Staff Electrical Engineer

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

. Support all phases of the system lifecycle, from concept to retirement .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeBethesda • Maryland • United StatesLead💰 $95,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Electrical Engineering with a focus on submarine system development, integration, and alteration. Proficient in system lifecycle support, including testing, documentation, and project management methodologies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Electrical Engineering ExperienceMATLAB/Simulink ProficiencySystem Integration SupportActive Secret Security ClearanceAgile Project Management

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Hard Skills

Root Cause Analysis2D and 3D ModelingPrototype DevelopmentSystem TestingEMI/EMC TestingCybersecurity/Information AssuranceDrafting Technical Data PackagesMaterial InspectionFit ChecksDepartures From Specification

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsInterpersonal SkillsTeam PlayerMultitasking Ability

Tools & Technologies

LinuxC/C++Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ProjectMicrosoft PowerPoint

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Secret Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Submarine System DevelopmentSystem LifecycleSystem IntegrationTemporary AlterationsFactory Acceptance Testing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityLinuxC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support all phases of the system lifecycle, from concept to retirement
Perform root cause analysis of system/component issues and failures
Research and review ship structural and electrical drawings to support system integration
Create 2D and 3D models and draft mechanical and electrical assemblies
Develop prototypes
Inspect and accept material received from procurement or fabrication
Support factory acceptance testing
Support technical data package development, including Temporary Alterations (TEMPALT)
Draft forwarding letters and process flow checklists
Conduct ship checks and fit checks of submarines
Support system testing and documentation, including EMI/EMC and cybersecurity/information assurance
Support fleet troubleshooting efforts
Support creation of departures from specification (DFS)
Engage with traditional and Agile project management and systems engineering processes
Identify and remove workflow obstacles
Support presentations and briefings to stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active Secret security clearance or ability to obtain a Secret security clearance (US Citizenship)
Minimum of 3 years of experience in Electrical Engineering related to submarine system development, system integration, or alteration development
Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink, Linux, C/C++
Intermediate/Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Project, and PowerPoint
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent interpersonal and listening skills; team player
Ability to meet deadlines on assigned tasks and responsibilities
Multitask-oriented and capable of prioritizing

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare benefits
Paid leave
Retirement plans
Insurance programs
Education and training assistance
Employee ownership