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Leidos · 1 day ago

EQT Electro-Mechanical Engineer

Philadelphia, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$58K/yr - $105K/yr

2+ years exp

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. The Electro-mechanical Engineer will support an Environment Qualification Test Facility at the Naval Surface Warfare Center in Philadelphia, PA, working on electromagnetic interference testing and collaborating with the test facility manager on various projects and testing procedures.

ComputerGovernmentInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySoftware

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Receive MIL-STD-461 training to perform all aspects of EMI testing at NSWCPD’s test lab

Install power supplies, transformers and cables required to operate equipment under test

Create and review test procedures to support qualification testing

Interact with the Navy Technical Warrant Holder for approvals

Install equipment and input/output cabling inside anechoic chambers to simulate shipboard operation

Develop EMI measurement techniques and data acquisition hardware / software experience

Perform MIL-STD-461 EMI and MIL-STD-1399 Power Quality Testing and document results

Identify deficiencies and develop recommendations for solutions

Learn grounding / shielding techniques and L-R-C filter design to aid in successful EMI testing

Develop, document and brief interdisciplinary teams and Navy Stakeholders on EMI topics

Create CDRLs associated with EMI Testing, Qualification and Waivers

Develop knowledge in the areas of electromagnetic interference, electromagnetic control, electromagnetic pulse and electromagnetic vulnerability

Support offsite EQT events at land-based test centers (system level), commercial test facilities (component level) or aboard Navy ships (sea trials)

Perform shipboard inspections to validate designs and proper installation of equipment

Support other testing at the facility, including Shock and Vibration

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringEMI TestingElectromagnetic Environmental EffectsTechnical WritingProject ManagementBasic Electrical PrinciplesTeam CollaborationCommunication SkillsProblem Solving

Required

BS Degree in Electrical / Mechanical Engineering or relevant discipline

2 years or less of experience in a DOD related field (Component Level Design or Electrical Testing for the U.S. Navy / other military applications)

Ability to read, understand, and interpret engineering drawings and specifications

Understanding of basic electrical principles and concepts

Ability to work independently and with local / remote team members and customers

Willingness to learn new skills to become a subject matter expert

Ability to perform basic physical tasks, including lifting, carrying equipment (up to 20lbs), standing for extended periods, and operating simple equipment safely and efficiently

U.S. Citizen and must have or be able to obtain a US SECRET security clearance

Must be able to travel domestically and internationally up to 10% of time

Works well in a team environment