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Electrical Engineer Data Acquisition - Aircraft Systems

Analytical Mechanics Associates
Hampton, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/20/2026
Job Description

AMA is currently accepting applications to meet requirements from the NASA Research Services Directorate in support of the Aircraft Engineering Branch (AEB) at the NASA Langley Research Center. AEB provides support to science research teams, providing modifications to a wide variety of aircraft to integrate airborne science instrumentation. This work requires knowledge of the aircraft systems such that modifications can be done safely, mitigating system hazards, and maintaining airworthiness while meeting the science objectives. The selected candidate will become an integral part of the AEB team working closely with the researchers and branch personnel on location at the NASA LaRC in Hampton, Virginia.

Salary for this position will range from $85,000-$135,000 to be determined by education and experience relative to the required qualifications.

Job Responsibilities

  • Serve as a technical expert across aircraft systems from an electrical capacity and data acquisition perspective, including GPS, power systems, avionics, radios, navigation and tracking systems and communications data links.
  • Work as part of a multi-discipline team designing the aircraft modifications for science instrument incorporation in a timely and safe manner.
  • Creation and presentation of approved manufacturing and installation drawing for the electrical components and electrical systems using industry standard software for airworthiness and engineering reviews.
  • Interface with customers to derive and track overall requirements for the customized system, providing written and verbal briefings on project status.
  • Opportunities to serve as Mission Lead Engineer regarding aircraft modifications and/or instrument integration, from installation to removal of hardware.
  • Travel in support of flight missions up to three times a year up to three weeks at a time in support of the NASA research flight mission.

Requirements

  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent with 2-3 years of demonstrated experience in capacity analysis
  • Preferred background in aircraft modifications, maintenance, data acquisition systems
  • Knowledge in data acquisition systems and their integration into the overall system
  • Demonstrated use and knowledge of standard CAD software systems for system design
  • Ability to communicate with a wide range of personnel across domains including science, engineering, and management
  • Effective communications skills (writing and verbal) for requirements gathering, project briefings, review board presentations
  • Ability to develop and maintain project schedules
  • US Person is required for this position

This position requires U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residence.

Analytical Mechanics Associates (AMA) is proud of our customer relationships, our diverse and dynamic work environment, and our employees' career satisfaction. AMA is a small business with a wide reach; headquartered in Hampton, VA, AMA has operations in Greenbelt, MD; Huntsville, AL; Dallas and Houston, TX; Denver, CO; Mountain View, CA; and Edwards Air Force Base, CA. With over 60 years of experience, AMA specializes in aerospace engineering, science, analytics, information technology, and visualization solutions. AMA combines the best of engineering, science, and mathematics capabilities with the latest in information technologies, visualization, and multimedia to build creative solutions. We offer competitive salaries and a substantial benefits package, including but not limited to paid personal and federally recognized holiday leave, salary deferrals into a 401(k)-matching plan with immediate vesting, tuition reimbursement, short/long term disability plans, and a variety of medical, dental, and vision insurance options.

AMA is committed to the professional growth of every employee, understanding that the successes of our employees drive our success. We provide a work environment that is engaging, collaborative, and supportive. To learn more about our company, please visit our website at www.ama-inc.com/careers and follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.

AMA is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited under federal, state, or local laws.

Salary : $85,000 - $135,000

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