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Mid-Career Electrical Systems Engineer

BnhArnold AFB, TNMay 21st, 2026
Job Description OverviewJob Title: Mid-Career Electrical Systems EngineerLocation: Arnold AFB, TNJob Family Code: O-EngineeringFunction/Branch: Engineering / FlightDirectorate: Test OperationsPosition Type: Regular Full-TimePay Type: ExemptGrade (provided by HR): L07 (OA0705) - L08 (OA0803)Salary Range or Starting Hourly Rate (provided by HR): $75,000 - $140,000 / year****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 (https://careers-bnh.icims.com/jobs). Job board applications are not always compatible with company applicant tracking systemOverviewBeyond New Horizons, LLC (BNH) has an exciting opportunity for a senior level Electrical Systems Engineer supporting the Test Operations and Sustainment contract in one of our plant facilities providing test conditions for aerodynamic testing, 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 internal and external candidatesJob SummaryAs a valuable member of our team, you would directly impact the ability to conduct ground testing of airframes, engines, or other aerospace systems by executing system engineering responsibilities overseeing installation, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, upgrades, and arc flash considerations of major electrical equipment to ensure test readiness to meet customers' requirements. These systems could be large electric motors that drive huge air compressors, hydraulic pumps, electrical switchgear, over-current protection, transformers, PLCs, relays, and/or solid state variable frequency systems.Job Duties:Some of the specific duties of an electrical systems engineer include (this is NOT an exhaustive list):Under the direction of a more senior engineer:Respond when systems malfunction, troubleshooting and directing corrective maintenance activities (or calling in the appropriate systems engineer for additional support) ensuring a timely return to serviceUpdate and maintain system documentation for systems of responsibilityWork with multiple organizations such as design engineering, fabrication shops, DoD client, and other contractorsDevelop with Asset Health Assurance personnel advanced maintenance plansConduct and write up system safety hazard analyses and write clear work instructions for operation and maintenanceAssess and communicate risk to stakeholdersDevelop estimates for improvement projectsWork with planners, schedulers, and craft supervisors to safely plan and execute projects including maintenance work, upgrades, and test projectsAssist craft personnel with troubleshooting and oversee their work; provide technical leadership and guidanceIt 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 3 years' relevant electrical engineering experienceNOTE: This posting is specifically for those with 3-8 years' of post degree engineering experienceMust be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Secret level security clearance and access to the AEDC local area networkDue to Air Force Security requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required for employment at AEDCPreferred QualificationsA minimum of 5 years progressive and relevant electrical engineering experience in a plant environmentWork experience in dealing with electrical systems or electrical components of mechanical systemsAbility to perform in a dynamic working environment with flexibility to meet mission demandsStrong organizational skills to track and facilitate progress on projectsDemonstrated proactiveness and initiate to drive to resultsExhibits strong level of technical curiosity and desire to seek understandingStrong interpersonal skills, strong written and oral communications skills, and confidence leading small teamsParticipates in and fosters a work environment that is based upon openness, trust, communication, teamwork, empowerment, innovation, and satisfactionActive Department of Defense Secret Security ClearanceWhat We OfferCompetitive salariesContinuing education assistanceMultiple healthcare benefits packages401K with employer matchingPaid time off (PTO) along with a federally recognized holiday scheduleWho We AreBeyond 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. 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.