Component Lab Computer Engineer

About the role

Amentum supports U.S. government agencies, allied governments and corporations, and is looking for a Computer Engineer to support its customers in the Strategic Microelectronics Division at Naval Surface Warfare Center - Crane. The position is for an entry-level or mid-level engineer who will support electrical test automation and development in the strategic microelectronics electrical testing lab, focusing on automated testing, data collection and analysis.

Key responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain software applications using Python, LabVIEW, Visual Basic, Visual C++ and JavaScript.
• Create and manage automated scripts and programs to set up and control electronic test equipment for validation and characterization.
• Implement and support automated data collection to ensure data integrity and accessibility from test stations.
• Develop and support software tools for data review, post-processing and detailed analysis.
• Assist test engineers and technicians with hands-on component testing, data collection, data review and initial troubleshooting.
• Help define software requirements, troubleshoot test setups and meet testing requirements.
• Identify new testing methodologies and propose improvements to existing ones.
• Support technical design reviews and report on development plans and status.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or a related field; a Master's degree is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with at least one of Visual Basic, Visual C++ or JavaScript.
• Understanding of hardware and software integration, including interfacing test and measurement equipment.
• Knowledge and lab experience with microelectronics (passives, transistors, op-amps, references, ADC, DAC, etc.).
• Familiarity with oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, spectrum analyzers and power supplies.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an active Secret clearance; US citizenship is required.

Required skills

• Strong programming in Python and LabVIEW.
• Proficiency with Unix/Linux command-line tools and shell scripting.
• Proficiency with Git.
• Preferred: data analysis and visualization libraries (Pandas, NumPy, Matplotlib), database design and management, and experience in a hardware test, validation or manufacturing environment.

What we offer

• Compensation of $70,000-$140,000 annually.
• Health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays.
• Retirement benefits including 401(k) matching, educational reimbursement, parental leave and employee stock purchase plan.
• Disability and life insurance, pet insurance and tax-saving options.