Engineer, Junior - Data Acquisition and Analysis - PRTR

Job Description**PENDING CONTRACT AWARD**The Engineer, Junior at the Potomac River Test Range (PRTR) independently evaluates, selects, adapts,and modifies standard techniques and criteria to plan and conduct engineering assignments.Duties and ResponsibilitiesApplies engineering principles and practices to support the instrumentation planning for the RDT&E of weapons systemsAttends instrumentation, data collection and processing meetings where test program requirements are defined and assists in the development of pre- and post-test accuracy statementsEvaluates instrumentation performance under varying environmental conditions and new or modified operating conditions or configurationsDesigns strategies and plan instrumentation positioning that enable data acquisition efforts while projecting instrumentation from the hazards created during the conduct of laboratory and field testsProvides Data Acquisition inputs to Test Plans including specifying traceability of all data requirements to specific test objectivesPerforms project work through knowledge of engineering practices and policies, and to devise new approaches to resolve problemsOperates with general instructions in an independent mode and receives guidance on special problems or when requestedIndependently evaluates, selects and applies standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria, and makes minor adaptations and modificationsProvides independent and professional support on portions of complex projectsSpecific assignment objectives, approaches, and possible solutions are reviewed for accuracy and completenessIndependently performs a project assignment that involves complex features and can be guided by codes, standards, and other precedents of the disciplineAnalyzes and/or evaluates the results of an analysis using techniques prescribed by senior engineers or supervisorsAccomplishes tasks of which require investigation of many variablesOther duties as assignedQualificationsRequired Skills and Qualifications * A Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical disciplineThree (3) years of experience in any work environmentExperience working collaboratively as a member of a project teamSolid foundation in the principles and practices of aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or systems engineeringDemonstrated communication and teamwork skills, essential for success in a T&E team environmentDemonstrated analytical and problem-solving skillsProven ability to think critically and solve complex problems within the T&E processPreferred Skills and QualificationsCompletion of relevant internships or co-op programs dealing with the concepts of T&EFamiliarity with specific engineering standards and regulationsPhysical QualificationsThe work of this position is performed in an environmentally controlled office environmentMust be capable of sitting and entering data on a computer keyboard for extended periods of timeMust be able to view computer monitor for extended periods of timeMust be capable of lifting 25 lbs. unassistedReasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the duties and responsibilitiesTerms of Employment & Eligibility RequirementsMust be a U.S. CitizenMust possess a high school diploma or equivalentMust possess a valid driver's license, without special restrictionsMust pass a pre-employment drug screeningMust be able to successfully complete a background checkMust possess or be able to obtain an interim security clearance prior to employment and maintain security clearance for the duration of employmentThe above are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in this position. TRAX International reserves the right to make changes to the job description whenever necessary.Other Job InformationTRAX is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports contributions of all individuals. TRAX is an equal opportunity employer of minorities, females, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, familial status, pregnancy, ancestry, national origin, handicap, gender identity or expression, protected genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.