Early Career Electrical Systems and Controls Engineer - Hypersonics

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionOverviewJob Title: Electrical Systems and Controls Engineer Locations: Arnold AFB, TNFunction/Branch: O-EngineeringDirectorate: Test OperationsPosition Type: Regular Full-Time Pay Type: Exempt Sponsorship: Position Not Sponsored Grade: L06 (OA0606) - L07 (OA0705)Salary Range: Grade 06 - $78,000 - $100,000/ Grade 07 – $85,000 - $113,000 / yearOverviewBeyond New Horizons, LLC (BNH) has an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Systems and Controls Engineer supporting TOS II, at Arnold Engineering Development Complex in Arnold AFB, TN 37389. The Electrical Systems and Controls Engineer will be operating and maintaining the critical infrastructure that makes groundbreaking ground testing possible. You will command a diverse array of powerful systems—from massive electric motors and compressors to sophisticated control and data acquisition technologies.

While we don't design vehicles, we create the extreme conditions they must endure. Your work is essential to providing our customers with the vital data they need to validate design and ensure flightworthiness for the next generation of aerospace systems.Open to internal and external candidates. Job SummaryThe successful candidate will play a vital role in advancing national security by enabling the ground testing of next-generation supersonic and hypersonic systems.

You will be responsible for the performance and readiness of major electrical equipment and facility control systems, applying your engineering skills to oversee operations, maintenance, and upgrades. We are looking for a dedicated problem solver to help us meet critical customer requirements and drive the future of defense technology. Job Duties:Some of the specific duties of electrical systems and controls engineer include:Developing system and subsystem requirementsSystems configuration design including conceptual and detailed sketches and layouts, specifications and design calculationsInstrumentation and Control System design, development, maintenance, and/or operations supportRespond when systems malfunction, troubleshooting and directing corrective maintenance activities (or calling in the appropriate systems engineer(s) for additional support) ensuring a timely return to serviceSystem verification and validation in preparation for test executionUpdate and maintain system documentation for systems of responsibilityWork with multiple organizations/stakeholders such as design engineering, fabrication shops, DoD client, and other contractorsReview design documents of equipment manufacturers or subcontractors and prepare comments and recommendationsDevelop with Asset Health Assurance personnel advanced maintenance plansConduct and write up system safety hazard analyses and write clear work instructions for operation and maintenanceAssess and communicate risk to stakeholdersDevelop estimates for improvement projectsWork with planners, schedulers, and craft supervisors to safely plan and execute projects including maintenance work, upgrades, and test projectsAssist craft personnel with troubleshooting and oversee their work; provide technical leadership and guidanceIt is a condition of employment to wear company issued Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in accordance with supervisory direction and company policy.Perform other related duties as required.Basic QualificationsGrade 06: BS degree in electrical engineering from an ABET accredited college or universityGrade 07: BS degree in electrical engineering from an ABET accredited college or university plus a minimum of 2 years’ relevant engineering experience.

An MS degree in addition to the BS eliminates any required experience. NOTE: This posting is specifically for those engineers with less than 5 years engineering experienceMust be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Secret level security clearance and access to the AEDC local area networkDue to Air Force Security requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required for employment at AEDC Preferred QualificationsRelevant internship or co-op experienceEducational concentration and/or work experience in low, medium, or high voltage power distribution.Educational and/or work experience in dealing with electrical systems or electrical components of mechanical systems.Educational or work experience in the application of control system theory for process and/or motion control applications, closed-loop feedback control systems, control systems using PLCs, PID control systems, and/or developing ladder logic and HMI software.Ability to perform in a dynamic working environment with flexibility to meet mission demandsStrong organizational skills to track and facilitate progress on projectsDemonstrated proactiveness and initiative to drive to resultsDemonstrated experience successfully building relationships with team across engineering and craft workforceExhibits strong level of technical curiosity and desire to seek understandingStrong communication skills (including verbal and written) including the ability to convey complex technical information effectively to a broad audienceActive Department of Defense Secret Security ClearanceWhat We OfferCompetitive salariesContinuing education assistanceMultiple healthcare benefits packages401K with employer matchingPaid time off (PTO) along with a federally recognized holiday schedule Who We AreBeyond New Horizons (BNH) is a fully populated joint venture of Astrion and Fluor Federal Services, Inc. formed to provide unmatched Test Operations and Sustainment services for the Arnold Engineering Development Complex.We chose our name to serve as an enduring reminder of our commitment to AEDC’s rich aerospace research and development legacy anchored in AEDC’s Toward New Horizons founding study and the unprecedented opportunities to greatly expand AEDC’s capabilities and capacity Beyond those existing today.

Leveraging the capabilities of our parent companies, BNH specializes in testing and evaluation for military and space systems combined with proven capability in large-scale Government program management, integration, engineering, and construction services for specialized and technically advanced high-hazard facilities.Join our Team!BNH is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.