Overview Engineering Technician (IR/IF 2): Bowhead is seeking an Engineering Technician to support the Infrared Radio Frequency (IR/RF) Division at the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) in Crane, Indiana. The IR/RF Systems Technologies Division conducts research and development for pyrotechnic and countermeasure devices in support of the Navy, Air Force, Army and Joint Strike Fighter. The primary mission is to promote the self-protection of aircraft, vessels and vehicles and includes, but is not limited to, Infrared Technology, lasers and electronic warfare research and development. The Engineering Technician will be responsible for performing complex engineering assignments in a research and development environment. They will also serve as the Technician for a work unit which performs development and testing operations involving energetic compositions. Responsibilities Essential Functions include: Constructing components, subunits or models and adapting equipment to be used in support of the IR/RF division Research and development of nonstandard tools, techniques and processes for loading and testing Sets up, operates and maintains a wide variety of complex and specialized tools, equipment and machinery in an extremely hazardous environment Perform tests on items during processing to ensure that the components meet specification requirements Designs, tests and repairs equipment, components and completed assemblies. Assist in development of maintenance standards and installation procedures for use by other employees of the organization Handling containerized ordnance Provide explosives handling support Assembly/Acceptance Testing/functional operations Understanding of safety protocols and procedures Handling of hazardous materials Qualifications Qualifications: High School Diploma and two (2) to five (5) years of experience. Microsoft Office software suite Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts Must be able to obtain explosive certification Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen and must follow UIC's Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 15 to 25 pounds Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to obtain a security clearance at the Secret level. Current Secret clearance holder are highly encouraged to apply. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.
01/09/2026
Full time
Overview Engineering Technician (IR/IF 2): Bowhead is seeking an Engineering Technician to support the Infrared Radio Frequency (IR/RF) Division at the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) in Crane, Indiana. The IR/RF Systems Technologies Division conducts research and development for pyrotechnic and countermeasure devices in support of the Navy, Air Force, Army and Joint Strike Fighter. The primary mission is to promote the self-protection of aircraft, vessels and vehicles and includes, but is not limited to, Infrared Technology, lasers and electronic warfare research and development. The Engineering Technician will be responsible for performing complex engineering assignments in a research and development environment. They will also serve as the Technician for a work unit which performs development and testing operations involving energetic compositions. Responsibilities Essential Functions include: Constructing components, subunits or models and adapting equipment to be used in support of the IR/RF division Research and development of nonstandard tools, techniques and processes for loading and testing Sets up, operates and maintains a wide variety of complex and specialized tools, equipment and machinery in an extremely hazardous environment Perform tests on items during processing to ensure that the components meet specification requirements Designs, tests and repairs equipment, components and completed assemblies. Assist in development of maintenance standards and installation procedures for use by other employees of the organization Handling containerized ordnance Provide explosives handling support Assembly/Acceptance Testing/functional operations Understanding of safety protocols and procedures Handling of hazardous materials Qualifications Qualifications: High School Diploma and two (2) to five (5) years of experience. Microsoft Office software suite Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts Must be able to obtain explosive certification Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen and must follow UIC's Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 15 to 25 pounds Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to obtain a security clearance at the Secret level. Current Secret clearance holder are highly encouraged to apply. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.
Overview Electronics Technician (F-24415): Bowhead is seeks an experienced Electronics Technician Maintenance to join our team in Crane, IN. The Electronics Technician Maintenance team identifies and resolves equipment malfunctions, calibrate and perform preventative maintenance and must be capable of reading blueprints, schematics and engineering instructions of the assembly of electronic units. They also assist in writing reports and recording data as it relates to testing techniques, laboratory equipment and specifications. Responsibilities Duties will include radar system maintenance, repair, overhauls, fabrication of cable harnesses, populating RVCA, parts inventory management and complete system testing using approved procedures. Must work with other technicians in testing and repair of AN/SPS-67/SPS-73 radar system consoles and associated equipment. Must be able to communicate effectively with Task Lead, Branch Manager, ISEA and US Navy fleet. Must be able to provide troubleshooting assistance to the ISEA and US Navy. Must maintain parts inventory in accordance with OM&S regulations. Minimum of 5 years experience on Radar system maintenance and repair, SPS-73 experience preferred. Assembling electrical and electronic systems and prototype Repairing, Building, calibrating, and repairing electrical instruments or testing equipment Inspecting drawings and designs for quality control, report findings, and make recommendations to the lead engineer Performing all manners of depot maintenance to specified Electronic Systems Helping to build prototypes from rough sketches or plans, under the engineers' direction Assembling, testing and maintaining circuitry or electronic components according to engineering instructions, technical manuals, and knowledge of electronics Adjusting and replacing defective circuitry and electronic components Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent is required with a minimum of five (5) to eight (8) years of professional experience; however, experience is crucial and therefore additional experience will be considered in lieu of any formal education An Associate's or bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering Technology is highly desired At least five years of experience in an electronics Technician and/or Maintenance role is required Navy Electronics Experience highly desired. Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), High voltage training, Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) and associated training is required to perform the duties in designated work areas Must possess or be able to obtain Fall Protection Training, Overhead Crane Certification, Forklift Certification Must possess or be able to obtain solder certification to IPC requirements such as IPC J-STD-001, IPC 7711/7721 or Miniature/Micro-miniature (2M) certification standards Basic to intermediate level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 15 to 25 pounds Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to obtain a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.
