Cruz Associates Inc. of Yorktown, VA has an open position and is looking for qualified candidates for an Chemical Engineer. The job location is at the Naval Surface Warfare Center in Indian Head, MD. Interested applicants should apply by clicking the following link: Chemical Engineer, completing the online application and uploading their resumes.

Scope of Performance: Perform project engineering duties to include: preparation of cost proposals, planning project execution, providing technical oversight, preparing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), ensuring quality requirements are met, developing engineering solutions to problems, preparing specifications, and communicating project results to management and other team members.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ability to use intermediate engineering/scientific techniques, requirements, methods, sources, and procedures in a specialty area.
• Intermediate knowledge of analytical, evaluative, and problem solving necessary to perform professional scientific/engineering work.
• Ability to participate and assist in planning and coordinating individual assignments to meet project goals.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge in physics, math, and science.
• Knowledge in chemicals and their safe use, storage, and disposal.

Education and Experience – Required: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Ability or obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
• Ability to perform light travel depending on work specifications.
• Ability to work in a production environment.
• Must complete and maintain Qualification/Certification status.

Cruz Associates Inc. of Yorktown, VA has a position open and is looking for qualified candidates for an Electrical Engineer.  The job location is the Naval Surface Warfare Center in Indian Head, MD. Interested applicants should apply by clicking the following link: Electrical Engineer, completing the online application and uploading their resumes.

 

Scope:  Provide electrical engineering analysis and support services for industrial operations and manufacturing.

Responsibilities: 

• Experience in Industrial operations and manufacturing.
• Review of schematics and controls drawings.
• Performance and evaluation of equipment start up plans.
• Review of facility designs for compliance with energetic requirements.
• Designs, develops, and manage all aspects of electrical control systems, equipment, and machinery.
• May be responsible for the installation and technical support of PLC based hardware and software.
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within field.

Education and Experience Requirements: 

• Experience in developing system descriptions and developing Technical Data Packages.
• Bachelor of Science (BS) in electrical engineering or electrical engineer technology.
• Ability to obtain Secret or Interim Secret security clearance.

Cruz Associates, Inc. of Yorktown VA has an open position and is looking for qualified candidates for an Industrial Engineer. The job location is at the Naval Surface Warfare Center in Indian Head, MD.  Interested applicants should apply by clicking the following link: Industrial Engineer, completing the online application and uploading their resumes.

 

Scope of Performance: This position is that of an Industrial Engineer, Indian Head Naval Surface Warfare Center, MD. This position will be full-time and onsite (40 hrs. weekly). Industrial engineers will focus on improving systems, processes and efficiency across new and existing operations.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with design reviews, installation quality control and safety documentation preparation
• Support and coordinate facility projects following strict scheduling guidelines
• Manage day-to-day operations for equipment commissioning and start up plans for various energetic production facilities

• Knowledge of hazardous material handling and industrial processing technology
• Manage and maintain meeting minutes and action tracking to ensure efficient operations
• Ability to manage quality plans and reports for process improvements for data analysis and policy development
• Lead or support design integrated systems ensuring everything works efficiently
• Understand hazard analysis techniques and safety documentation as required to successfully accomplish tasking
• Utilize software tools to simulate processes and predict outcomes before implanting changes in real time
• Work alongside process improvement teams to streamline production and energetic systems

 

Education and Experience – REQUIRED:

• S. Citizen
• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or closely related field
• 5+ years’ experience in industrial engineering or related field
• Vast knowledge in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Ability to gain/maintain Secret Clearance
• Strong analytic skills in data analysis tools and software

Cruz Associates, Inc. of Yorktown, Virginia has an open position for qualified candidates for an Industrial Maintenance Technician I. The job location is at the Indian Head Naval Surface Warfare Center, Maryland.  Interested applicants should apply by clicking the following link: Industrial Maintenance Technician I, completing the online application and uploading their resumes.

 

Scope of Performance: Qualified technician to support maintenance, repair, and installation of explosive and chemical processing equipment. Technicians will work in all explosive and chemical processing areas as determined by management or COR.  Technicians shall be subject to physical examinations and certification requirements. This position will include the possibility of overtime and shift work depending on operational needs.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on industrial equipment and facility systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control system issues.
• Diagnose equipment failures and implement timely, cost-effective repairs to minimize downtime.
• Conduct routine inspections to identify potential equipment failures before they impact operations.
• Install, modify, and maintain production equipment, machinery, and support systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, technical manuals, and wiring diagrams.
• Perform equipment alignments, bearing replacements, belt and chain adjustments, and lubrication activities.
• Assist with equipment upgrades, facility improvement projects, and new equipment installations.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and inventory of repair parts.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures, and company policies.
• Collaborate with production personnel to improve equipment reliability and operational efficiency.
• Respond to emergency maintenance calls and support production during equipment breakdowns.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

 

Education and Experience – Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to gain/maintain a Secret Clearance
• Ability to pass Explosives Handler physical and respirator fit test
• Ability to pass Ammo-18 Certification class
• Pipefitting/electrical/hydraulic experience required. Licenses are a plus
• Ability to lift heavy objects (up to 75lbs)

Cruz Associates Inc. of Yorktown, VA has open positions for qualified candidates for an Journeyman Electrician. The job location is at the Naval Surface Warfare Center in Indian Head, MD.  Interested applicants should apply by clicking the following link: Journeyman Electrician, completing the online application and uploading their resumes.

