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New in Career - Electrical, Computer and Software Engineering Positions

Naval Nuclear Laboratory
United States, Pennsylvania, West Mifflin
814 Pittsburgh McKeesport Boulevard (Show on map)
May 27, 2022
Job Title
New in Career - Electrical, Computer and Software Engineering Positions
Job Classification
Salary/Exempt
Organizational Unit
Naval Nuclear Laboratory -> Fleet Support & Naval Training -> Fleet Power Plant Engineering
Location
Niskayuna - Niskayuna, NY 12309 US (Primary)
West Mifflin - West Mifflin, PA 15122 US
Category
Engineering/Science
Career Level
Entry Level
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Job Type
Full-time
Job Description

If you are an entry-level Electrical Engineer, Computer Engineer or Software Engineer with a strong interest in system, hardware or software development and testingand desire a career opportunity working in a mission-driven organization supporting the U.S. Navy's Nuclear Propulsion Program consider applying today!

In this position, you will have the opportunity to work in an NNL organization responsible for the development and testing of reactor instrumentation and control (I&C) software applicationsfor nuclear powered aircraft carriers and submarines.

The successful candidate will work in a team environment and apply their system, hardware or software development and testing knowledge and experience to develop, test and supportembedded system applications.

Depending on the candidate's selected position, typical responsibilities may include:


  • Systems and Hardware Development Positions:
    • Develop and maintain a deep understanding of the operation of a typical naval nuclear power plant and the functions of reactor instrumentation and control systems and components that provide control and safety features
    • Develop and support of electrical hardware used to test systems and components
    • Analyze the limits of electrical component and system performance capabilities and team with stakeholders and vendor organizations to recommend revisions
    • Utilize laboratory capabilities to test shipboard system and component revisions and troubleshoot any issues

  • Software Development and Test Positions:
    • Software development for reactor I&C applications
    • Software architecture development of embedded control systems and associated components
    • Development and performance of testing to qualify I&C applications for use
    • Development and support of in-house tools used to aid in the software development and testing process
    • Development and support of in-house software application, test systems and infrastructure used to support software, system and component testing


Through diverse job opportunities engineers will continue gaining technical skills and broaden their experience throughout their careers - while tackling exciting and challenging assignments.

As a national asset, NNL provides employees with excellent pay and benefits as well as excellent work-life balance and employment stability

Required Skills

Associate:


  • BS degree in engineering or Bachelor's degree in a science related field from an accredited college or university required.

Intermediate:


  • BS degree in engineering or Bachelor's degree in a science related field from an accredited college or university and a minimum of two years of relevant experience; or
  • MS degree in engineering or Master's degree in a science related field from an accredited college or university and a minimum of one year of relevant experience

Preferred Skills
  • Strong Academic performance - GPA 3.0 or above
  • Demonstrated ability to plan, initiate and accomplish work on individual assignments or as part of a small team
  • Experience working in a team environment with team members and stakeholders in related technical disciplines
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in a significant academic or social endeavor
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills; with specific experience in writing and presenting technical reports and engineering evaluations
  • Previous experience in an NNL-sponsored Design Project
  • Specific Technical Skills and Experiences as follows:
    • Systems and Hardware Development Positions:
      • Academic, Co-Op or intern experience in one or more of the following development areas:
        • Digital or analog control systems
        • Instrumentation and/or sensors
        • Microprocessor controls and system automation
        • Power electronics
        • Motor technology


    • Software Development and Test Positions:
      • Demonstrated proficiency in 1 or more programming languages with an emphasis on object-oriented languages including: Java, C++ or Python
      • Academic, Co-Op or Intern experience in one or more of the following areas:
        • Control or test systems using commercial tools and applications for data acquisition, control and testing ( Programable Logic Controllers, National Instruments, etc.)
        • Control applications using Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) technology and System Verilog or VHDL programming tools
        • Control applications using System on a Chip (SoC) development components
        • Embedded system development using system development boards (e.g. Arduino, Raspberry Pi, etc.)
        • System, Hardware and/or Software testing of embedded systems
        • Software architecture/application development for embedded systems





About Us
The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.
All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Federal regulation requires FMP test for marijuana.
As a federal contractor, and consistent with Executive Order 14042, Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP) may require all newly hired employees in the United States to be fully vaccinated by their start date, subject to approved disability or religious accommodations. We understand this federal requirement is subject to litigation and enforcement may change.
Fluor Marine Propulsion is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Veterans/Disabilities) Committed to Workplace Diversity

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