01/07/2026
Full time
Overview Electronics Technician (F-24415): Bowhead is seeks an experienced Electronics Technician Maintenance to join our team in Crane, IN. The Electronics Technician Maintenance team identifies and resolves equipment malfunctions, calibrate and perform preventative maintenance and must be capable of reading blueprints, schematics and engineering instructions of the assembly of electronic units. They also assist in writing reports and recording data as it relates to testing techniques, laboratory equipment and specifications. Responsibilities Duties will include radar system maintenance, repair, overhauls, fabrication of cable harnesses, populating RVCA, parts inventory management and complete system testing using approved procedures. Must work with other technicians in testing and repair of AN/SPS-67/SPS-73 radar system consoles and associated equipment. Must be able to communicate effectively with Task Lead, Branch Manager, ISEA and US Navy fleet. Must be able to provide troubleshooting assistance to the ISEA and US Navy. Must maintain parts inventory in accordance with OM&S regulations. Minimum of 5 years experience on Radar system maintenance and repair, SPS-73 experience preferred. Assembling electrical and electronic systems and prototype Repairing, Building, calibrating, and repairing electrical instruments or testing equipment Inspecting drawings and designs for quality control, report findings, and make recommendations to the lead engineer Performing all manners of depot maintenance to specified Electronic Systems Helping to build prototypes from rough sketches or plans, under the engineers' direction Assembling, testing and maintaining circuitry or electronic components according to engineering instructions, technical manuals, and knowledge of electronics Adjusting and replacing defective circuitry and electronic components Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent is required with a minimum of five (5) to eight (8) years of professional experience; however, experience is crucial and therefore additional experience will be considered in lieu of any formal education An Associate's or bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering Technology is highly desired At least five years of experience in an electronics Technician and/or Maintenance role is required Navy Electronics Experience highly desired. Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), High voltage training, Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) and associated training is required to perform the duties in designated work areas Must possess or be able to obtain Fall Protection Training, Overhead Crane Certification, Forklift Certification Must possess or be able to obtain solder certification to IPC requirements such as IPC J-STD-001, IPC 7711/7721 or Miniature/Micro-miniature (2M) certification standards Basic to intermediate level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 15 to 25 pounds Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to obtain a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.
Overview ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (F-24412): Bowhead seeks a Engineering Technician to join our team in supporting the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane Division. The Engineering Technician indepedntly plans and accomplishes complete projects or studies of a broad scope of complexity and serves as an expert in a narrow aspect of a particular field of engineering. Responsibilities Essential functions will include: Prepares designs and specifications for various complex equipment or systems (e.g., heating system in an office building or new electronic componets such as solid state devices for instrumentation equipment). Plans approach to solve design problems; conceives and recommends new design techniques. Resolves design problems with contract personnel and assures compatibility of design with other parts of the system. Designs and coordinates test set-ups and experiments to prove or disprove the feasibility of preliminary design. Uses untried and untested measurement techniques and improves the performance of the equipment. May advise equipment users on redesign to solve unique operational deficiencies. Plans approach and conducts various experiments to develop equipment or systems characterized by difficult performance requirements because of conflicting attributes such as versatility, size, and ease of operation. Arranges for fabrication of pilot models and determines test procedures and design of special test equipment. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in electronics with a minimum of ten (10) to ten (15) fifteen years of relevant experience is required at a minimum Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team Prior experience at NSWC Crane highly preferred Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to obtain a clearance at a Secret level, however candidates with an active Secret level clearance are highly encouraged to apply. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.
01/07/2026
Full time
Overview ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (F-24412): Bowhead seeks a Engineering Technician to join our team in supporting the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane Division. The Engineering Technician indepedntly plans and accomplishes complete projects or studies of a broad scope of complexity and serves as an expert in a narrow aspect of a particular field of engineering. Responsibilities Essential functions will include: Prepares designs and specifications for various complex equipment or systems (e.g., heating system in an office building or new electronic componets such as solid state devices for instrumentation equipment). Plans approach to solve design problems; conceives and recommends new design techniques. Resolves design problems with contract personnel and assures compatibility of design with other parts of the system. Designs and coordinates test set-ups and experiments to prove or disprove the feasibility of preliminary design. Uses untried and untested measurement techniques and improves the performance of the equipment. May advise equipment users on redesign to solve unique operational deficiencies. Plans approach and conducts various experiments to develop equipment or systems characterized by difficult performance requirements because of conflicting attributes such as versatility, size, and ease of operation. Arranges for fabrication of pilot models and determines test procedures and design of special test equipment. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in electronics with a minimum of ten (10) to ten (15) fifteen years of relevant experience is required at a minimum Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team Prior experience at NSWC Crane highly preferred Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to obtain a clearance at a Secret level, however candidates with an active Secret level clearance are highly encouraged to apply. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.
Bowhead / UIC Technical Services
Dahlgren, Virginia
Overview SR. ELECTRICAL ENGINEER (E30-6) Bowhead seeks to network with a Sr. Electrical Engineer to join our team at the Naval Surface Warfare Center in Dahlgren, VA. This position will require full onsite work at the Bowhead office or Navy installation. No remote opportunity for this contract Responsibilities The Electrical Engineer will design, develop, test, and supervise the manufacturing of electrical and electronic equipment for electronic warfare systems. Duties will include but are not limited to: Responsible for directing system engineering of electronic warfare systems Prepares and implements directives to ensure effective engineering support, and establishes and enforces standards to ensure that the assigned work force is properly trained and equipped Other duties as assigned Qualifications This position will require full onsite work at the Bowhead office or Navy installation. No remote opportunity for this contract A BA/S is required in Electrical Engineering in addition to ten (10) years experience in electromagnetic system design, analysis and test with U.S. Navy/Joint DE systems including pulsed power, RF, Laser, and CIED systems and components. Demonstrated skills to design and develop specialized electronics Prior experience with legacy Electronic Warfare Systems is preferred Intermediate level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically Physical Demands: Must be able to lift and /or move up to 30 pounds Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED: Must be able to maintain a clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.
01/06/2026
Full time
Overview SR. ELECTRICAL ENGINEER (E30-6) Bowhead seeks to network with a Sr. Electrical Engineer to join our team at the Naval Surface Warfare Center in Dahlgren, VA. This position will require full onsite work at the Bowhead office or Navy installation. No remote opportunity for this contract Responsibilities The Electrical Engineer will design, develop, test, and supervise the manufacturing of electrical and electronic equipment for electronic warfare systems. Duties will include but are not limited to: Responsible for directing system engineering of electronic warfare systems Prepares and implements directives to ensure effective engineering support, and establishes and enforces standards to ensure that the assigned work force is properly trained and equipped Other duties as assigned Qualifications This position will require full onsite work at the Bowhead office or Navy installation. No remote opportunity for this contract A BA/S is required in Electrical Engineering in addition to ten (10) years experience in electromagnetic system design, analysis and test with U.S. Navy/Joint DE systems including pulsed power, RF, Laser, and CIED systems and components. Demonstrated skills to design and develop specialized electronics Prior experience with legacy Electronic Warfare Systems is preferred Intermediate level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically Physical Demands: Must be able to lift and /or move up to 30 pounds Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED: Must be able to maintain a clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.
Bowhead / UIC Technical Services
Dahlgren, Virginia
Overview Mechanical Engineer / Weapon Systems Modeler (DETO-1): Bowhead seeks new team members in their support to the Navy's Weapons Systems Munitions Integration and Hypersonics division. Bowhead seeks analysts to perform Target Vulnerability characterizations and Weapon System effectiveness analyses. The position will interface with weapons design analysts, other subject matter experts, and technical personnel model targets and analyze the effects of weapon systems against them. Responsibilities Define threat systems, understand their subsystems (e.g., propulsion, fire control, etc.) and then develop a Target Geometric Model and associated Fail Analysis Logic Trees Combine the Target Vulnerability models and weapon characterizations to assess encounters between a weapon and target with the goal of determining the overall probability of kill (Pk) or system effectiveness based upon delivery accuracy. These analyses are generally performed using a Monte Carlo simulation and are performed in support of weapons system acquisition, service procurement, and employment Prepare documentation and support configuration management guidelines Other duties as assigned Qualifications A Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline. Concentrations in the following academic areas would be of benefit: Vector calculus, statistics, statics, mechanics (3-Degrees of Freedom), dynamics (6-Degrees of Freedom), and Strength of Materials. Experience in Naval Weapons Systems development preferred. Experience with Matlab, Python scripting, and SOLIDWORKS are a plus. Ability to work independently and interface professionally with other government agencies, contractors, military personnel. Ability to define task details, estimates, and schedules using Microsoft Office products (e.g. Excel, Project, PowerPoint, and Word). SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location. Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically
01/06/2026
Full time