 

Scope of Performance: Qualified Industrial Maintenance Technician-Electrician to support maintenance, repair, and installation of explosive and chemical processing equipment. Technician will work in all explosive and chemical processing areas as determined by management or COR.  Technician shall be subject to physical examinations and certification requirements. Technician will also support varying shifts including night shifts.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Inspects test and modifies control panels for operation of ordnance industrial equipment such as cutting machine, bradding machine, mixers, presses, extruding equipment, stress test equipment and real time x-ray equipment
• In industrial areas performs, testing, maintains, trouble shoots and deferred maintenance repairs electrical power lines, cables, lighting equipment, and associated components, including raceways, supports, wiring switches, outlets, light fixture, fuse boxes, circuit breakers and panels, transformers, computer circuits and various motors and fans
• Maintains explosion proof/general purpose electrical/electronic industrial equipment, such as manual and magnetic motor starters, transformers, surge suppressers, sequential relay cabinets, overload phase protectors and controllers of all types
• Test, trouble shoot, maintain, and restores to service an array of non-standard industrial equipment and systems. These include vibration test systems, safety interlock systems for hazardous operations, explosive grain cutting machinery with remote controls, explosive braiding machinery, power conditioning systems, energy management systems, and electronically controlled uninterrupted power supplies.   Use various tools and test equipment, such as multi-meters protective relay testers, and ammeters
• Adept in requirements of National Electrical Code
• Ability to read blueprints and blueprint symbols

 

Education and Experience:

• Master’s or Journeyman’s License preferred, can be supplemented with experience
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to pass explosives handler physical and respirator fit test
• Ability to pass Ammo-18 certification class
• Sound technical and computer skills
• Sufficient knowledge of mathematics
• Ability to lift heavy objects (up to 75 lbs.)

Cruz Associates Inc. of Yorktown, VA has an open position and is looking for qualified candidates for an Machinist. The job location is at the Naval Surface Warfare Center in Indian Head, MD.  Interested applicants should apply by clicking the following link: Machinist, completing the online application and uploading their resumes.

Scope of Performance: This position is that of an Ordnance Technician II-Machinist, Naval Surface Warfare Center, Indian Head MD. This position will be full-time technician, including shift work, and shall be subject to physical examinations and certification requirements. Technician will work in all explosive and chemical processing areas as determined by management or COR. Technician shall be subject to physical examinations and certification requirements. Technician MUST be able to support varying shifts including swing and night shifts at the request of management or COR.

Key Responsibilities:

•    Perform a variety of duties that include, but not limited to, operation of energetic equipment, operation of energetic transport vehicles, and storage of energetic material

•    Responsible for inspection of energetic/hazardous material

•    Understanding and utilizing hazardous waste practices for transport and storage

•    Maintain records/track shipments of energetic/material

•    Responsible for following Standard Operating Procedures for production of energetic/hazardous material

•    Use of equipment including, but not limited to, forklifts, trucks, and other various lifting equipment

•    Maintain an accurate inventory of assets utilizing automated information systems and/or paper logbooks

•    Assists fellow departments to streamline flow of materials

•    Follow written procedures, guidelines, and standard operating procedures

Education and Experience – Required: 

•    High School Diploma or equivalent

•    CNC and manual machining experience required

•    CNC Programming strongly desired

•    U.S. Citizen and valid driver’s license

•    Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance

•    Ability to pass Ammo-18 Certification class

•    Ability to work with automated computer systems

•    Ability to communicate with all levels of personnel, both military and private industry

Cruz Associates Inc. of Yorktown, VA  has a position open and is looking for qualified candidates for an Mechanical Engineer.  The job location is the Naval Surface Warfare Center in Indian Head, MD. Interested applicants should apply by clicking the following link: Mechanical Engineer, completing the online application and uploading their resumes.

Scope:  Provide mechanical engineering analysis and support services for industrial operations and manufacturing.

Responsibilities: 

• Experience in Industrial operations and manufacturing
• Review of facility designs for compliance with energetic requirements.
• Review of drawings for compliance with energetic manufacturing to include controls, schematics, and structural drawings.
• Ability to evaluate step by step processes and identify hazards.
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within field
• Designs, develops, and tests all aspects of mechanical components, equipment, and machinery.
• Applies knowledge of engineering principles to design products such as engines, instruments, controls, robots, machines, etc.
• Conducts product testing and creates models and prototypes.
• Some fabrication involved, operation, application, installation, and/or repair of mechanical products.
• Provides leadership and guidance to a functional area and the organization.
• Advisory role on complex and challenging projects and initiatives
• Work is highly independent.
• Explosives Operations (Preferred)

Education and Experience Requirements: 

• Experience in developing system descriptions and developing Technical Data Packages.
• Bachelor of Science (BS) in mechanical engineering or mechanical engineer technology.
• Ability to obtain Secret or Interim Secret security clearance.

Cruz Associates Inc. of Yorktown, VA has an open position and is looking for qualified candidates for a Ordnance Inventory Technician-CDL Driver. The job location is at the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Indian Head MD. Interested applicants should apply by clicking the following link: Ordnance Inventory Technician-CDL Driver, completing the online application and uploading their resumes.

 

Scope of Performance: We are seeking a professional and safety-focused Over-the-Road (OTR) CDL Driver to support the transportation of ordnance-related materials, equipment, and associated assets to military installations, government facilities, and customer locations throughout the United States. This position requires extensive overnight travel, strict adherence to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, and the ability to safely transport sensitive government property while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and compliance. This position will be full-time technician, including overtime and some shift work, and shall be subject to Department of Transportation physical examinations and certification requirements.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely transport ordnance-related materials, equipment, and government assets in accordance with DOT, FMCSA, and company policies.
• Conduct pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections of tractors, trailers, and cargo.
• Ensure all shipments are properly secured and transported in accordance with applicable regulations and customer requirements.
• Maintain accurate driver logs, inspection reports, shipping documents, bills of lading, and other required records.
• Verify cargo against shipping documentation and report discrepancies immediately.
• Coordinate delivery schedules with dispatch, project managers, and customer representatives.
• Maintain compliance with Hours of Service (HOS) requirements and electronic logging device (ELD) regulations.
• Perform basic vehicle inspections and coordinate maintenance or repairs as needed.
• Follow all security procedures when transporting government property and sensitive materials.
• Represent the company professionally while interacting with military personnel, government customers, and commercial partners.
• Assist with loading and unloading cargo when required.
• Respond appropriately to changing schedules, weather conditions, and transportation challenges while maintaining safe operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

 

Education and Experience – Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Class A Commercial Drivers License with HAZMAT endorsement
• Minimum of three years of recent over-the-road driving experience
• Strong understanding of DOT and FMCSA regulations
• Clean driving record with the ability to meet company insurability requirements
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance
• Ability to pass Ammo-18 Certification class
• Ability to work with automated computer systems
• Ability to communicate with all levels of personnel, both military and private industry

Cruz Associates Inc. of Yorktown, VA has an open position and is looking for qualified candidates for an Ordnance Technician I. The job location is at the Naval Surface Warfare Center in Indian Head, MD. Interested applicants should apply by clicking the following link: Ordnance Technician I, completing the online application and uploading their resumes.

Scope of Performance: This position is that of an Ordnance Technician I, Naval Surface Warfare Center, Indian Head MD. This position will be full-time technician, including shift work, and shall be subject to Department of Transportation physical examinations and certification requirements. Technician will work in all explosive and chemical processing areas as determined by management or COR. Technician MUST be able to support varying shifts including swing and night shifts at the request of management or COR.

 

Key Responsibilities:
• Perform a variety of duties that include, but not limited to, operation of energetic equipment, operation of energetic transport vehicles, and storage of energetic material
• Responsible for inspection of energetic and hazardous material
• Understanding and utilizing hazardous waste practices for transport and storage per base and state/federal regulations
• Maintain records and track shipments of energetic and hazardous material
• Responsible for following Standard Operating Procedures for production of energetic/hazardous material
• Use of equipment including, but not limited to, forklifts, trucks, and other various lifting equipment for transportation of energetic and hazardous materials
• Maintain an accurate inventory of assets utilizing automated information systems and/or paper logbooks
• Assists fellow departments to streamline flow of materials
• Follow written procedures, guidelines, and standard operating procedures (SOP)

 

Education and Experience – Required:
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in ordnance or weapons systems a plus
• Inventory, warehouse, and/or hands on experience a plus
• U.S. Citizen and valid driver’s license
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance
• Ability to wear, utilize, and maintain respirator qualification
• Ability to pass Ammo-18 Certification class
• Ability to work with automated computer systems and Microsoft Office products
• Ability to communicate with all levels of personnel, both military and private industry

Cruz Associates Inc. of Yorktown, VA has an open position and is looking for qualified candidates for a Pipe Insulation Technician. The job location is at the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Indian Head MD Interested applicants should apply by clicking the following link: Pipe Insulation Technician, completing the online application and uploading their resumes.

 

Scope of Performance: The Pipe Insulation Technician is responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining insulation systems on piping, ductwork, vessels, tanks, and related mechanical equipment to meet project specifications, safety standards, and customer requirements. This position requires the ability to interpret drawings, measure and fabricate insulation materials, and perform work in industrial, commercial, and government environments while maintaining high standards of quality and workmanship. This position will be full-time technician, including overtime and some shift work, and shall be subject to Department of Transportation physical examinations and certification requirements.

 

Key Responsibilities:

 

• Install thermal, acoustic, and protective insulation on piping, valves, fittings, ductwork, tanks, vessels, and mechanical equipment.
• Measure, cut, fabricate, and install insulation materials including fiberglass, mineral wool, elastomeric foam, calcium silicate, and other specified materials.
• Install protective jacketing and vapor barriers using aluminum, stainless steel, PVC, or other approved materials.
• Read and interpret blueprints, isometric drawings, work packages, and technical specifications.
• Prepare surfaces for insulation installation and remove/replace damaged insulation as required.
• Seal joints, seams, and penetrations to ensure proper thermal performance and moisture protection.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and specialized insulation equipment safely and efficiently.
• Inspect completed work to ensure compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and applicable codes.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with company policies and OSHA requirements.
• Identify material shortages, quality concerns, and potential safety hazards, and report them to supervision.
• Work effectively with supervisors, project managers, quality personnel, and other trades to support project completion.
• Complete required documentation, including daily work reports, material usage, and quality records.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

 

Education and Experience – Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience installing industrial or commercial pipe insulation
• Ability to read measuring devices, blueprints, and technical drawings
• S. Citizen and valid driver’s license
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance
• Ability to pass Ammo-18 Certification class
• Ability to work with automated computer systems
• Ability to communicate with all levels of personnel, both military and private industry

Cruz Associates, Inc. of Yorktown, Virginia has an open position for qualified candidates for a Senior Electronics Technician. The job location is at the Indian Head Naval Surface Warfare Center, Maryland.  Interested applicants should apply by clicking the following link: Senior Electronics Technician, completing the online application and uploading their resumes.

Scope of Performance: Candidates will possess extensive knowledge of electronic systems, troubleshooting, testing, repair, and preventative maintenance. This position is responsible for diagnosing complex electronic issues, supporting system integration, mentoring junior technicians, and ensuring mission equipment meets quality and operational standards. This position requires you to pass a Department of Transportation physical. This position is an on-site position.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair complex electronic equipment and systems
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on electronic assemblies, instrumentation, and support equipment
• Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, technical manuals, and engineering drawings
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, soldering iron, etc.
• Read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, technical manuals, and wiring diagrams.
• Utilize oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, signal generators, and other electronic test equipment
• Identify root causes of equipment failures and recommend corrective actions
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, tools, and inventory of repair parts.
• Must have experience with computer configurations, setup, and troubleshooting
• Collaborate with production personnel to improve equipment reliability and operational efficiency. Including put not limited to system upgrades, prototype testing, and equipment modifications
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior technicians
• Support field operations is requested by the customer
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

 

Education and Experience – Required:

• Associates degree in Electronics Technology or related technical field. Equivalent military training or experience may be substituted
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience as an electronics technician
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying environmental conditions
• Ability to gain/maintain Secret Security Clearance
• Ability to pass Explosives Handler physical and respirator fit test
• Ability to pass Ammo-18 Certification class
• Ability to lift heavy objects (up to 50lbs)

Cruz Associates Inc. of Yorktown, VA (www.cruzinc.us) has a position open and is looking for qualified candidates for an Electrical Designer I.  The job location is Joint Base Langley Eustis (JBLE), Virginia in support of the U.S. Army Development Command’s Technology Development Directorate – Aviation (TDD-A). Interested applicants should apply by clicking the following link: Electrical Designer I, completing the online application and uploading their resumes.

Scope:  Provide support designing and drafting Technical Data Packages (TDP’s) for electrical wiring of component level mission hardware. The 3D designs are developed in and managed within the Windchill program.  Electrical Design work may be conducted independently or as a member of a larger team of designers and engineers.

Responsibilities:

• Design and drafting of block interconnect and schematic diagrams for box level systems.
• Modeling of 3-D harness assemblies for drawings and depiction of routing in aircraft.
• Drafting of wire, RF cable, and harness assembly drawings for use in prototype and production fabrication.
• Use of parametric capabilities to transfer schematic info to harness and use to create conductor details and parts lists.
• Organize products in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system and maintain revision control.
• Occasional use of ability to produce electro-mechanical parts.
• Follow-up and collaboration with fabrication and installation teams to maintain design intent.
• Possible travel <5% for survey and system development.
• Other duties as required.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Ability to obtain an Interim Secret / Secret security clearance.
• Associate of Applied Science degree in Computer-Aided Drafting and Design Technology with courses in Electronic Drafting or equivalent.
• Successful completion of post-secondary education in computer aided design (CAD) software, preferably Creo Parametric, Schematics and Cabling. Acceptable alternatives include Pro/E Wildfire, Solidworks, NX, and equivalents.
• Experience with PLM software, preferably Windchill. Acceptable alternatives include Team Center, SharePoint, and equivalents, desired.
• Familiarity with SAE AS 50881 – Wiring Aerospace Vehicles or similar industry specifications, desired.
• Familiarity with MIL-STD-704 – Aviation Power Systems, desired.
• Familiarity with military specifications on connectors and wiring for aviation platforms, desired.

