Engineers to support our EMALS/AAG teams in Lakehurst, NJ!

Job ID: 2618694
Location: Lakehurst, NJ, US
Date Posted: 2026-11-02
Category: Engineering and Sciences
Subcategory: Systems Engineer
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes - 10% of the time
Minimum Clearance Required: Interim_Secret
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret
Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE
Description
We are seeking highly motivated Engineers to join our team, supporting the design, development, troubleshooting, testing, and in-service support of the Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System (EMALS) and/or the Advanced Arresting Gear (AAG). These critical systems are key to naval aircraft carrier operations, utilizing advanced electromagnetic and modular technologies to ensure reliable aircraft launches and recoveries.
This role is suited for mid-level professionals (5+ years of experience), offering opportunities to work on cutting-edge defense technologies. Candidates should possess strong electrical engineering expertise, demonstrate resilience in challenging environments, and be ready to travel, including internationally and aboard naval vessels, to provide hands-on system support.
Positions available:

• Systems Engineer
• Electrical Engineer
• Mechanical Engineer
• Program Analyst

About EMALS/AAG:
EMALS is a state-of-the-art electromagnetic aircraft launch system employed on Ford-class aircraft carriers, and AAG is a modular system designed for the controlled recovery of naval aircraft. These systems are critical to national security and the operational success of the U.S. Navy's aircraft carriers.
If you are passionate about advanced engineering, defense systems, and contributing to national security, we encourage you to apply and join our impactful team!
Qualifications
?TYPICAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelors and 2-5 years or more experience
• A minimum of an Interim Secret clearance is required to begin work
• Experience with any of the following:
  AAG (Advanced Arresting Gear)
  EMALS (Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System)
  Aircraft launch & recovery systems
  CVN integration
  Ship integration engineering
  Electromechanical systems
  High-energy launch systems
  Shipboard power systems
  Motion control systems
  Automated Test Equipment (ATE / CASS / eCASS)
  Linear induction motor systems
  High-voltage distribution
  Servo control systems
  Electro-hydraulic systems
  CCA/PCB fault isolation

Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
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