Overview Mechanical Engineer / Weapon Systems Modeler (DETO-1): Bowhead seeks new team members in their support to the Navy's Weapons Systems Munitions Integration and Hypersonics division. Bowhead seeks analysts to perform Target Vulnerability characterizations and Weapon System effectiveness analyses. The position will interface with weapons design analysts, other subject matter experts, and technical personnel model targets and analyze the effects of weapon systems against them. Responsibilities Define threat systems, understand their subsystems (e.g., propulsion, fire control, etc.) and then develop a Target Geometric Model and associated Fail Analysis Logic Trees Combine the Target Vulnerability models and weapon characterizations to assess encounters between a weapon and target with the goal of determining the overall probability of kill (Pk) or system effectiveness based upon delivery accuracy. These analyses are generally performed using a Monte Carlo simulation and are performed in support of weapons system acquisition, service procurement, and employment Prepare documentation and support configuration management guidelines Other duties as assigned Qualifications A Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline. Concentrations in the following academic areas would be of benefit: Vector calculus, statistics, statics, mechanics (3-Degrees of Freedom), dynamics (6-Degrees of Freedom), and Strength of Materials. Experience in Naval Weapons Systems development preferred. Experience with Matlab, Python scripting, and SOLIDWORKS are a plus. Ability to work independently and interface professionally with other government agencies, contractors, military personnel. Ability to define task details, estimates, and schedules using Microsoft Office products (e.g. Excel, Project, PowerPoint, and Word). SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location. Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically
Bowhead / UIC Technical Services
Dahlgren, Virginia
Overview ELECTRICAL ENGINEER (E30-6) Bowhead seeks to network with an Electrical Engineer to join our team at the Naval Surface Warfare Center in Dahlgren, VA. This position will require full onsite work at the Bowhead office or Navy installation. No remote opportunity for this contract Responsibilities Electrical Systems: Design and develop electrical systems and components for projectiles, such as guidance systems, sensors, and communication devices. Schematic Diagrams: Create detailed schematic diagrams and technical drawings to guide the manufacturing and assembly of electrical systems in projectiles. Prototyping: Develop prototypes to test and validate the functionality and performance of electrical designs. Performance Testing: Conduct tests to evaluate the performance and reliability of electrical systems in projectiles under various conditions. Simulation: Use simulation tools to predict the behavior of electrical systems during projectile flight and impact. Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve technical issues and malfunctions in electrical systems during testing phases Other duties as assigned Qualifications This position will require full onsite work at the Bowhead office or Navy installation. No remote opportunity for this contract A Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline. Five (5) years professional technical experience which includes two (2) years specialized experience performing design and integration engineering, test and evaluation activities, electrical systems requirements management, electrical systems engineering design, utilization of electrical systems engineering design software tools, and electrical systems engineering processes. (Nice to have) Knowledgeable in Programming and Scripting Languages (C/C++; Verilog; Python; TCL; Shell scripts; Git Version Control) Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team Physical Demands: Must be able to lift and /or move up to 30 pounds Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED: Must be able to maintain a clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.
01/06/2026
Full time
Overview ELECTRICAL ENGINEER (E30-6) Bowhead seeks to network with an Electrical Engineer to join our team at the Naval Surface Warfare Center in Dahlgren, VA. This position will require full onsite work at the Bowhead office or Navy installation. No remote opportunity for this contract Responsibilities Electrical Systems: Design and develop electrical systems and components for projectiles, such as guidance systems, sensors, and communication devices. Schematic Diagrams: Create detailed schematic diagrams and technical drawings to guide the manufacturing and assembly of electrical systems in projectiles. Prototyping: Develop prototypes to test and validate the functionality and performance of electrical designs. Performance Testing: Conduct tests to evaluate the performance and reliability of electrical systems in projectiles under various conditions. Simulation: Use simulation tools to predict the behavior of electrical systems during projectile flight and impact. Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve technical issues and malfunctions in electrical systems during testing phases Other duties as assigned Qualifications This position will require full onsite work at the Bowhead office or Navy installation. No remote opportunity for this contract A Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline. Five (5) years professional technical experience which includes two (2) years specialized experience performing design and integration engineering, test and evaluation activities, electrical systems requirements management, electrical systems engineering design, utilization of electrical systems engineering design software tools, and electrical systems engineering processes. (Nice to have) Knowledgeable in Programming and Scripting Languages (C/C++; Verilog; Python; TCL; Shell scripts; Git Version Control) Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team Physical Demands: Must be able to lift and /or move up to 30 pounds Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED: Must be able to maintain a clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.