Salary Range: $80,000.00 To $140,000.00 Annually

 

Cruz Associates Inc. of Yorktown, VA (www.cruzinc.us) has a position open and is looking for qualified candidates for an Electrical Engineer. The job location is Joint Base Langley Eustis (JBLE), Virginia in support of the U.S. Army Development Command’s Technology Development Directorate – Aviation (TDD-A). Interested applicants should apply by clicking the following link: Electrical Engineer, completing the online application and uploading their resumes.

 

Scope: Provide electrical engineering analysis and support services for multiple Army and Special Operations aircraft and their associated mission equipment. Successful performance requires knowledge of aircraft and component level design, qualification and testing specifications and methods and airworthiness requirements. Areas of focus include system electrical design support; instrumentation electrical design; electrical loads analysis (ELA) of new systems, instrumentation, electrical testing (EMC/EMI) support; laboratory/bench test development and testing; producing ELA reports suitable for airworthiness approval; and supporting flight testing by developing instrumentation plans and interpreting flight test data.

Responsibilities: 

• Develop multiple ELA reports and flight test instrumentation plans for multiple aircraft projects.
• Evaluate electrical systems and products by designing and conducting research programs.
• Apply knowledge of electrical theory and materials.
• Confirm system and product specifications by designing feasibility and testing methods.
• Ensure system and product quality by evaluating testing methods; by testing finished- product and system capabilities; and by confirming fabrication, assembly, and installation processes.
• Perform engineering design evaluations.
• Identify and assist with documentation of functional requirements for assigned projects.
• Analyze research and development plans.
• Conduct research for system-related information as directed.
• Participate in design reviews, technical meetings, and briefings.
• Identify potential risks and appropriate courses of action should technical issues arise, or user requirements change.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Knowledge of Parametric Technology Pro-Engineer/CREO CAD software.
• Working knowledge of the Army’s airworthiness processes.
• Experience in developing system descriptions and developing Technical Data Packages.
• Bachelor of Science (BS) in electrical engineering.
• Junior level is entry level and Senior level is 10 years of experience.
• Ability to obtain Secret or Interim Secret security clearance.

Cruz Associates Inc. of Yorktown, VA (www.cruzinc.us) has an open position and is looking for qualified candidates for a Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering Support. The job location is Joint Base Langley Eustis (JBLE), Virginia. Interested applicants should apply by clicking the following link: Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering Support, completing the online application and uploading their resumes.

Scope: Provides Mechanical and/or Aerospace Engineering analysis and support services for multiple Army and Special Operations aircraft and their associated mission equipment. Successful performance requires professional knowledge of engineering theories, principles and disciplines that encompass design, development, test and evaluation, certification, qualification, modification, fabrication, installation, integration test and evaluation, fielding, flight operations, sustainment, and continuous airworthiness of a total aircraft system package is required to attain program goals. Areas of focus are Airframe design (static and dynamic analysis); Vibrational data collection (resonance) and analysis; Finite Element Analysis; Laboratory/bench test development and testing; Producing structural reports suitable for airworthiness approval; Supporting flight testing by developing instrumentation plans and interpreting flight test data.

 

Responsibilities:

• Develops / reviews Mechanical and / or Aerospace engineering analyses and test documentation to accept multiple stress/test plans/reports for multiple aircraft projects.
• Evaluates airframe structural components and products by designing and conducting research programs applying knowledge of flight loads, stress, thermal, and aerodynamic considerations.
• Confirms system and product specifications by designing feasibility and testing methods, testing properties.
• Assures system and product quality by evaluating testing methods; testing finished product and system capabilities; confirming fabrication, assembly, and installation processes.
• Performs engineering design evaluations.
• Identifies and assists with documentation of functional requirements for assigned projects.
• Analyzes research and development plans.
• Conducts research for system-related information as directed.
•  Participates in design reviews, technical meetings, and briefings.
•  Identifies potential risks and appropriate courses of action should technical issues arise, or user requirements change.

Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical and/or Aerospace Engineering.
• Currency in computer aided software design systems. (i.e., Parametric Technology Pro-Engineer/CREO CAD) is desirable.
• Secret or Interim Secret security clearance is required.

Cruz Associates, Inc. is looking for Software/Instrumentation Engineering candidates to join our team at Fort Eustis, Virginia. The Contractor shall configure special purpose ground and flight test equipment used for data acquisition, display, reduction, analysis, and archiving. Interested applicants should apply by clicking the following link: Software/Instrumentation Engineering, completing the online application and uploading their resumes.

