Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Secret

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Electronics Engineering

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Cross-Functional Teamwork, Design, Electronic Circuitry, Electronic Equipment, Emerging Technologies

Certifications:

None

Experience:

0 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

GDIT is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Entry-Level Electrical Engineer to support the development and integration of electrical systems for naval defense applications, specifically focusing on the MK 41 Vertical Launching System (VLS) in Port Hueneme, California. The ideal candidate will assist in system design, testing, and troubleshooting while ensuring compliance with industry and military standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in the electrical design, integration, and testing of the MK 41 VLS and related subsystems.

Support system architecture development, including power distribution, control systems, and communication interfaces.

Perform electrical and electronic component analysis, circuit design, and schematic development.

Work closely with software, mechanical, and systems engineering teams to ensure seamless integration.

Conduct troubleshooting, diagnostics, and performance testing of electrical systems.

Assist in developing technical documentation, including system schematics, wiring diagrams, and test procedures.

Ensure compliance with relevant military and industry standards

Participate in design reviews and contribute innovative solutions to enhance system performance and reliability.

Support laboratory and field-testing activities, including system verification and validation.

Qualifications & Skills:

US Citizen

Ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.

0-2 years of relevant experience (internships or co-op experience in defense or aerospace preferred).

Skill to design, verify, and test electrical designs and electronic circuits

Ability to produce well written technical documentation

Capable of working and communicating in a cross functional team  

Experience with power meters and oscilloscopes

Knowledge of communication/power cables, integrated circuits, and coding software

Preferred Qualifications:

Exposure to MK 41 VLS design, integration, or maintenance.

Experience with naval combat systems, weapons integration, or fire control systems.

Hands-on experience with electrical testing and measurement equipment.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home

401K with company match

Comprehensive health and wellness packages

Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career

Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications

Cutting-edge technology you can learn from

Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

The likely salary range for this position is $69,264 - $80,500. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

25-50%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA CA Port Hueneme

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans