System Design Engineer (Electrical)

Description

System Design Engineer (Electrical)

At B&A, we foster and embrace a distinct set of values that we live by and instill in all aspects of our organization: dedication, commitment, partnership, trust, and recognition. We have incorporated these values into successful delivery for our customers since 1988. B&A believes in ensuring its employees feel deeply connected to B&A, recognizing successes and hard work, and providing continuous opportunities to learn and grow. Our people are entrepreneurial thinkers that combine mindset, vision, and experience to drive value - not only to us as an organization, but to the clients we support. We promote a collaborative culture with our clients, and with each other, as one team working towards a common vision. We’d love for you to join our team!

Job Summary

B&A is looking for a System Design Engineer (Electrical) that will be tasked with working with a collaborative design team working off of requirements based designed efforts. Design team will be responsible for the selection and/or development of electronic suites of equipment for industrial and DoD use. Electrical design engineering position utilizes CAD/CAM/PLM based software packages to create detailed product drawings and 3D models of new products, product assemblies, and engineering change orders. The position requires collaboration internal to the department between engineering, production, and support staff.

Responsibilities

Product Design and Technical Drawings

• Create detailed models and engineering drawings for new discrete parts and products, redesigns, revisions, and associated integrated assemblies.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to develop 3D models, assemblies, and illustrations that support prototypes, final designs, manufacturing requirements, and quality specifications.
• Follow established engineering drawing and submittal processes.

Engineering Documentation and Configuration Management

• Perform drafting, illustration, technical documentation, and supporting administrative duties related to new part numbers, Bills of Materials (BOMs), Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), and drawings.
• Prepare BOMs to support the transition of products into production.
• Maintain system-generated engineering files to reflect engineering and customer changes.
• Maintain and reconcile revisions across drawing files, model files, and production systems.

Cross-Functional Collaboration and Manufacturing Support

• Coordinate with engineers, customers, and other organizations to ensure product specifications are accurately documented.
• Work with fabricators to clarify model files and drawings and support build operations for third-party fabrication.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.

Required Skills

CAD Design and Engineering Documentation

• Experience using industry-standard 3D CAD software, such as Solid Edge, SolidWorks, or comparable platforms, to produce quality engineering drawings in accordance with established standards and workflows.
• Ability to create, modify, maintain, and accurately check electrical system drawing packages and model files, including interpreting multidisciplinary product drawings and electrical hardware interfaces.

Electrical Hardware and Systems Integration

• Proficiency in designing cable assemblies including fiber-optic, data, power, and Ethernet to support fabrication, installation, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to select commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) components and/or design custom computer and network systems, including processors, storage devices, power supplies, displays, servers, switches, and associated electrical hardware.
• Ability to integrate and verify electrical hardware at all system levels.

Tools and Physical Requirements

• Ability to operate basic hand tools and work while standing or sitting for extended periods.

Desired Skills

• Four or more years of electrical cabling design and drafting experience, including proficiency with Solid Edge.
• Experience with military hardware designs and standards, as well as electromagnetic interference/radio-frequency interference (EMI/RFI) design and testing.
• Experience working in a laboratory environment.

Security Clearance

• Shall have the ability to obtain a security clearance if required.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of this position, with or without accommodation.
• Ability to remain stationary for extended periods while working at a computer.
• Frequently operate standard office equipment, including computers and telephones.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, video conference, and email.
• Occasionally move about the office and lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to work the assigned schedule with regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to travel up to 10% as required.

More About B&A:

B&A delivers secure, innovative, and mission-critical IT solutions to support the United States Government across all three branches-Executive, Legislative, and Judicial-focused on National Security, Defense, and Intelligence. Our team of cleared professionals specializes in Agile DevSecOps, Cloud Migration and Modernization, Data Science and Analytics, Human Capital Management, Operations and Enablement, Application Transformation, All-Source Intelligence, Geospatial Production, Engineering and Integrated Services, and Cybersecurity.

Notable Clients B&A has grown to be a company that is trusted by our clients for exceptional service, innovative solutions, and inspired employees. Our service extends through federal, state, and local Government, the private sector, and higher education. Some of our notable clients include Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Senate, U.S. Courts, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Navy, and more.

Benefits and Programs

B&A is proud to offer three robust individual and family medical plans to full time employees, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option as well as two tiers of dental coverage, vision, life & AD&D, disability, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance. In addition to these benefits, B&A employees enjoy paid time off, B&A sponsored trainings and certifications, pet insurance benefits, commuter transit benefits and a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU). B&A’s 401(k) plan is available to all employees and includes a company matching contribution.

B&A has launched several programs to focus on employee engagement, wellness, and assistance. These include:

• The B&A Cares program: 30/60/90-day wellness check ins, personal development, financial management, and stress management seminars, and more
• A formal mentorship program
• Job shadowing and cross training opportunities
• Brand Ambassador program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Access to various support resources to include counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and more
• Monthly teambuilding events
• B&A Annual Wellness Challenges: #StepWithB&A, #WalkDuringLunchWithB&A, #VolunteeringWithB&A, #ExerciseDuringLunchWithB&A, and more

At B&A, we place significant importance on improving the communities and lives of citizens across the nation through our involvement, technology expertise, and employees. B&A puts an emphasis on charitable efforts in the Northern Virginia area, including Capital Area Food Bank pantry drives, book donations, Hope for Henry Foundation events, and many more. In recognition of all these efforts, B&A has been named a Companies as Responsive Employers (CARE) award recipient by Northern Virginia Family Services and nominated by the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce for Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Award.

EEO

B&A provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. B&A complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy covers conduct occurring at B&A’s offices, and other workplaces (including client sites) and all other locations where B&A is providing services, and to all work-related activities.

EEO is the Law

B&A participates in e-Verify. We provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s I-9 Form to confirm work authorization.