Duties:

• Configuring special purpose ground and flight test equipment used for data acquisition, display, reduction, analysis, and archiving conducted locally or at remote test sites as needed, to include potential in-flight instrumentation support.
• Implementing data acquisition and monitoring controls for Pulse-Code Modulation, Aircraft Data Bus, Ethernet and IRIG-106 standard hardware as well as other commercially available and developmental data streams.
• Participating in flight testing with instrumentation pre-flight checks, system launch and recovery, in-flight support, and post flight reporting. Observe all manner of tests conducted by TDD-SID to obtain familiarity and proficiency in the utilization of information technology specific to the TDD-SID mission.
• Reviewing existing custom-developed software routines coded in commercially available programming languages (Matrix Laboratory (MATLAB), Laboratory Virtual Instrumentation Engineering Workbench (LabView), C#, C++, and Visual Basic) for previous and on-going test efforts that facilitate control-of-test equipment, data acquisition and telemetry, real-time data monitoring (ground/flight displays), and post-flight data de-commutation, reduction (report generation), analysis, and archiving.
• Investigating any software errors that arise in existing custom-developed software routines and, if possible, resolve (debug) the issue in the routines’ native format. If resolution is in the routine’s native format are not practicable, the Contractor shall develop routines which provide comparable functionality developed in a programming language agreed upon by the Contractor and the Government. The Contractor shall test evolved and newly developed routines to validate that desired functionality is obtained.
• Operating electronics test and verification equipment such as but not limited to: digital multi meter, power meter, oscilloscope, and spectrum analyzer.
• Transporting, packing, and setup of test equipment and other materials locally and on offsite test facilities. This requires both a current and valid Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Driver’s License and the ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Supporting flight duties may be required based upon Mission needs. When required this will be coordinated through the COR to the Contractor.
• Must be able to pass a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) III class or military Class III flight physical annually and provide a copy of their last Department of the Army
• (DA) Form 759 closeout performing flight duties as a qualified non-crewmember as per AR 95-20, AR 95-1 and Training Circular (TC) 3-04.11, Commander’s Aviation Training and Standardization Program.
• Must be able to qualify for participation in night flights and the use of Night Vision Goggles (NVGs).

 

Qualifications:

Software/Instrumentation Engineer, Level: Junior. The candidate shall meet the following minimum education and experience requirements.

• S. degree in the field of Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Computer Engineering shall be from an ABET accredited program including differential and integral calculus, electrical fields and circuits, and other comparable engineering science or physics.

This position is considered an entry level position, so no prior experience is required. This individual will be responsible for assisting more senior engineers and/or performing functional duties under the oversight of more senior positions.

Software/Instrumentation Engineer, Level: Journeyman. The candidate for this position must meet the following minimum education of and experience requirements.

• S. Degree In the field of Electrical/Electronics Engineering or Computer Engineering from an ABET accredited program including differential and integral calculus, electrical fields and circuits, and other comparable engineering science or physics; and Minimum of two years of experience with the development, operation, and use of data collection techniques and systems; and
• Minimum of two years of experience with data collection or instrumentation systems related to aviation systems or research and development projects. Must be able to present plans and methodology at technical interchange meetings and project briefings; and
• Minimum of two years of experience with computer aided design (CAD) software systems (i.e. Parametric Technology Pro-Engineer/CREO, AutoCAD), experience reading and interpreting schematics, harness drawings, and wiring diagrams.
• S. Degree In the field of Electrical/Electronics Engineering or Computer Engineering from an ABET accredited program including differential and integral calculus, electrical fields and circuits, and other comparable engineering science or physics; and
• Minimum of one years of experience with the development, operation, and use of data collection techniques and systems; and
• Minimum of one years of experience with data collection or instrumentation systems related to aviation systems or research and development projects. Must be able to present plans and methodology at technical interchange meetings and project briefings
• Minimum of one years of experience with computer aided design (CAD) software systems (i.e. Parametric Technology Pro-Engineer/CREO, AutoCAD), experience reading and interpreting schematics, harness drawings, and wiring diagrams.

Software/Instrumentation Engineer, Level: Senior. The candidate for this position shall meet the following minimum education and experience requirements. Additionally, this individual must demonstrate the ability to oversee the efforts of the technical and less senior staff for the implementation and development of duties listed in section 2.2.2.1.

• S. Degree In the field of Electrical/Electronics Engineering or Computer Engineering from an ABET accredited program including differential and integral calculus, electrical fields and circuits, and other comparable engineering science or physics; and
• Minimum of eight years of experience with the development, operation, and use of data collection techniques and systems.
• Minimum of eight years of experience with data collection or instrumentation systems related to aviation systems or research and development projects. Must be able to present plans and methodology at technical interchange meetings and project briefings.
• Minimum of eight years of experience with computer aided design (CAD) software systems (i.e. Parametric Technology Pro-Engineer/CREO, AutoCAD), experience reading and interpreting schematics, harness drawings, and wiring diagrams.
• S. Degree In the field of Electrical/Electronics Engineering or Computer Engineering from an ABET accredited program including differential and integral calculus, electrical fields and circuits, and other comparable engineering science or physics.
• Minimum of six years of experience with the development, operation, and use of data collection techniques and systems; and
• Minimum of six years of experience with data collection or instrumentation systems related to aviation systems or research and development projects. Must be able to present plans and methodology at technical interchange meetings and project briefings.
• Minimum of six years of experience with computer aided design (CAD) software systems (i.e. Parametric Technology Pro-Engineer/CREO, AutoCAD), experience reading and interpreting schematics, harness drawings, and wiring diagrams.

