Hardware Engineer, Principal

$130,000 - $144,000/Yr

Chenega Corporation - Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA

Full-time - Principal

Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Hardware Engineer, Principal position at Chenega Military, Intelligence & Operations Support (MIOS) involves designing, developing, modifying, evaluating, and implementing hardware systems crucial for the success of US Space Force and commercial space customers. This role supports large-scale government operations and requires collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure effective project execution. The position emphasizes professional development and offers a supportive work environment that values teamwork and individual contributions.

Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, modifies, evaluates and implements new and existing hardware systems.
• Supports the lead engineer with the technical aspects of a project and the supporting multi-disciplined project team.
• Supports Systems Engineering for both the Eastern and Western Ranges in a Subsystem Lead capacity.
• Researches, designs, develops, modifies, and implements highly complex capabilities for Range support hardware systems.
• Assists with the development of complex systems modeling, simulation, and analysis.
• Supports complex Level 1, 2, and 3 testing to qualify hardware systems for Range operations.
• Plans, conducts, and assists in the execution of projects.
• Develops, recommends, and implements design approaches for products and/or processes.
• Coordinates the efforts of technical support personnel for assigned projects.
• Analyzes, develops, recommends and implements approaches to meet Range requirements.
• Reviews literature, patents and current practices to support business requirements and/or new industry technology.
• Prepares reports regarding new technology to communicate to appropriate personnel.
• Evaluates component suppliers and vendor capabilities.
• Acts as liaison with approved vendors/suppliers to maintain product/process availability and working relationship.
• Serves as an interface for project information to internal management and the customers.
• Develops an understanding of Range radars, including transmitters, receivers, antennas and control systems.
• Provides leadership and work guidance to less experienced personnel.
• Assists Depot with problematic repairs of Line Replaceable Units (LRUs).
• Provides expertise to level 2 requests for engineering assistance to restore operational systems.
• Identifies, documents, and prioritizes Radar and Optics subsystem needs/deficiencies/inefficiencies.
• Supports the development of Return on Investment (ROI) data in support of identified needs/deficiencies/inefficiencies.
• Supports the development of risk statements.
• Provides systems engineering oversight and leadership for products and/or processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or other technical degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics.
• Five (5) or more years of related engineering experience.
• Experience working with Windows based computer systems and components and Office tool suite.
• Experience providing inputs to complex project proposals within defined time constraints involving multi-discipline teams.
• Fundamental knowledge of hardware systems integration and testing.
• Fundamental knowledge of the engineering lifecycle and systems engineering processes.
• General knowledge of instrumentation systems troubleshooting.
• Proficient in use of specialized test equipment including but not limited to VOMs, spectrum analyzers and oscilloscopes.
• Fundamental knowledge in technical writing for development of technical reports (White Papers) and other technical support documentation.
• Familiarization with computer systems including single-board (SBCs), servers, and workstations.
• Familiarization with the Linux and Windows Operating systems.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance, which includes U.S. Citizenship or U.S. naturalization.
• Valid U.S. Driver's License required.

Nice-to-haves

• Ability to communicate technical issues verbally and through written media such as graphical slides and verbal presentations.
• Ability to read and understand wire diagrams, schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting and problem solving skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to balance, plan, prioritize, and execute projects.
• Strong leadership and conflict management skills.
• Good human relations and interpersonal skills to interact with internal and external support personnel and provide guidance to less experienced engineers.
• Ability to work within a dynamic, fast paced environment with time constraints.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities.
• Positive and supportive work culture.
• Well-being programs.
• Flexibility in daily choices for health and wellness.
• Opportunities for hands-on experience in a fast-changing business world.