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Senior Electrical Systems and Controls Engineer

Senior Electrical Systems and Controls Engineer

Beyond New HorizonsArnold AFB, TN, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Senior Electrical Systems and Controls Engineer

Job Locations

US-TN-Arnold AFB

Requisition Number

2025-22232

Category

Engineering

Category

Engineering

Overview

Job Title : Senior Electrical Systems and Controls Engineer

Location : Arnold AFB, TN

Function / Branch : Engineering / Hypersonics

Directorate : Test Operations

Position Type : Regular, Full-Time

Pay Type : Exempt

Grade (provided by HR) : L10 (OA1002)

Salary Range or Starting Hourly Rate (provided by HR) : $120,000 - $180,000

  • Current U.S. Citizenship is required
  • If you are seeing this posting on a job board, BNH highly recommends you apply directly on the Careers Center page of our business website (). Job board applications are not always compatible with company applicant tracking systems.

Overview

Beyond New Horizons, LLC (BNH) has an exciting opportunity for a senior level Electrical Systems and Controls Engineer supporting the Test Operations and Sustainment contract, at Arnold Engineering Development Complex at Arnold AFB, TN. This Electrical Engineer will be working as a member of an integrated team responsible for maintaining and sustaining the United States Air Force Test Operations and Sustainment efforts.

Open to external candidates

Job Summary

The successful candidate for this Senior Electrical Systems and Controls Engineer role will be able to work independently, solve complex technical problems with minimal supervision, effectively lead others as a work performer and a coach, and place emphasis on rapid continual professional development of engineers to handle a breadth of tasks for plant operations. The candidate should demonstrate the ability to work effectively with others and manage multiple projects simultaneously, effectively plan, organize, and direct the work of teams consisting of multiple stakeholders to conduct comprehensive verification efforts and successfully execute problem resolution when required.

Job Duties :

Some of the specific duties of an electrical systems and controls engineer include (this is NOT an exhaustive list) :

Develop a fundamental understanding of a wide variety of customer requirements and develop successful solutions

  • Serve as Senior Engineer to lead planning and execution activities (estimates, hazards analysis, support SOC development, plan for future issues / foresee problems and resolve) for test and associated test equipment
  • Systems configuration design including conceptual and detailed sketches and layouts, specifications and design calculations
  • Serve as a mentor and provide technical guidance in trouble shooting and causal analysis for engineering problems in execution of work in complex test operations; engage with Staff Engineer and Senior Staff Engineer personnel across the complex on technical issues and encourage engagement of engineering staff with Staff and Senior Staff Engineer(s)
  • Instrumentation and Control System design, development, maintenance, and / or operations support
  • Respond 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 service
  • System verification and validation in preparation for test execution
  • Update and maintain system documentation for systems of responsibility
  • Work with multiple organizations / stakeholders such as design engineering, fabrication shops, DoD client, and other contractors
  • Review design documents of equipment manufacturers or subcontractors and prepare comments and recommendations
  • Develop with Asset Health Assurance personnel advanced maintenance plans
  • Conduct and write up system safety hazard analyses and write clear work instructions for operation and maintenance
  • Assess and communicate risk to stakeholders
  • Develop estimates for improvement projects
  • Work with planners, schedulers, and craft supervisors to safely plan and execute projects including maintenance work, upgrades, and test projects
  • Assist craft personnel with troubleshooting and oversee their work; provide technical leadership and guidance
  • It 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 Qualifications :

  • BS degree in electrical engineering from an accredited college or university plus a minimum of 10 years' relevant electrical engineering experience
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Secret level security clearance and access to the AEDC local area network
  • Due to Air Force Security requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required for employment at AEDC

    • Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior experience at Arnold Engineering Development Complex
  • A minimum of 5 years progressive and relevant engineering experience including 2 years in systems maintenance, sustainment and operations and related engineering experience
  • Currently serving as an effective mentor to one or more individuals
  • Strong interpersonal skills, strong written and oral communications skills, and confidence leading small teams
  • Work experience in dealing with electrical systems or electrical components of mechanical systems
  • Ability to perform in a dynamic working environment with flexibility to meet mission demands
  • Strong organizational skills to track and facilitate progress on projects
  • Demonstrated proactiveness and initiate to drive to results
  • Exhibits strong level of technical curiosity and desire to seek understanding
  • Participates in and fosters a work environment that is based upon openness, trust, communication, teamwork, empowerment, innovation, and satisfaction
  • Active Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance

    • What We Offer

  • Competitive salaries
  • Continuing education assistance
  • Multiple healthcare benefits packages
  • 401K with employer matching
  • Paid time off (PTO) along with a federally recognized holiday schedule

    • Who We Are

    Beyond 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 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, 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.

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