Cruz Associates Inc. of Yorktown, VA (www.cruzinc.us) has an open position and is looking for qualified candidates for a Test and Evaluation Engineer. The job location is Joint Base Langley Eustis (JBLE), Virginia. Interested applicants should apply by clicking the following link: Test and Evaluation Engineer, completing the online application and uploading their resumes.

Scope: Provides Test and Evaluation analysis and support services for multiple Army and Special Operations aircraft and their associated mission equipment. Successful performance requires professional knowledge of engineering theories, principles and disciplines that encompass design, development, test and evaluation, certification, qualification, modification, fabrication, installation, integration test and evaluation, fielding, flight operations, sustainment, and continuous airworthiness of a total aircraft system package is required to attain program goals. Areas of focus are conduct of flight test, instrumentation, data reduction, and test planning /reporting. Provide senior expert level technical test and evaluation support to TAPO and MELB PM offices to include the MH-47, MH-60, A/MH-6, SOA Fixed Wing, SOA UAS, Avionics, ASE, Sensors, and Weapons programs.

 Responsibilities:

 Education and Experience:

Cruz Associates, Inc. of Yorktown, VA (www.cruzinc.us) has a position open and is looking for qualified candidates for an Aviation Maintenance Help Desk / Field Technician. The job location is Fort Campbell, Kentucky in support of the U.S. Army Special Operations Aviation Command’s Digitally Integrated Maintenance Environment (DIME). Interested candidates can apply at the following link: Aviation Maintenance Help Desk / Field Technician, by completing the application and uploading their resume.

 

Scope: The Help Desk / Field Technician (FSR) is a strategic technical position within the organization. This position is responsible for maintaining the integrity of customers’ hardware and software systems within DoD standards, along with handling incoming technical support calls and tickets.  Field work and client management are also large components of this position.  The Help Desk / Field Technician is responsible for the installation, service and maintenance of aviation supported by Standard Army Management Information Systems (STAMIS) software products including demonstrating correct usage and application to the customers. The Help Desk / Field Technician must have strong verbal and written communication skills along with the ability to independently and successfully lead and/or facilitate discussions with key business and technical stakeholders. The duties and responsibilities may change from time to time without notice and include but are not limited to the duties described below.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform field service activities by installing, troubleshooting, maintaining and servicing Army supported systems at customer sites.
• Provide training by over-the-shoulder or over-the-phone.
• Assist with the fielding of new hardware and software.
• Imaging of network systems and to ensure that all systems are up to date with system and security updates.
• Complete various reports such as customer data mining reports, timesheets, expense reports and inventory lists in a timely, accurate and legible fashion.
• Manage multiple Helpdesk Trouble ticket system.
• Manage multiple users and aircraft systems within Active Directory.
• Provide basic remote access support: VPN.
• Coordinate hardware replacements and repairs.
• Provide Tier I/II Helpdesk support services for Microsoft related technologies.
• Perform routine clerical, administrative, and logistics tasks as required in support of AAMD.
• Possesses a Secret or Interim Secret security clearance.

Education and Experience-Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 6 years’ experience in a high-traffic customer service setting.
• Extensive experience working with Microsoft products to include Office, Active Directory and operating systems.
• Knowledge of Army Aviation STAMIS software, (Aircraft Notebook).
• Ability to obtain a Security+ Certification within 6 months of employment

Cruz Associates Inc. of Yorktown, VA has an open position for a Senior Aerospace Engineer. The job location is at Fort Campbell, KY in support of the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (SOAR). Interested candidates can apply at the following link: Senior Aerospace Engineer, by completing the application and uploading their resume.

Scope of Performance: Provide engineering support to the Systems Integration Management Offices (SIMO’s) primary areas of emphasis include A/MH-6, MH- 47, MH-60, MQ-1, Avionics, Sensors, ASE, and Weapon programs.

Key Responsibilities:
•    Develop test plans, coordinate test activities to include test range scheduling and planning, data collection and processing.
•    Apply and administrate the requirements of AR 70-62 as they apply to Army Special Operations Aircraft.
•    Participate as a member of Technical Interface Meetings (TIM), Program Reviews, Test Integration Working Groups (TIWG), and System Safety Working Groups (SSWG).
•    Participate in aerial flight in a Flight Test Engineering capacity.
•    Work closely with engineering counterparts, to include, but not limited to the Aviation Engineering Directorate (AED), and Technology Application Program Office (TAPO).
•    Perform routine clerical, administrative, and logistics tasks as required in support of the SIMO.

Education and Experience-Required
•    Possesses a Secret or Interim Secret security clearance.
•    Minimum of 10 years’ experience working in military/commercial aviation.
•    Minimum of 5 years’ experience with planning and conducting flight tests.
•    Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering field.
•    At least 3 years’ exposure to the Defense Acquisition process.
•    Ability to pass the FAA Class III Flight Physical.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Cruz Associates Inc. of Yorktown, VA has an open position for a Senior Mechanical Engineer. The job location is at Fort Campbell, KY in support of the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (SOAR). Interested candidates can apply at the following link: Senior Mechanical Engineer, by completing the application and uploading their resume.

