About Careertakes

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Role Overview

This is an entry-level Systems Engineer (Associate) role supporting a confidential client at a U.S. Navy facility in Olympic View, WA. The position provides hands-on systems and equipment support in maintenance and production environments and will expose you to real-world engineering analysis, troubleshooting, documentation, and process improvement work that affects mission-critical systems.

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Key Responsibilities

• Conduct and support evaluation of system and equipment drawings and associated specifications to determine acceptability of discrepant parts and test/operation outcomes.
• Perform functional, dimensional, and material analysis of systems and equipment.
• Review process documentation and program requirements to determine compliance, corrections, and improvements.
• Work directly with hands-on mechanics and support client and Navy personnel to address questions about system design and production/maintenance processes.
• Serve as an integrator during material review actions, coordinating with supporting organizations for special analysis and investigations.
• Develop engineering studies (simple and complex) that include root-cause and corrective-action analysis, data/metrics analysis, and targeted system/process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with DOE and DoD requirements and site-specific safety and radiological controls.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or a related engineering discipline from an accredited college/university.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Interim Secret clearance required prior to start; position requires ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.
• Participation in the Personnel Reliability Program (PRP) is required.
• Participation in Radiological Controls Programs (NWRCO) is required.

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Desired Skills & Attributes

• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Systems and equipment troubleshooting experience or aptitude.
• Ability to work both independently and in collaborative, team-based environments.
• Flexibility to adapt to varied tasks and occasional schedule changes.
• Effective verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.

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Location & Schedule

• Based at the Navy’s Strategic Weapons Facility Pacific in Olympic View, WA.
• Primarily day shift support; occasional second/third shift, overtime, and weekend support may be required to meet Navy customer needs.
• Some travel to other client and vendor sites may be expected.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Full-time salary range: $65,500 – $121,700 per year (as listed by the client).
• Benefits typically include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, holidays, parental leave, EAP, education assistance, life and disability insurance, and potential short-term/long-term incentive programs.
• For Washington applicants: additional state-specific PTO, vacation, and sick leave accrual details may apply per the client’s policies.

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Working Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work occurs in varied environments, both indoors and outdoors, including client and Navy-operated buildings.
• The role includes hands-on interaction with equipment and may involve lifting, bending, and working around mechanical systems. Specific physical requirements will be provided during the hiring process.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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