Overview BTS Site Manager (ALTSO&M-5): Bowhead seeks a BTS Site Manager to perform administrative, logistic and supervisory duties for Altus AFB. The Project Manager will perform and lead technicians in functions such as; running cables or house wire to telephone sets, terminating connectors, lugs, pins, or screws, associated with key telephone equipment and/or terminating equipment for non-voice circuits. Responsibilities Must have a global knowledge of how Base Telecommunications Systems operate under government contracts and working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). Successful candidate will be responsive, reliable, detail-oriented, have good judgment and excellent problem solving skills. They must be responsive, reliable, detail-oriented, and possess a strong motivation to build a productive relationship with internal and external team members. Essential functions to include: Developing, implementing, and applying management controls to ensure task and deliverables comply with customer requirements. Validating technical and financial reports, analyze metrics, identify areas for improvement, and develop corrective action solutions that meet operational goals. Must be able to accommodate fluctuating workload requirements by efficiently managing resources to ensure successful execution within budget and schedule. Conducting program meetings, reviews, and coordinate briefings with customers and senior management. Participating in strategic planning, including facilitating meetings and creating plan materials. Will lead business development processes such as identification, qualification, capture, and proposal activities, including defining win strategies, identifying competitive discriminators, technical proposal writing, and basis of estimate activities. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelors' Degree, preferred. High School Diploma or GED, required. Prefer certificates of completion from telephone company sponsored training or higher educational institutions in the telephony industry. Minimum of five (5) years' experience in telephone installation including voice/non-voice communications, telephone key systems, terminal and communications equipment. Supervisory / leadership experience, required. Prefer leadership experience operating under government contracts and working within the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). Must possess the ability to engineer and design telecommunication cable plant systems Must be able to multi-task, manage priorities and work independently with little direction Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts. To receive and respond to instructions/assignments, must be able to read, write and speak English. Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently hold a security clearance at the Public Trust level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Public Trust clearance at this location.
01/06/2026
Full time
Overview BTS Site Manager (ALTSO&M-5): Bowhead seeks a BTS Site Manager to perform administrative, logistic and supervisory duties for Altus AFB. The Project Manager will perform and lead technicians in functions such as; running cables or house wire to telephone sets, terminating connectors, lugs, pins, or screws, associated with key telephone equipment and/or terminating equipment for non-voice circuits. Responsibilities Must have a global knowledge of how Base Telecommunications Systems operate under government contracts and working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). Successful candidate will be responsive, reliable, detail-oriented, have good judgment and excellent problem solving skills. They must be responsive, reliable, detail-oriented, and possess a strong motivation to build a productive relationship with internal and external team members. Essential functions to include: Developing, implementing, and applying management controls to ensure task and deliverables comply with customer requirements. Validating technical and financial reports, analyze metrics, identify areas for improvement, and develop corrective action solutions that meet operational goals. Must be able to accommodate fluctuating workload requirements by efficiently managing resources to ensure successful execution within budget and schedule. Conducting program meetings, reviews, and coordinate briefings with customers and senior management. Participating in strategic planning, including facilitating meetings and creating plan materials. Will lead business development processes such as identification, qualification, capture, and proposal activities, including defining win strategies, identifying competitive discriminators, technical proposal writing, and basis of estimate activities. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelors' Degree, preferred. High School Diploma or GED, required. Prefer certificates of completion from telephone company sponsored training or higher educational institutions in the telephony industry. Minimum of five (5) years' experience in telephone installation including voice/non-voice communications, telephone key systems, terminal and communications equipment. Supervisory / leadership experience, required. Prefer leadership experience operating under government contracts and working within the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). Must possess the ability to engineer and design telecommunication cable plant systems Must be able to multi-task, manage priorities and work independently with little direction Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts. To receive and respond to instructions/assignments, must be able to read, write and speak English. Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently hold a security clearance at the Public Trust level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Public Trust clearance at this location.
Overview Electrical Engineer (GXP 1) Bowhead seeks a Electrical Engineer to join our team at the Naval Surface Warfare Center in Crane, IN. The Electrical Engineer will provide technical and engineering support services to the Strategic Systems Guidance, Navigation and Control Division. Responsibilities Essential functions will include: Perform duties with minimal supervision and management intervention Conduct surveillance on various pieces of equipment to include Hydrophones and thermistors Execute daily workload utilizing internal division/branch policy, methods, and other tools to provide high-level technical outputs as required. Research, analyze, and identify engineering sustainment challenges and recommend mitigating actions. Other duties as assigned Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline. Must have two (2) to five (5) years technical experience working on high reliability systems. Have sufficient hardware experience to identify and solve hardware problems associated with design, development, and integration of high reliability systems. Some software experience is preferred. Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to obtain a security clearance at the Secret level. Applicants who currently hold a Secret clearance are strongly encouraged to apply. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.
01/06/2026
Full time
Overview Electrical Engineer (GXP 1) Bowhead seeks a Electrical Engineer to join our team at the Naval Surface Warfare Center in Crane, IN. The Electrical Engineer will provide technical and engineering support services to the Strategic Systems Guidance, Navigation and Control Division. Responsibilities Essential functions will include: Perform duties with minimal supervision and management intervention Conduct surveillance on various pieces of equipment to include Hydrophones and thermistors Execute daily workload utilizing internal division/branch policy, methods, and other tools to provide high-level technical outputs as required. Research, analyze, and identify engineering sustainment challenges and recommend mitigating actions. Other duties as assigned Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline. Must have two (2) to five (5) years technical experience working on high reliability systems. Have sufficient hardware experience to identify and solve hardware problems associated with design, development, and integration of high reliability systems. Some software experience is preferred. Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to obtain a security clearance at the Secret level. Applicants who currently hold a Secret clearance are strongly encouraged to apply. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.
