Amentum · 7 hours ago
FORACS Electronics Engineer - Test Group
West Palm Beach, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$80K/yr - $80K/yr
6+ years expAmentum is seeking a FORACS Electronics Engineer - Test Group to support the NATO FORACS project in West Palm Beach, FL. The FORACS Electronics Engineer is responsible for supporting sensor accuracy testing on U.S. and NATO surface ships, submarines, and helicopters for the AUTEC Project.
Mechanical EngineeringSecurityTechnical Support
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Support testing of installed sensors on surface ships, submarines and helicopters
Provide engineering support to Test Engineer group
Review testing methodologies for suitability to achieve sensor-testing criteria
Coordinate testing with shipboard personnel to achieve goals of the designated test
Verify, install and operate specialized test equipment to support testing
Monitor shipboard and NFA personnel in sensor-system setup and operation to ensure data collected accurately reflects sensor performance
Analyze data and produce reports in a timely manner to designated recipients
Supervises the conduct of sensor testing in a real-time test environment, ensuring testing is completed in accordance with established Test Procedures
Installs, configures and operates specialized data collection and analysis computer network to support real time data collection
Ensure data entry into specialized data collection and analysis system meets data collection standards, including validity of data and operation of shipboard and target generation systems
When assigned, support engineering changes, prepare engineering change documentation, supervise/perform equipment modifications, and verify new equipment
Conduct special studies and prepare technical reports regarding equipment performance and improvement
Interfaces with naval personnel (officers and enlisted) to achieve goals of the designated test
Participates in the development of specifications for new equipment
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
BS in an engineering, technology or science field
Six years of RDT&E or similar experience
In lieu of a degree, 10 years of experience in the operation, maintenance and testing of Naval Sensor Systems
Applicant must be able to participate in tests on board all types of navy vessels
Applicant must be able to lift and carry material up to 50 lbs
Applicant must be able to climb stairs/ladders
Applicant must be able to deploy to sea on navy ships and submarines and operate equipment from range support working craft
Applicant must be able to work in tight spaces and work at heights
Applicant may be required to travel to locations away from headquarters 25% - 50% of year, depending on testing schedule
Applicant must hold a valid U.S. driver's license
Applicant must have or obtain a valid U.S. passport
Applicant must be able to deploy to locations with limited medical facilities for short duration
This position requires the individual to be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance. Note: U.S. Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance
Preferred
U.S. Navy surface ship, submarine, and helicopter navigation and target sensor systems (radar, sonar, fire control, navigation, etc.) knowledge highly desirable
Experience in conducting complex data analysis
Experience authoring Test Reports
Familiarity with naval shipboard operations, terminology, customs, traditions, and protocol
Knowledge of acoustics theory, RF propagation theory, GPS tracking systems or computer networking
Advance skills in Microsoft Office – including Word and Excel
Active Secret clearance
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Company
Amentum
Amentum is a technology and engineering company for security, defense, and energy.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$321.16M2025-03-12Post Ipo Secondary· $321.16M
2024-09-27IPO
2020-01-01Private Equity
Leadership Team
Ajay Nagar
Vice President
Darren Burton
Chief People Officer
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