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Boston Government Services, LLC Research and Development (R&D) Electronics Engineer in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Research and Development (R&D) Electronics Engineer
Job Details
Job Location
SANDIA - NM - Albuquerque, NM
Position Type
Full Time On Site
Description
Boston Government Services is seeking a Research and Development Electronics Engineer to support our client in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Boston Government Services (BGS) is an engineering, technology, and security firm helping to advance missions of national importance for government programs, national laboratories, national security facilities, nuclear operations, and complex projects. We support clients at every stage, from strategic planning and program management to the execution of engineering and technical activities. We work to attract and retain the best talent because the best talent delivers the best results for our clients. Our capabilities are based on our experience in complex, secure, and highly regulated environments. We leverage our experience and capabilities to provide mission-driven solutions tuned to our client's mission needs and strategic direction.
We are passionate about our culture!At BGS, we hire people who will bring their whole self to work each day because we value operating with openness and inclusivity, welcoming and respecting all. BGS cares for each employees’ well-being by offering a comprehensive benefit package and providing a culture of exciting work, excellence, and fun.
If you align with BGS’ company values and culture, we would love for you to explore opportunities to join our growing team by checking out the job description below!
About Our Team
The Inertial Sensors Department, 5216, performs state-of-the-art design, fabrication, and testing of MEMS based sensor technologies for national security applications. The team partners closely with Microelectronics Engineering Science Applications (MESA) center with internal facilities and competency in microelectronics design, fabrication, and testing. Our team is a fun, engaging group with a strong sense of comradery. We pride ourselves in our ability to respond to “tech pull” with demonstrated experience in R&D as well as product engineering successfully fielding technology for real world national security applications. Come join our team to for exciting opportunities to realize new technology in support of the national interest!
What Your Job Will Be Like:
We are seeking a motivated R&D Electronics Engineer to join the Inertial Sensors Department. You will support advanced microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) sensor technology development in transitioning new environmental sensors from development to production rigor manufacturing for high consequence national security applications. This position involves designing, developing, and maintaining testers to characterize inertial sensor device performance for these applications and ensure that the devices meet performance requirements. Future opportunities include pioneering new MEMS based technologies for navigation grade accelerometers with long lifetime and harsh environment applications, in addition to supporting future technologies with applications in other mission areas such as non-proliferation, Energy, and Homeland Security. Our dedicated team has a large mix of work including Research and Development (R&D) design and product engineering with exciting opportunities to support high impact mission programs.
On Any Given Day, You May Be Called On To:
Identify, procure, and commission new characterization and test equipment to develop new testers for basic performance evaluation and environmental testing of inertial sensors.
Coordination and execution of test apparatus definition, configuration, and testing.
Develop custom software for testers as well as data viewers of resulting test data.
Lead a team of technologists for production activities including coordination of MEMS sensor testing activities on developed testers and work in progress (WIP) management.
Team closely with other component teams including inertial sensor design, fabrication, and packaging/integration.
Active participation in analyzing, interpreting, and reporting on test data.
Present technical content and results internally within the team as well as, externally to partners, customers, and management.
Qualifications
Qualifications We Require:
Master’s degree in a STEM-related field (such as Mechanical or Electrical Engineering) and at least two (2) years of relevant microelectronics or inertial sensor test experience (internship experience is eligible).
Active DOE Q or DOD Top Secret (TS) clearance.
Academic or professional experience with inertial sensor technologies (e.g., accelerometers, gyroscopes, etc.)
Experience with test equipment such as shakers, shock testers, laser doppler vibrometers, centrifuges, thermal chambers, or other similar test capabilities.
Computer programming skills, especially MATLAB, and experience programming electronic interfaces with test equipment and data acquisition.
Experience with data analysis and a general understanding of Digital Signal Processing.
Qualifications We Desire:
Academic or professional experience in MEMS.
Custom test fixture development, including CAD design and 3D printing.
Experience with tester development for production level rigor activities.
Experience in a structured manufacturing environment, such as private industry or another SNL production environment.
Demonstrated ability to diagnose equipment malfunctions and communicate findings and solutions to external vendors and/or engineers.
Ability to conceive and propose ideas for process improvement through troubleshooting to overcome challenges.
Strong oral, written, interpersonal and problem-solving skills, including the ability to collaborate in a diverse team environment and develop positive relationships.
Location/Work Arrangement:
Due to the nature of work, this candidate must work onsite.
Benefits:
BGS offers a competitive total compensation package to eligible employees. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation, 401K, Long and Short-Term Disability.
EEO:
Boston Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.