Bowhead / UIC Technical Services
Dahlgren, Virginia
Overview Machinist (Engineering Technician III) (EPFAB-9): Bowhead is seeking a qualified Machinist to join the Machine Shop team at the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) in Virginia. This position offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with the U.S. Navy in the development of prototypes and short-run production work, contributing to critical national defense projects. Our machinists are responsible for programming, setting up, and machining parts in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD) specifications and models. The role involves working with a diverse range of materials, including a variety of aluminum, stainless steel, plastic, Inconel, and titanium. We are particularly seeking candidates with substantial experience in CNC lathe programming and operation. While there will be a mix of mill and lathe work, our current project demands have shifted toward more lathe-focused machining. We provide comprehensive in-house and at-home training on SolidWorks and CAMWorks, offering opportunities for continuous skill development and career advancement. Government-provided tools will be available to support your work. This intermediate-level position requires a minimum of five years of experience in machining and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team. There may be occasions where the machinist will be required to assist colleagues with programming or machining techniques. Bowhead offers: Engineering Technician III position pays $30.98 per hour, plus $4.93 per hour for H&W (Health and Welfare) A total of 28 paid days off per year. (Described below) Paid vacation accrued up to 10 days a year. Paid sick leave accrued up to 7 days a year. Paid holidays 11 per year. Up to $175 for safety boots every two years. Up to $5250 for college tuition per year. Up to $5250 for training per year. Prescription safety glasses are provided yearly. Responsibilities Machinists are required to program and operate both CNC lathes/mills, set tools in the machines, and create fixtures to hold uniquely shaped parts/components. (Most of the equipment in the shop is either Haas, Fadal, or ProtoTraks and is used daily.) Comply with DoD drawings and hold tight tolerances on machined parts. Machinists will operate saws and occasionally use manual lathes and mills. They are expected to use standard measuring tools such as dial calipers and micrometers to inspect their parts. Qualifications Must have a high school diploma. Must have at least five (5) years of professional experience operating CNC milling machines and lathes. (Technical training may be considered as experience) Must be able to draw and program using CAD/CAM software. Basic level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, and Outlook. Have a proficient understanding of reading and interpreting Machinist drawings including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). Capable of using common precision measuring tools such as dial calipers and micrometers to inspect in-process and completed parts. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees, customers, and management and respond to instructions/assignments. Be willing to assist other employees with Machinist-related issues. I.e., programming and set-ups. Must be able to read, write, and speak English. Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team. Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds. Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time. Must be able to twist, bend, and squat periodically. Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED: Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location. Acquiring a clearance will be done with the assistance of Bowhead upon hiring unless the candidate already possesses a clearance.
01/06/2026
Full time
Overview Machinist (Engineering Technician III) (EPFAB-9): Bowhead is seeking a qualified Machinist to join the Machine Shop team at the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) in Virginia. This position offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with the U.S. Navy in the development of prototypes and short-run production work, contributing to critical national defense projects. Our machinists are responsible for programming, setting up, and machining parts in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD) specifications and models. The role involves working with a diverse range of materials, including a variety of aluminum, stainless steel, plastic, Inconel, and titanium. We are particularly seeking candidates with substantial experience in CNC lathe programming and operation. While there will be a mix of mill and lathe work, our current project demands have shifted toward more lathe-focused machining. We provide comprehensive in-house and at-home training on SolidWorks and CAMWorks, offering opportunities for continuous skill development and career advancement. Government-provided tools will be available to support your work. This intermediate-level position requires a minimum of five years of experience in machining and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team. There may be occasions where the machinist will be required to assist colleagues with programming or machining techniques. Bowhead offers: Engineering Technician III position pays $30.98 per hour, plus $4.93 per hour for H&W (Health and Welfare) A total of 28 paid days off per year. (Described below) Paid vacation accrued up to 10 days a year. Paid sick leave accrued up to 7 days a year. Paid holidays 11 per year. Up to $175 for safety boots every two years. Up to $5250 for college tuition per year. Up to $5250 for training per year. Prescription safety glasses are provided yearly. Responsibilities Machinists are required to program and operate both CNC lathes/mills, set tools in the machines, and create fixtures to hold uniquely shaped parts/components. (Most of the equipment in the shop is either Haas, Fadal, or ProtoTraks and is used daily.) Comply with DoD drawings and hold tight tolerances on machined parts. Machinists will operate saws and occasionally use manual lathes and mills. They are expected to use standard measuring tools such as dial calipers and micrometers to inspect their parts. Qualifications Must have a high school diploma. Must have at least five (5) years of professional experience operating CNC milling machines and lathes. (Technical training may be considered as experience) Must be able to draw and program using CAD/CAM software. Basic level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, and Outlook. Have a proficient understanding of reading and interpreting Machinist drawings including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). Capable of using common precision measuring tools such as dial calipers and micrometers to inspect in-process and completed parts. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees, customers, and management and respond to instructions/assignments. Be willing to assist other employees with Machinist-related issues. I.e., programming and set-ups. Must be able to read, write, and speak English. Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team. Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds. Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time. Must be able to twist, bend, and squat periodically. Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED: Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location. Acquiring a clearance will be done with the assistance of Bowhead upon hiring unless the candidate already possesses a clearance.
