Electrical Engineer with Security Clearance

Applied Research Solutions is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support to the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center/PEO Digital Directorate (AFLCMC/ESDI). The Air Force Program Execution Office for PEO Digital (AFPEO/HB) has the collective Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) mission responsibility to manage and execute the modernization, development, testing, production, fielding, and sustainment of the PEO Digital portfolio, which includes over 130 programs for the United States Air Force (USAF) and foreign allies. AFLCMC/PEO Digital Directorate is headquartered at Hanscom Air Force Base, MA with geographically separated operating units CONUS and OCONUS. In this Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) role, you will provide expert-level support to Department of Defense (DoD) programs by assisting government leadership with decision-making, planning, and execution throughout the acquisition lifecycle. You will apply your technical and/or professional expertise to ensure compliance with applicable policies and regulations, contribute to mission success, and help deliver critical capabilities to the warfighter. In this position you will provide Electrical Engineering support for programs and projects. Support involves all the system engineering research, design, development, installation, testing, and operation aspects of the systems under the responsibility of the IPT. You effectively apply practical engineering knowledge of a wide range of established system engineering principles, concepts and methods, with an emphasis on electrical engineering while ensuring OSS&E is considered in all activities. Why Work with us? Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support.Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career- driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the-art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers. Responsibilities include: * Provide system engineering review and analysis of assigned systems throughout all acquisition phases, including conceptual, demonstration, validation, engineering, manufacturing development, production, deployment, and sustainment.* Assist in translating DoD user requirements into system requirements for design, development, fabrication, testing, and evaluation of systems, subsystems, and equipment.* Develop and refine features to improve, extend, or validate current methods, data, or techniques.* Review overall system design baseline (architecture and interoperability) requirements.* Assist in the development of system specifications and architecture products.* Perform independent analysis of engineering changes, specifications, and vendor proposals, providing recommendations to Government points of contact.* Support life cycle cost evaluations of proposed systems and components.* Provide test and evaluation support, including planning, execution, and analysis, and participate in Integrated Test Teams, Test Readiness Reviews, and related program events.* Schedule and secure test resources to meet program office objectives.* Monitor and report on test and evaluation (T&E) activities across all systems.* Support design, planning, analysis, reporting, and documentation during any T&E phase, including applicable certifications and procedures.* Contribute to technical plans by reviewing documents, supporting working groups, tracking risk and issue resolution, and conducting special studies to define alternative approaches.* Support Foreign Military Sales activities as required.* Other duties as assigned.Qualifications/ Technical Experience Requirements: Citizenship: Must be a US citizen Clearance: Must hold an activeSecret clearance Education: Bachelors Degree in a professional engineering discipline and at least 3 years of experience in the respective technical / professional discipline being performed, 3 of which must be in the DoD, OR * * 7+ years of directly related experience, 5 of which must be in the DoD* Experience and/or training in the following electrical engineering areas:* Design, development, and circuit analysis* RF chain sub-specialties (antenna design, high power transmitters/amplifiers, receiver processing, etc.)* Electro-mechanical controls* Modeling and simulation* Test and evaluation* Technical data package development and sustainment* Principles of configuration management* DoD Acquisition processes* Familiarity with Electronic Warfare and/or Air Combat operations, including live aircrew training, TTP development, and Range Infrastructure architectures/systems.* Familiarity with foreign ground radar intelligence or application to DoD systems.Preferred Qualifications: Education: Master’s Degree in a professional engineering discipline and at least 3 years of experience in the respective technical / professional discipline being performed, 3 of which must be in the DoD * Degree from an ABET-accredited educational programTechnical Skills * Strong knowledge of electrical engineering design, analysis, and evaluation methods.* Proficiency in test planning, execution, and evaluation methodologies.* Familiarity with RF systems, electro-mechanical controls, and configuration management.* Understanding of DoD acquisition and test policies.Interpersonal Skills * Strong written and verbal communication skills.* Ability to work independently and in a cross-functional Integrated Product Team (IPT) environment.* Analytical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.* Capability to collaborate effectively with government, contractor, and industry stakeholders.Additional Information: Location: Hill AFB Ogden UT All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.