Build up the assemblies of the system components using all meaning of interconnect technologies to insert into the next higher assembly Support the maintenance and update of the technical drawings, schematics, and documentation required for production, testing, and operational use and maintenance Conduct qualitative testing of all system equipment and components using a variety of specialized measuring and test devices. Ensure the proper installation and functioning of components and systems as each assembly is built and connected to the next higher sys-assembly Work within a team setting to meet build schedules in support of deploying systems Perform depot level maintenance and repair of equipment and field service support as needed Collect and analyze data to confirm that the equipment meets design specifications and safety standards Qualifications Cleared at the DoD Secret level 3 - 7 years’ experience in a position(s) conducting the electrical technician skills defined above 2 years of recent engineering support experience Direct experience in soldering and building common connection types for interconnects of electronic components Direct experience with electronic systems test equipment Desired Additional Experience/Qualifications Former Aviation Technical or Ships Electronics technician Radio Frequency/Electronic Warfare system sustainment/maintenance Proficient in system simulation and modeling tools, including MATLAB and RF signal analysis tools Ability to lead classified and sensitive military programs Demonstrated leadership in risk assessment, problem resolution, and optimizing mission-critical systems

EDUCATION

Degree: AA or Technical certificate in electronics, Electrical Engineering, or relevant technical discipline. ALLOWABLE SUBSTITUTION: An additional 2 years of relevant work experience may be substituted for an AA degree. SECURITY CLEARANCE – DoD SECRET Condition of Employment: Applicant must hold an active DoD SECRET clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

CITIZENSHIP

Applicants must have U.S. citizenship at the time of application. BAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other non-merit based factors made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Brandes Associates Inc.