Overview INTERDISCIPLINARY ENGINEER (USCG): Bowhead is seeking a Interdisciplinary Engineer to provide civil engineering services to United States Coast Guard (USCG) Civil Engineering Unit (CEU) Juneau. Position is located at USCG CEU in Juneau, AK, in support of projects throughout the 17th Coast Guard District (D17) area of responsibility (AOR). Services include independent technical reviews, project scope development, field investigation, planning, specifications, drawings, cost estimating, problem and conflict resolution, scheduling and design production, and facility condition assessments. Responsibilities Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Provide civil engineering services for the CEU Juneau in support of work associated with projects on the Advanced Acquisition Plan and other inserted projects. Provide civil engineering trouble-shooting and/or consultations, providing technical and project advice and guidance to CEU Juneau Project Managers. Conduct comprehensive technical reviews of professional studies, reports and analysis. Collaborate with managers, other engineers/architects, construction project managers, legal staff, contract specialists and or contractor personnel, and provides advice and insight on the resolution of unique and/or complex engineering problems and disputes. Provide technical reviews and review comments for project designs, including Design-Build and Design-Bid-Build efforts. Provide technical responses for A/E and contractor requests for information and coordinates with CEU Juneau Project Manager in developing Scopes of Work for required contract modifications. Provide facility condition assessments and evaluations throughout D17. Travel (potential for overnight) to meet with CEU Juneau staff and review contract performance is required. Other travel may include occasional travel to operational & construction sites in USCG District 17 Area of Responsibility (D17 AOR Alaska Maritime Region). Qualifications Requires a minimum of five (5+) years of work experience in the civil, electrical, mechanical, or structural engineering field and BA/BS degree in related field. Ten (10+) years of experience and MA/MS degree in related field preferred. Must have demonstrated mastery of civil engineering concepts, principles, and practices. Experience in National Codes and Mechanical Engineering sub-disciplines (including heating, air conditioning, ventilation, plumbing, fuel systems, tanks, pumps, piping, steam, and minor structural, etc.) is required. Licensed Professional Engineer or other industry-standard professional license related to position highly desirable. Experience with design work for conditions in the D17 AOR (high seismic, high-wind and coastal maritime climate conditions), AutoCAD drafting skills, developing/reviewing technical packages for Design-Build, Design-Bid-Build and performance specifications is highly desirable. Preferred candidates will have a mechanical or electrical engineering background with at least five (5+) years of experience in facility repair and restoration experience and strong AutoCAD and Autodesk Civil3D experience WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is primarily sedentary and is performed in a normal office environment. The contractor may be exposed to risks associated with field work which may include moderate stress such as being exposed to adverse weather, riding in small aircraft, climbing ladders, crawling under buildings, etc. Physical Demands: • Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds • Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time • Must be able to twist, bend, and squat periodically SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to obtain a clearance at the Public Trust level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Public Trust clearance at this location.
