Electronics Engineer - Test Section (NATO FORACS)

About the role

Amentum is recruiting a FORACS Electronics Engineer for its Test Section in West Palm Beach, Florida, to support the NATO FORACS project. The project provides NATO maritime forces with comprehensive calibration of sensor, weapon, combat, communication and navigation systems, under the Atlantic Undersea Test and Evaluation Center (AUTEC). The engineer supports sensor accuracy testing on US and NATO surface ships, submarines and helicopters.

Key responsibilities

• Support testing of installed sensors on surface ships, submarines and helicopters
• Install, configure and operate specialized data collection and analysis networks for real-time data collection
• Install, verify and operate specialized test equipment
• Monitor shipboard sensor systems and the quantity, quality and relevance of collected data
• Supervise acoustic, radar and electronic warfare target-generating systems in a real-time test environment
• Analyze data, assess sensor performance against parameters and write technical reports
• Liaise with naval personnel and conduct studies on testing methods and process improvements
• Help develop specifications for procurement of new equipment and perform other duties as assigned

Required profile

• 4 years of experience supporting RDT&E or similar programs; 8 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, technology or science
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Government clearance (U.S. citizenship required)
• Driver's license and passport; ability to lift 50 lbs, climb ladders, work at height and in tight spaces
• Ability to deploy to sea on navy ships and submarines, and to locations with limited medical facilities
• Travel 15-25% of the year depending on the testing schedule

Preferred qualifications

• Knowledge of U.S. Navy target sensor systems (radar, sonar, fire control, navigation), GNSS and INS
• Acoustics, RF propagation, GPS tracking, inertial navigation or computer networking knowledge
• Familiarity with naval shipboard operations and terminology
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills and an active Secret clearance

What we offer

• Salary of $85,000-$95,000
• Health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits including 401(k) matching, educational reimbursement and parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan, tax-saving options, disability and life insurance, pet insurance