Electrical Engineer

Job Title: Electrical EngineerJob DescriptionWe are seeking an entry-level Electrical Engineer to join our team, supporting the B Department at the NSWC Dahlgren Division. This position is perfect for someone with an Electrical Engineering degree who has a strong desire to learn about Electromagnetic Environment Effects (E3) and sensor systems on Navy Ships.

ResponsibilitiesProvide direct support to the Shipboard EMC Improvement Program (SEMCIP), focusing on test, evaluation, and integration of Navy shipboard sensor systems.

Characterize electromagnetic interference (EMI) and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) issues of fielded systems and develop field fixes.

Identify EMC vulnerabilities of the systems being tested.

Support test planning, procedure development, test execution, analyze test data, create test reports, and brief results to leadership.

Utilize modeling and simulation programs, such as MATLAB and Python, for data analysis.

Essential SkillsBachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering

Experience with Radio Frequency (RF) equipment, such as spectrum analyzers and signal generators

Proficiency in modeling and simulation tools (MATLAB, Python)

Ability to obtain and maintain a DoW Secret Clearance

Additional Skills & QualificationsActive or interim DoW Secret clearance

Experience in Electrical Engineering, E3, EMI, and/or EMC

Experience with test, evaluation, and integration of Navy Radar, Communications, and Electronic Warfare (EW) systems

Work EnvironmentThis is a full-time onsite role at Dahlgren Base, with occasional travel to shipyards for testing (up to 15%). The position involves working five days per week on average at NSWC Dahlgren.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Dahlgren, VA.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $100000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.i have an older copy of their benefits and can send doc via email

Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Dahlgren, VA.

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Dahlgren,VA.About Actalent

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