Entry Level Staff Engineer

KTA-Tator, Inc.

$70K — $100K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizenship and willingness to obtain a government security clearance required.
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or science required.
  • Entry-level to 5 years of relevant experience considered.
  • Experience with industrial coating applications and cathodic protection design desired.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and effective in both collaborative and independent work environments.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills required, with samples requested.
  • Experience with laboratory test equipment and familiarity with electronic and mechanical systems highly desired.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with technical staff on projects for the Department of Defense and other clients.
  • Assist with field inspections, demonstrations, and proof of concept testing.
  • Conduct research and literature reviews as necessary for projects.
  • Perform data entry and analysis to support project objectives.
  • Prepare presentations and write specifications for various project needs.
  • Design and prototype devices as part of project development.
  • Manage project oversight and responsibilities as required by assignments.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay with a comprehensive benefits package.
  • Two retirement plans: ESOP & 401K.
  • Casual and friendly workplace environment.
  • Dedication to employee dignity and respect.
  • Opportunities for telework for self-starters.
  • Employee-owned company culture promoting diverse perspectives.
Full Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION:
  • A successful candidate will work with other technical staff on various projects for the Department of Defense and other government and commercial clients. Projects the Engineer will immediately support tangibly improve military readiness by addressing and preventing corrosion on air, ground, and sea weapons systems, naval vessels as well as infrastructure assets.
  • Duties vary by project assignment; examples include assisting with field inspections and demonstrations, proof of concept testing, research/literature reviews, data entry/analysis, development of presentations, specification writing, design of prototype devis, and project management/oversight.
  • As the successful candidate gains experience at Elzly, they can expect increasing levels of technical and management responsibility on larger and more complex projects, and more client interaction (position responsibilities and compensation will be commensurate with successful candidate's level of experience).

JOB REQUIREMENTS:
  • Travel will be required and varies by job assignment (expected minimum of 33%) - required.
    • Travel will be local (greater Delaware, Maryland, Virginia area) and nationwide, with the possibility of international travel based on work assignments.
  • Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen and be willing to pursue (or have) a Government security clearance - required.
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or science - required.
  • Entry level to up to 5 years of experience are being considered.
  • Experience with industrial coating application and/or inspections and cathodic protection (CP) design and/or inspection - desired.
  • Experience in corrosion, coatings, or materials science in addition to prior Military experience - highly desired.
  • Candidates must have excellent written and/or verbal communication skills; writing samples will be requested if not submitted with the resume - required.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office in addition to the ability to work effectively both collaboratively and independently, including in a remote environment - required.
  • The candidate should have demonstratable experience with the use of basic hand tools and familiarity with electronic and mechanical systems, and laboratory test equipment - highly desired.
  • Experience with LabVIEW, CAD/3D modeling, Minitab, computer programming, and electronic circuitry - desired.
This position at Elzly will be performed primarily at our Reston, VA office, as well as at our customer's facilities and other off-site locations (e.g., military installations, bridges/highway structures, etc.). Elzly has a telework structure that may be offered to motivated individuals and self-starters commensurate with the ability of the candidate to work independently and effectively in a remote environment. The expectation is that a majority of the work for this position will take place in one of our offices, or at our client sites allowing the successful candidate to work collaboratively with other Elzly staff.

Salary range: $70,000-$100,000 annually with comprehensive benefits package. Salary is based on experience and position level.

Physical Requirements
Close, distance, color, and depth vision, manual dexterity (to handle small objects, instruments, or gages), ability to adjust focus, comfortable working at heights and working from a ladder or lift occasionally, ability to safely lift 20 pounds, walk on uneven ground or terrain, work in confined spaces, crawl for extended periods of time, enter 24 inch diameter space, hear, work outside (including inclement weather), wear a respirator, speak and smell.

Elzly offers competitive pay, great benefits, including two fantastic retirement plans (ESOP & 401K), and is a casual, friendly workplace, where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are proud to be a 100% employee-owned company voted a 2024 Top Workplace in Pittsburgh! KTA is a company run with family-inspired values and ethics, where diverse perspectives, experiences, and capabilities are embraced and valued. The employees of KTA are dedicated to making each other, the company and our clients successful. We believe that serving our clients as we want to be served results in long-lasting business relationships. We are committed to helping you take your career to a new and exciting level. At KTA, you'll work, learn from, and become one of the best in the industry.

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