Junior Instrumentation Engineer Jobs in Virginia

**This position is contingent upon Contract Award**

Job specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

SUMMARY:  

The Junior Engineer will work directly with the Government personnel in meeting the engineering needs of the project. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

   Applies engineering principles and practices to support the instrumentation planning for the RDT&E of weapons systems.    Attends instrumentation, data collection and processing meetings where test program requirements are defined and assists in the development of pre- and post-test accuracy statements.    Evaluates instrumentation performance under varying environmental conditions and new or modified operating conditions or configurations.    Designs strategies and plan instrumentation positioning that enable data acquisition efforts while projecting instrumentation from the hazards created during the conduct of laboratory and field tests.    Provides Data Acquisition inputs to Test Plans including specifying traceability of all data requirements to specific test objectives.    Performs project work through knowledge of engineering practices and policies, and to devise new approaches to resolve problems.    Operates with general instructions in an independent mode and receives guidance on special problems or when requested.    Independently evaluates, selects and applies standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria, and makes minor adaptations and modifications.    Provides independent and professional support on portions of complex projects.

   Specific assignment objectives, approaches, and possible solutions are reviewed for accuracy and completeness.    Independently performs a project assignment that involves complex features and can be guided by codes, standards, and other precedents of the discipline.    Analyzes and/or evaluates the results of an analysis using techniques prescribed by senior engineers or supervisors.    Accomplishes tasks of which require investigation of many variables.    Other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, AND LICENSURE:

   Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline.    Three (3) years of experience in any work environment.    Experience working collaboratively as a member of a project team.    Solid foundation in the principles and practices of aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or systems engineering.    Demonstrated communication and teamwork skills, essential for success in a T&E team environment.    Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.    Proven ability to think critically and solve complex problems within the T&E process.    Completion of relevant internships or co-op programs dealing with the concepts of T&E preferred.    Familiarity with specific engineering standards and regulations preferred.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the following essential functions. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:  

None 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Work is typically performed in a controlled office environment.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

May require lifting up to 25 pounds. 

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE:

DoD Secret or higher security clearance, or the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance. U.S. Citizenship is required.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS: As a condition of employment, must pass a pre-employment drug screening, as well as have acceptable reference and background check results.

As an equal opportunity employer, The Tatitlek Corporation recognizes that our strength lies in our people. Discrimination and all unlawful harassment, including sexual harassment, in employment is not tolerated. We encourage success based on our individual merits and abilities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or employment. We support and obey laws that prohibit discrimination everywhere we do business.