Senior Electrical Engineer

ERG is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to provide scientific and engineering support to the Naval Ordnance Safety and Security Activity (NOSSA), with a focus on electrical concerns that could affect the safety or performance of energetic materials, munitions systems, existing and/or new construction activities for ordnance/energetic buildings, and qualification activities. In this role, you will work closely with the Insensitive Munitions Office (IMO), Electromagnetic/RADHAZ SME, Electrostatic Discharge SME, Program Offices, Explosive Safety Officers (ESO), Naval Facilities Command (NAVFAC), Architectural and Engineering firms (A&E), and other key government stakeholders to support the safety, compliance, and effectiveness of energetic materials, weapons, weapon systems, and related technologies.

This is a fulltime position at the Naval Support Facility (NSF) Indian Head. Indian Head, MD, is approximately 30 miles from Washington, DC, 25 miles from Alexandria, VA, and 60 miles from Fredericksburg, VA.

• Provide scientific and engineering support to the IMO for Energetics Qualification (EQ) and Final (Type) Qualification (FTQ) activities for all electrical related ordnance/energetic concerns
• Review and respond to requests for information regarding EQ/FTQ data submissions from program offices and warfare centers
• Provide technical support for the generation and revision of military standards and publications related to Electromagnetic/Radiation Hazards (RADHAZ) to ordnance/weapon systems including HERO, HERP and HERF and electromagnetic interference
• Analyze the design and operational use of ordnance and weapon systems and provide guidance to minimize electromagnetic/RADHAZ issues during test and evaluation programs for fielding
• Provide technical support for the generation and revision of military standards/publications and NATO standards/publications related to Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) to ordnance and weapon systems.
• Analyze the design and operational use of ordnance and weapon systems and provide guidance to minimize ESD issues during test and evaluation programs for fielding.
• Provide technical support and analysis for test equipment design and the test igniter/ignition circuits operational sequence for all ordnance/weapon systems to ensure safe operation
• Provide technical recommendations and expert electrical guidance on qualification requests for energetic formulations, systems, and subsystems in accordance with NAVSEAINST 8020.5D
• Draft, review, and manage official correspondence for the IMO and NOSSA in response to formal submissions
• Provide analytical and engineering support for the generation and revision of military standards related to Lithium Battery safety
• Analyze the design of ordnance and electronic systems for ordnance to preclude and mitigate risks associated with lithium batteries
• Evaluate and interpret technical information related to electrical safety of energetic materials, including chemistry, formulation, synthesis, testing, and material behavior
• Support the development and review of engineering analyses, technical documentation, and recommendations related to energetic materials and ordnance/munitions safety
• Contribute to the IMO’s Strategic Planning (IMSP) activities and support the Munitions Reaction Evaluation Board
• Attend offsite meetings, technical reviews, and other events to provide subject matter expertise and collaborate with program offices, warfare centers, government contractors, and other stakeholders
• Communicate complex technical findings and recommendations clearly to technical and nontechnical audiences

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or a related technical field
• Minimum of seven years of relevant professional experience in engineering, scientific analysis, energetic materials, or munitions systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate technical data and develop well-supported engineering recommendations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing technical documentation, formal correspondence, or engineering reports
• Ability to collaborate effectively with government stakeholders, government contractors, technical teams, and cross-functional organizations
• Ability to manage multiple technical assignments and respond to requests for information quickly, accurately and efficiently
• Must currently hold or be able to obtain a Department of Defense Secret-level security clearance
• Must be a U.S. citizen as this position is not eligible for Limited Access Authorizations

• Ten or more years of relevant professional experience in engineering, scientific analysis, energetic materials, or munitions systems
• Experience supporting the Department of Defense, Navy, or other government organizations or contractors in ordnance safety, energetics, munitions systems, or systems integration
• Familiarity with energetic materials qualification processes, including EQ and FTQ
• Knowledge of NAVSEAINST 8020.5D and applicable naval ordnance safety requirements
• Experience evaluating energetic formulations, munitions systems or subsystems, and associated test/control equipment for all electrical concerns including RADHAZ, ESD, igniter safety, lithium battery safety, and operational procedures safety
• Familiarity with the IMO, NOSSA, and related naval technical safety review and ordnance/weapon system qualification processes