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Amatriot Group, LLC

Electrical Engineer

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$130K - $160K/yr

Dahlgren, VA OR Crane, IN Job Type: Full-Time Target Salary Range*: $130,000-$160,000 *This ... government engineer to ensure continuity of system knowledge. The position is fully remote and ...

Alutiiq, LLC

Electrical Engineer II

San Diego, CA · On-site

$105K - $125K/yr

... Job Type Full-time Typical Pay/Range $105,000 to $125,000 Annually Education Bachelor's Degree ... Coordinate installation evolutions with government entities and vendor support staff as systems ...

DCS CORPORATION

Flight Test Engineer

Patuxent River, MD · On-site

$60K - $90K/yr

Full-time T&E positions for current and future Navy/Marine aircraft and stores are available ... experienced DCS and Government engineers across several areas: * Aircraft Aeromechanics ...

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Electro-Optics Engineer - 28606

Crane, IN

$101K - $150K/yr

Requisition Number: 28606 Required Travel: 0 - 10% Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt ... Collaborate with government engineers, scientists, program managers, and cross-functional ...

City of Pharr

Programmer Analyst

Pharr, TX · On-site

$48K/yr

Don't miss your chance to be part of a vibrant organization dedicated to improving local government technology! Apply today! What's your day like? As a Full Time Programmer Analyst at the City of ...

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Electro-Optics Engineer - 28606

Crane, IN

$101K - $150K/yr

Requisition Number: 28606 Required Travel: 0 - 10% Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt ... Collaborate with government engineers, scientists, program managers, and cross-functional ...

SAIC

Combat and Strategic Systems Engineer

Crane, IN · On-site

Systems Engineer Schedule: Full-Time Shift: Day Job Travel: Yes - 25% of the time Minimum Clearance ... Coordinate with government engineers, program managers, and integrated product teams (IPTs) to ...

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Project Manager - Government Construction

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$110K - $140K/yr

Must be able to commute to the office full time; no remote or hybrid options available. * Education ... Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a ...

DCS Corp

Flight Test Engineer

Lexington Park, MD

$60K - $90K/yr

Full-time T&E positions for current and future Navy/Marine aircraft and stores are available ... experienced DCS and Government engineers across several areas: * Aircraft Aeromechanics ...

HII

Electro-Optics Engineer - 28606

Crane, IN

$101K - $150K/yr

Requisition Number: 28606 Required Travel: 0 - 10% Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt ... Collaborate with government engineers, scientists, program managers, and cross-functional ...

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Electrical Engineer

Amatriot Group, LLC

Bethesda, MD • On-site

$130K - $160K/yr

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Security Clearance: Secret

Location: Dahlgren, VA OR Crane, IN

Job Type: Full-Time

Target Salary Range*: $130,000-$160,000

*This represents the potential salary range for this position depending on education level, years of experience and/or certifications in addition to other position specific requirements which may impact salary

Position Overview:

This role supports mission-critical electrical and control system sustainment and modernization efforts within a DoD environment. The Electrical Engineer will provide hands-on expertise in PLC-based control systems, Ladder Logic development, and electrical design, while serving as an understudy to a retiring government engineer to ensure continuity of system knowledge. The position is fully remote and supports long-term lifecycle sustainment and modernization of existing control architectures.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop, modify, and maintain Ladder Logic for programmable logic controllers (PLCs).
  • Integrate and support Allen-Bradley PLC platforms using Rockwell Automation software tools.
  • Perform system integration using Studio 5000 / CompactLogix environments (version 21 or later).
  • Develop and maintain electrical schematics and wiring diagrams using AutoCAD Electrical.
  • Support Printed Circuit Board (PCB) design, review, and troubleshooting.
  • Troubleshoot electrical and control system issues at the system and subsystem level.
  • Assemble, test, and validate electrical and control system assemblies.
  • Support LabVIEW-based control and data acquisition systems.
  • Provide technical knowledge transfer and documentation in support of workforce succession.
  • Support limited FPGA-based integration as required (non-primary responsibility).
  • Communicate technical status, risks, and recommendations to engineering and program leadership.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
  • Must have experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs.
  • Proven experience developing and troubleshooting Ladder Logic–based control systems.
  • Experience using Rockwell Automation software tools (e.g., Studio 5000 / CompactLogix).
  • Experience developing electrical schematics using AutoCAD Electrical.
  • Experience troubleshooting electrical and control system issues.
  • Experience assembling and testing electrical or control system hardware.
  • Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
  • Strong written and verbal technical communication skills.
  • Eligibility to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with LabVIEW-based control systems.
  • Experience with FPGA integration or mixed FPGA/PLC environments.
  • Experience supporting legacy control systems and modernization efforts.
  • Prior experience supporting government or defense programs.
  • CompTIA Security+ desired, must obtain within 90 days of starting