This is a 6 month contract with Underground and then you will transfer to the payroll of the prime contractor.

Countermeasures Engineer I - U.S. Department of State

Our government contracting client seeks a Countermeasures Engineer I to support the Bureau of Diplomatic Security (DS) at the U.S. Department of State. The role involves designing, installing, and maintaining advanced countermeasures systems at overseas diplomatic facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, install, operate, and maintain advanced countermeasures systems

• Configure and ensure interoperability of technical equipment

• Provide technical support throughout all phases of countermeasures systems

• Evaluate and develop new countermeasure systems and test equipment

• Train Department of State personnel on countermeasures techniques

• Conduct research on emerging technologies and assist in policy development

• Draft surveys for new installations and conduct user training

• Read, interpret, and create electrical and architectural drawings

Requirements:

• Current U.S. Government TOP SECRET clearance with ability to obtain SCI access

• Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering or physics

• Minimum 2 years of work experience in engineering or physics

• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Project, Visio, and Office Suite

• Understanding of IoT, security systems, and associated trends

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Strong multitasking and attention to detail skills

• Knowledge of MATLAB, Python, C++, or other programming languages

• Experience with databases

Travel: Frequent OCONUS and occasional CONUS travel required

Location: Rosslyn, VA (relocation required)

Compensation: $52.88 - $57.69 per hour

Benefits: 401(k) with matching, health/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, paid time off, relocation assistance

Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8-hour shifts

To apply, please submit your resume and clearance information.

Requirements

• Current U.S. Government TOP SECRET clearance with ability to obtain SCI access

• Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering or physics

• Minimum 2 years of work experience in engineering or physics

• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Project, Visio, and Office Suite

• Understanding of IoT, security systems, and associated trends

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Strong multitasking and attention to detail skills

• Knowledge of MATLAB, Python, C++, or other programming languages

• Experience with databases

Benefits

- Paid time off

- Medical, dental, vision insurance

- Life insurance

- 401k