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Electrical Designer I - 2840A - Employee Referral Eligible

Arnold AFB, TN · Government/Military
Title: Electrical Designer I - 2840A
Function: Engineering
Position Type: Regular, Full-Time                                                       
Pay Type: Non Exempt
Grade: TN ET 4

US Citizenship Required

This opportunity is being offered by National Aerospace Solutions, the team selected by the U.S. Air Force to conduct Test and Operations Sustainment at the Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC), Arnold Air Force Base, Tennessee.  National Aerospace Solutions is a limited liability company comprised of Bechtel National Inc. (as lead company) and Sierra Lobo Inc. with teaming Subcontractors nLogic Inc. and Chugach Federal Solutions Inc. AEDC operates more than 55 aerodynamic and propulsion wind tunnels, rocket and turbine engine test cells, space environmental chambers, arc heaters, ballistic ranges and other specialized units located in six states. Many of the complex's test units have capabilities unmatched elsewhere in the United States; some are unique in the world. AEDC is one of three installations which are part of the Air Force Test Center (AFTC), one of six subordinate commands of the Air Force Materiel Command organization and an important national resource.

AEDC’s mission is to conduct developmental test and evaluation for the Nation through modeling, simulation, ground, and flight test.  Execution of the mission requires a large team of highly qualified and dedicated professionals from multiple technical disciplines to effectively accomplish the objectives of our test customers.

We are looking for an Electrical Designer who is interested in being a part of a multi-disciplinary team responsible for designing a new hypersonic test facility at Arnold Air Force Base, TN. The designer hired into this role will coordinate with multiple departments on the project from concept to commissioning for this new facility, which will play a key role in hypersonic system development for the United States Department of Defense.

Job Duties:
Performs non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity.  Such assignments that are typically parts of broader assignments, are screened to eliminate unusual design problems. Receives technical advice from supervisor or engineer. Work is reviewed for technical adequacy or conformity with instructions. May be assisted by lower level drafters and have frequent contact with professionals and others within the project. 

Typical assignments may include:
  • Develop or review designs by extracting and analyzing a variety of engineering data, applying conventional engineering practices to develop, prepare, or recommend schematics, designs, specifications, and parts lists.
  • Generate complex 2-D drawings or 3-D CAD design models with minimal guidance from others.
  • Perform design tasks having some degree of complexity
  • Prepare portions of 3-D CAD design model under the supervision of experienced designers.
  • Review and check calculations, design models, drawings and design documents prepared by others in the group and by material suppliers, as assigned.
  • Prepare bulk material quantity takeoffs and material requisitions for materials applicable to the group.
  • Work with engineers and other designers in the overall assignment to coordinate designs.
  • Answer questions from client or construction group on design for assigned responsibility.
  • Compile, maintain and access job drawing files, records, and drawing controls, as instructed.
  • Supports the creation of a work environment that fosters openness, trust, communication, teamwork, empowerment, innovation, and satisfaction.
  • It is a condition of employment to wear company issued PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) in accordance with supervisory direction and company policy.
  • Perform other related duties as required.

Basic Qualifications:
  • Vocational school training/certification comprising at least two semesters or two years of college with courses relevant to drafting and/or design plus a minimum six years of extensive drawing and drafting experience.
  • US Citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with a raceway design and cable management software
  • Familiar with SETROUTE
  • Experienced in supporting design, construction and commissioning phases on a large, complex project
  • Knowledge and application of NEC code and ANSI/IEEE Standards
  • Previous Bechtel and/or DOD or DOE project experience
  • Skill in reading, interpreting and using related documents and drawings prepared by other project groups.
  • Knowledge of the methods and procedures used for procurement, takeoffs and quality control of bulk materials applicable to the group.
  • Skill in directing the technical work of less experienced designers and/or drafters.
  • Current or prior government security clearance

 NAS is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minority/Women/Veterans/Disabled (AA/EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a physical or mental disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to careers@nas-llc.us. PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT RESUMES to this address as they will not be considered for employment opportunities.
 
 
 
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