Senior Topside Engineer

About Decision Technologies, Inc.

Decision Technologies was founded to help bridge the gap between Department of Defense and Federal Government acquisition programs and technology to help our customers optimize their decision-making process. Over the years, our areas of expertise have expanded to include Systems Engineering, Program Management, In-Service Engineering, Equipment Repair, Research and Development, Test and Evaluation, and Intelligence and Counterintelligence Support. Our growth and success have positioned us as a premier engineering and intelligence services provider contributing to our nation's defense.

Our company culture cultivates talented problem-solvers on focused on performance with industry-leading teamwork and responsiveness. We have established a reputation for offering superior services and solutions, proven integrity and innovation, employee engagement and development, and customer collaboration.

Bring your expertise and knowledge to our team!

Decision Technologies seeks a qualified Senior Topside Engineer to join our team in Dahlgren, VA.   

Position Description:

Design and develop specializes in electromagnetic interference and compatibility, with corrective actions to identify problems. Identifies and recommends engineering fixes to mitigate unacceptable risks and conducts evaluations on any new systems being placed on surface assets.

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Must have a SECRET clearance. An interim clearance is acceptable.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Design and develop; specialize in electromagnetic interference and compatibility, with corrective actions to identify problems.
• Identify and recommend engineering fixes to mitigate unacceptable risks and conduct evaluations on any new systems being placed on surface assets.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering discipline. 
• In addition, twelve (12) years of demonstrated and established knowledge base and subject matter expertise relevant to one or more of the following;

o   Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics or Naval Architecture.

• Seven (7) years of experience in Research, Development, Test, Engineering, or Integration related to shipboard systems
• Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following specific areas:

o   System performance requirements

o   Ship operations (Safety, HM&E, Structural, Vulnerability, Physical clearances, Navigation, Navigation lights, Exhaust and Intakes, RADHAZ, Environmental, Shock and Vibration, Combat systems, System coverage)

o   Deck operations (Replenishment at sea, Line handling, Ordnance, Small boat operations, Man overboard, Damage Control) Aviation; Aviation

o   Signatures or EMI/EMC 

Compensation:

Compensation at Decision Technologies, Inc. is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience; as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. 

Employee Benefits:

• Competitive Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical, Dependent Care & Commuter)
• Company paid Short Term, Long Term, Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Certifications

Decision Technologies, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity that provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, 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.