Scope of Performance: Provide engineering support to the Systems Integration Management Offices (SIMO’s) primary areas of emphasis include A/MH-6, MH- 47, MH-60, MQ-1, Avionics, Sensors, ASE, and Weapon programs.

Key Responsibilities:
•    Develop test plans, coordinate test activities to include test range scheduling and planning, data collection and processing.
•    Apply and administrate the requirements of AR 70-62 as they apply to Army Special Operations Aircraft.
•    Participate as a member of Technical Interface Meetings (TIM), Program Reviews, Test Integration Working Groups (TIWG), and System Safety Working Groups (SSWG).
•    Participate in aerial flight in a Flight Test Engineering capacity.
•    Work closely with engineering counterparts, to include, but not limited to the Aviation Engineering Directorate (AED), and Technology Application Program Office (TAPO).
•    Perform routine clerical, administrative, and logistics tasks as required in support of the SIMO.

Education and Experience-Required
•    Possesses a Secret or Interim Secret security clearance.
•    Minimum of 10 years’ experience working in military/commercial aviation.
•    Minimum of 5 years’ experience with planning and conducting flight tests.
•    Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering field.
•    At least 3 years’ exposure to the Defense Acquisition process.
•    Ability to pass the FAA Class III Flight Physical.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Cruz Associates Inc. of Yorktown, VA has an open position and is looking for qualified candidates for an CNC Programmer/Machinist. The job location is at the McAlester Army Ammunition Plant, Oklahoma Interested applicants should apply by clicking the following link: CNC Programmer/Machinist, completing the online application and uploading their resumes.

Scope of Performance: Candidate will assist senior technicians in the creation of Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) programs for a variety of CNC Machines and writing CNC programs using Computer Aided Drafting /Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAD/CAM) software. Candidates will assist in laying out work from blueprints, drawings and sketches, work orders, model of parts to be made or other specifications, and assist in performing manual editing or revision of programs/designs initially created with CAD/CAM systems, as required – accounting for sequence of repair, speeds and feeds and coolant flow, orientation of part, material types, fixturing, tooling, grade level of the operator, and procedures to measure and assure quality of product according to technical data requirements and within an economical time frame (this includes 4 axis programming).

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain machining operations throughout shift – while assisting in monitoring product quality through regular inspection intervals.
• Assist senior technicians in conducting CNC Set-Up and operating numerous CNC machines, four axis mill, lathes, vertical and horizontal milling machines, jig borers, drill presses, waterjets, wire electro-discharge machines, shapers, and other machine shop tools and equipment to fabricate parts in compliance with departmental procedures using CAD/CAM programming software and in operating a variety of modern multi-axis CNC machining equipment.
• Prepare raw materials to load them into specific equipment
• Ability to utilize engineering mathematical formulas to prepare tool /culler path data for complex, multi-axis cuts.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and work orders to fix complex equipment
• Ability to perform minor disassembly of CNC and other assigned machines, replaces worn parts, components and assemblies.
• Work closely with QA/QC personnel to verify parts and maintain accurate inspection records
• Knowledge of the hazards associated with working on and near electro-mechanical equipment and the appropriate safety measures to observe.

 

Education and Experience – Required/Preferred: 

• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity
• 5+ years of experience in CNC machining
• Ability to carry and handle items weighing up to 40 pounds
• Strong math and analytical skills
• Ability or receive and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen

Cruz Associates Inc. of Yorktown, VA has an open position and is looking for qualified candidates for an Ordnance Technician I. The job location is at the McAlester Army Ammunition Plant, Oklahoma Interested applicants should apply by clicking the following link: Ordnance Technician I, completing the online application and uploading their resumes.

 

Scope of Performance: Ordnance Technicians will support assembling, inspecting, testing, and maintenance or ordnance handling equipment. Technicians will follow established work instructions, engineering specifications, quality standards, and production schedules. This position will be full-time technician, including overtime, and shall be subject to Department of Transportation physical examinations and certification requirements.  Technicians will work in all processing areas as determined by management or COR.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform a variety of duties that include, but not limited to, operation of energetic support equipment
• Understanding and utilizing hazardous waste practices for transport and storage
• Assemble mechanical components using approved procedures and work instructions
• Responsible for following Standard Operating Procedures for production of energetic/hazardous material
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and production equipment safely and effectively
• Identify and report quality issues, material shortages, equipment malfunctions, or process discrepancies
• Use of equipment including, but not limited to, forklifts, trucks, and other various lifting equipment
• Operate sanding and painting equipment
• Maintain production records of assets utilizing automated information systems and/or paper logbooks
• Work collaboratively with team members, supervisors, quality personnel, and engineering to support production objectives
• Follow written procedures, guidelines, and standard operating procedures

 

Education and Experience – Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• S. Citizen and valid driver’s license
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance
• Ability to pass Ammo-18 Certification class
• Ability to work with automated computer systems
• Ability to communicate with all levels of personnel, both military and private industry