Engineering Jobs in Calabasas, CA
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Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.
Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.
What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.
Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.
Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.
Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.
Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.
Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.
Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.
Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.
Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.
Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.
Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.
Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.
Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.
Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.
It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.
Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.
- $111,000 Electronics Design Engineer We are seeking a talented and motivated Electrical Engineer with expertise in RF, hardware, and software design to join our dynamic team.
In this role, you will be at the forefront of designing and developing cutting-edge electrical equipment for a variety of applications, including commercial, industrial, military, and scientific projects.
If you are passionate about innovation and want to contribute to complex real-time systems, we encourage you to apply Essential Job Functions: Design and develop RF based Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs) for RF applications.
Troubleshoot, maintain, upgrade and test CCAs.
Write and debug firmware for new products.
Integrate CCAs into VME backplane.
Design multi-layer CCAs using PCB design tools.
Integrate VME based CCAs into complex real time systems for RF simulation and modeling.
Test and troubleshoot electronic circuits.
Required Skills: Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S.
citizenship is required.
Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
Must have a bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline plus 5+ years of relevant experience Experience with designing new multi-layered Printed Circuit Boards (PCB)s Experience designing new electronic Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs).
Experience with digital and analog circuit design.
Experience developing and working with VME based backplanes and PCBs Experience working with Real Time Embedded systems Desired Skills: Experience with FPGA/PLD design, digital signal processing.
Experience with board design to support RF analysis and modulation.
Design and development of RF based digital/analog HW and SW Experience working with the following tools: Mentor Graphics PADS, Cadence OrCAD PCB Designer Suite, MAX+PLUS II, Quartus Experience utilizing RF laboratory test equipment including signal generators, spectrum analyzers, power meters, and network analyzers.
- $85,000 We are seeking a talented and motivated Electrical Technician to play a crucial role in developing and maintaining cutting-edge avionic systems.
In this position, you will be responsible for the hands-on fabrication, assembly, and testing of custom electronic and avionics equipment that supports our nation's defense.
Essential Job Functions: Build custom electrical cable harnesses and full avionic system chassis with strong attention to detail.
Interpret electrical schematics / drawing packages to develop fabrication processes and product delivery estimates.
Fabricate custom electronic assemblies consisting of commercial and military style hardware, using industry tools and soldering.
Assemble custom avionic chassis' and populate commercial cabinets with internal wiring harnesses, PCBs, and relay panels.
Assist engineers with lab modification efforts, to include installing unique wire bundles, in-place wiring changes, and re-configuring equipment racks.
Assist with Quality Assurance checks and troubleshooting on products according to schematics, using multi-meter and oscilloscope.
Performs assignments that are not completely standardized or prescribed, selects or adapts standard procedures or equipment, using fully applicable precedents, receives initial instructions, equipment requirements, and advice from supervisor or engineer as needed, performs recurring work independently.
Constructing components, subunits, or simple models or adapts standard equipment; may troubleshoot and correct malfunctions.
Following specific layout and scientific diagrams to construct and package simple devices and subunits of equipment Extracting and compiling a variety of engineering data from field notes, manuals, lab reports, etc., processing data, identifying errors or inconsistencies Assisting in design modification by compiling data related to design, specifications, and materials that are pertinent to specific items of equipment or component parts; developing information concerning previous operational failures and modifications and using judgment and initiative to recognize inconsistencies or gaps in data and seek sources to clarify information.
Required Skills: Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S.
Citizenship is required.
Must be able to be granted a security clearance and maintain one for the duration of employment.
High school diploma and at least four (7 +) years of practical experience.
Ability to earn and/or maintain IPC Standard Certifications for soldering, wire harness manufacturing, and PCB assembly.
Ability to read electrical schematics and fabrication drawings.
Ability to operate basic hand and power tools.
Ability to learn how to operate in-shop equipment (drill press, band saw, label makers).
Have conceptual knowledge and inventiveness to address issues and challenges.
Experience Evaluating and verifying units for any malfunctions or potential failures.
Experience diagnosing and repairing electrical components of systems.
