Electrical Systems Engineer Lead

Job Title: Electrical Systems Engineer Lead - INTERNAL ONLY

Location: Arnold AFB, TN

Function/Branch: Engineering / Propulsion

Directorate: Test Operations

Position Type: Regular Full-Time

Pay Type: Exempt

Grade (provided by HR): L08 (OA0803) - L09 (OA0903)

Salary Range or Starting Hourly Rate (provided by HR): $90,700 - $150,000 /year

****Current U.S. Citizenship is required****

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Overview

Beyond New Horizons, LLC (BNH) has an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Systems Engineer Lead supporting the Propulsion Plant group at Arnold Engineering Development Complex at Arnold AFB, TN. This Electrical Engineer will be leading an integrated team responsible for maintaining and sustaining the United States Air Force Test Operations and Sustainment efforts in the Propulsion branch.

Open to internal candidates ONLY

Job Summary

The successful candidate for an Electrical Systems Engineer Lead 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.

It is expected that an Electrical Systems Engineer Lead will maintain the skills required to perform the general job duties of an Electrical Systems Engineer in maintaining and sustaining plant equipment.

Job Duties:

In addition to Systems Engineer duties, under the direction of the supervisor:

Develop a fundamental understanding of a wide variety of customer requirements and develop successful solutions
• Support tasks/projects as an individual engineer as assigned by the supervisor
• Manage group assignments for engineering personnel, track task progress and help eliminate roadblocks
• Serve as senior Plant Engineer to lead planning and execution activities (estimates, hazards analysis, support SOC development, plan for future issues/foresee problems and resolve) for plant equipment
• Coordinate with Mechanical Systems Engineer Lead and encourage collaboration across disciplines to contribute to mission success
• Support strategic objectives by working with Staff Engineer(s), Senior Staff Engineers, Supervisor, and management
• 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 on technical issues and encourage engagement of engineering staff with Staff and Senior Staff Engineer(s)
• Support/Plan day-to-day operations and activities for contributors to the project(s)
• Monitor individual assignments and performance (technical, schedule, and cost) on specific tasks, and monitor job hours for project/task(s) reporting to supervision as requested
• Allocate plant engineers to support tests, test planning; including interfacing with test and plant operations engineers, design engineering, controls engineering, modeling and facility analysis engineers in preparation for test, post-test forensics
• Track employee progress toward established goals and provide constructive input to annual performance reviews for members of the group
• Support technical training of plant crew as mitigation of risk to operations
• Support development (including ensuring mentors are assigned/paired) for the team, ensure they are provided with the necessary tools and training to fulfill their responsibilities
• Serve on a technical committee (e.g., pressure systems committee, electrical systems committee), as applicable or assigned
• Audit/ test progress to ensure safety standards and best practices (guides, procedures and work instructions) are followed
• Interface with test customers (Air Force, civilians and consultants), and other NAS managers and engineers to ensure group objectives are being met
• Identify areas in the group where additional support may be required
• Support periodic internal status briefings to management and aid in financial planning with periodic labor forecasts for projects
• Responsible for ensuring SSHAs, work instructions, and configuration management of assigned area(s) are current
• Support systems engineering for equipment within or directly providing support to the assigned plant facility(ies)
• Perform basic administrative duties, as requested by Supervisor
• Exemplifies the company core value and covenant of safety in all aspects of job including wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in accordance with company policy
• It is a condition of employment to wear company issued PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) in accordance with supervisory direction and company policy
• Performs other related duties as required

Basic Qualifications:

• BS degree in electrical engineering from an accredited college or university plus a minimum of 5 years' progressive and relevant engineering experience in an engineering team environment.
• 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

• Professional Engineer's License or a Master of Science degree or post-graduate coursework in Electrical engineering from an accredited engineering program
• Experience as an Electrical Systems Engineer at AEDC
• A minimum of 4 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.

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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.