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Butler America Facility Systems Electrical Engineer in Vandenberg AFB, California
Facility Systems Electrical Engineer
Location: Vandenberg AFB, CA (93437)
Job ID: #70251
Pay Rate: $80-95
Job Description
This contractor will serve as a member of the Engineering and Infrastructure department whose responsibilities include the design, operation and maintenance of ground (fixed and portable) electrical power systems used at all ULA Launch Sites. Assignments will include electrical engineering support.
Position Responsibilities
Design, operation, maintenance of medium and low voltage electrical power systems supporting launch complexes and related facilities, including circuitry, cabling, electrical components, instrumentation, and controls
Assist technical staff and contractors in the design, operation, and maintenance of new/existing electromechanical systems, including insight into the mechanical operation of these systems
Develop new and revise existing operational test procedures and maintenance documentation associated with launch facility electromechanical systems, primary and backup power (medium and low voltage (12kV, 480V, 120V, 24V control, etc.) systems
Coordination of Base High Voltage supply infrastructure and readiness in support of Launch Operations-Design, operation, maintenance of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), or similar firmware controllers, supporting launch complexes and related facilities
Support development activities for new upcoming launch systems, customer funded special studies, mission unique modifications, or other major facility modifications and/or system upgrades
Disposition of corrective actions and coordination with cross-functional groups to identify/implement solutions and drive strategic improvements relative to launch operations
Apply technical engineering knowledge and expertise in the completion of all aspects of an identified project including technological considerations, cost/financial considerations, administration and schedule management
Develop and coordinate technical portions of proposals, statements of work and contract specifications.
Apply knowledge of regulatory and certifying agency requirements to ensure product and/or service is in compliance.
Apply knowledge of functional testing requirements to ensure product and/or service meets or exceeds customer expectations
Must understand and comply with (EWR 127-1) Range Safety design and operational requirements in performance of duties
Support maintenance and improvement projects in close coordination with Operation Systems Engineering group to ensure system readiness in support of launch vehicle processing
External Basic Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree is required (Electrical Engineering degree is preferred), will consider Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering Degree with equivalent real-world work experience.
AT LEAST 4 years of experience working electrical/power engineering in an Aerospace, Utilities, or similarly complex environment.
Excellent communication, writing and oral skills and have the ability to work with a wide range of team members including customers and subcontractor
Proficient knowledge in Microsoft Office products such as Excel, Word, Power Point and Project
Experience with Computer Aided Design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, and Tekla
Work will primarily be in an office type environment, with some field operations and maintenance support (launch pad and processing facilities) involving certification for working at height, working in confined space, and working in areas of stored hazardous rocket propellant commodities and high pressure gases.
Some travel to other ULA facilities may be required
May need to work on other shifts when needed.
External Preferred Qualifications
Professional experience working with large, complex mechanical systems in an equivalent industrial process is preferred
Knowledge of industry standards such as National Electrical Code NFPA 70, NFPA 70E
Benefits provided: 401K, medical, dental, and vision, sick time as applicable to state law
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