01/06/2026
Full time
Overview INTERDISCIPLINARY ENGINEER (USCG): Bowhead is seeking a Interdisciplinary Engineer to provide civil engineering services to United States Coast Guard (USCG) Civil Engineering Unit (CEU) Juneau. Position is located at USCG CEU in Juneau, AK, in support of projects throughout the 17th Coast Guard District (D17) area of responsibility (AOR). Services include independent technical reviews, project scope development, field investigation, planning, specifications, drawings, cost estimating, problem and conflict resolution, scheduling and design production, and facility condition assessments. Responsibilities Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Provide civil engineering services for the CEU Juneau in support of work associated with projects on the Advanced Acquisition Plan and other inserted projects. Provide civil engineering trouble-shooting and/or consultations, providing technical and project advice and guidance to CEU Juneau Project Managers. Conduct comprehensive technical reviews of professional studies, reports and analysis. Collaborate with managers, other engineers/architects, construction project managers, legal staff, contract specialists and or contractor personnel, and provides advice and insight on the resolution of unique and/or complex engineering problems and disputes. Provide technical reviews and review comments for project designs, including Design-Build and Design-Bid-Build efforts. Provide technical responses for A/E and contractor requests for information and coordinates with CEU Juneau Project Manager in developing Scopes of Work for required contract modifications. Provide facility condition assessments and evaluations throughout D17. Travel (potential for overnight) to meet with CEU Juneau staff and review contract performance is required. Other travel may include occasional travel to operational & construction sites in USCG District 17 Area of Responsibility (D17 AOR Alaska Maritime Region). Qualifications Requires a minimum of five (5+) years of work experience in the civil, electrical, mechanical, or structural engineering field and BA/BS degree in related field. Ten (10+) years of experience and MA/MS degree in related field preferred. Must have demonstrated mastery of civil engineering concepts, principles, and practices. Experience in National Codes and Mechanical Engineering sub-disciplines (including heating, air conditioning, ventilation, plumbing, fuel systems, tanks, pumps, piping, steam, and minor structural, etc.) is required. Licensed Professional Engineer or other industry-standard professional license related to position highly desirable. Experience with design work for conditions in the D17 AOR (high seismic, high-wind and coastal maritime climate conditions), AutoCAD drafting skills, developing/reviewing technical packages for Design-Build, Design-Bid-Build and performance specifications is highly desirable. Preferred candidates will have a mechanical or electrical engineering background with at least five (5+) years of experience in facility repair and restoration experience and strong AutoCAD and Autodesk Civil3D experience WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is primarily sedentary and is performed in a normal office environment. The contractor may be exposed to risks associated with field work which may include moderate stress such as being exposed to adverse weather, riding in small aircraft, climbing ladders, crawling under buildings, etc. Physical Demands: • Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds • Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time • Must be able to twist, bend, and squat periodically SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to obtain a clearance at the Public Trust level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Public Trust clearance at this location.
Bowhead / UIC Technical Services
Dahlgren, Virginia
Overview Sensor Systems Engineering and Technical Support (SSETS) Landing Page (SSETS-3): Bowhead is seeking to network with individuals to join our team for newly awarded contract effort to provide engineering and technical support services to support NSWCDD at the warfare center, test facilities,Contractor facilities, and in the field. This support shall be provided in the general Sensor Work Areas of: RequirementsDevelopment, Systems Engineering, Analysis, Modeling, Hardware Design, Signal Processing, Sensor Operation, Test and Evaluation,Sensor Certification, and Sensor Requirement Verification. This position does not allow for telecommuting and all work will be performed on-site in Dahlgren, VA. Responsibilities List of open positions Aegis/Spy Certification Lead Engineer Aegis/Spy RADAR Engineer Combat Systems RADAR Engineer/Scientist Journeyman Engineer/Scientist Production G/ATOR Engineer RADAR Modeling and Simulation Engineer RADAR Systems Engineer RADAR Systems Spectrum Engineer System Testing Engineer/Scientist Qualifications Bachelor's degree from a school of engineering with at least one curriculum accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) as a professional engineering curriculum in one of the following fields: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineer, Electronics Engineering.or Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following fields of study: Mathematics, Computer Science, or Physics. or Master's degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following fields of study: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineer, Electronics Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or Physics. or Ph.D degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following fields of study: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineer, Electronics Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or Physics. Experience with either or both of: AN/SPY-1, AN/SPY-6 AEGIS experience required Basic level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 10 to 25 pounds Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.
01/06/2026
Full time
Overview Sensor Systems Engineering and Technical Support (SSETS) Landing Page (SSETS-3): Bowhead is seeking to network with individuals to join our team for newly awarded contract effort to provide engineering and technical support services to support NSWCDD at the warfare center, test facilities,Contractor facilities, and in the field. This support shall be provided in the general Sensor Work Areas of: RequirementsDevelopment, Systems Engineering, Analysis, Modeling, Hardware Design, Signal Processing, Sensor Operation, Test and Evaluation,Sensor Certification, and Sensor Requirement Verification. This position does not allow for telecommuting and all work will be performed on-site in Dahlgren, VA. Responsibilities List of open positions Aegis/Spy Certification Lead Engineer Aegis/Spy RADAR Engineer Combat Systems RADAR Engineer/Scientist Journeyman Engineer/Scientist Production G/ATOR Engineer RADAR Modeling and Simulation Engineer RADAR Systems Engineer RADAR Systems Spectrum Engineer System Testing Engineer/Scientist Qualifications Bachelor's degree from a school of engineering with at least one curriculum accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) as a professional engineering curriculum in one of the following fields: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineer, Electronics Engineering.or Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following fields of study: Mathematics, Computer Science, or Physics. or Master's degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following fields of study: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineer, Electronics Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or Physics. or Ph.D degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following fields of study: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineer, Electronics Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or Physics. Experience with either or both of: AN/SPY-1, AN/SPY-6 AEGIS experience required Basic level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 10 to 25 pounds Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.