Electrical Engineer
Sierra Lobo
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Hampton, VA · Posted November 5, 2026
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About the job
Overview
Sierra Lobo, offers customers a full range of professional and technical capabilities, including Test and Evaluation, Systems Engineering, and Advanced Technologies. We also develop products and processes related to Cryogenic Fluid and Thermal Management Systems, Densified Propellant Management Systems, and Prototype Extreme Pressure and Temperature Systems. Our customers include the Department of Defense (DoD), the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, Missile Defense Agency (MDA), and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).
This position will be located at NASA’s Langley Research Center.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will join the Maintenance Operations team to support the Center Maintenance, Operations, and Engineering Contract (CMOE) located at NASA Langley Research Center. This position reports directly to the Maintenance and Reliability Engineer Manager. All work will be completed with a high level of quality, professionalism and full adherence to all safety policies and procedures.
Looking for an Electrical Engineer to support safe, reliable, and efficient operation of electrical systems across center. This role focuses on improving equipment reliability, reducing downtime, and supporting maintenance teams with strong technical guidance.
Responsibilities: Support maintenance and operations teams with troubleshooting and resolution of electrical, power distribution, control, and instrumentation system issues in both normal and emergent conditions
Analyze equipment failures and recurring issues, lead root cause analyses, and develop corrective and preventive actions to prevent repeat failures
Develop, implement, and continuously improve preventive and predictive maintenance strategies for electrical assets, including motors, drives, switchgear, controls, and related systems
Review, create, and update electrical job plans, maintenance procedures, and preventive maintenance tasks to improve safety, efficiency, and reliability
Provide electrical engineering support for equipment repairs, system upgrades, and capital improvement projects from design through execution
Identify equipment reliability risks and obsolescence concerns, and recommend design changes, process improvements, or replacement strategies
Support commissioning, testing, and turnover of new or modified electrical systems, ensuring systems meet design intent and operational requirements
Ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes, industry standards, and site safety requirements, including support of audits and inspections
Collaborate closely with reliability, mechanical, and operations teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives and support reliability-centered maintenance efforts
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to maintenance personnel as needed
Prefer experience in a utility, or research environment and familiarity with CMMS systems and asset management tools (specifically IBM Maximo)
Qualifications
U.S. Citizenship required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance. BS degree in Electrical Engineering or in appropriate discipline and two (2) to five (5) years related engineering experience, or MS degree and one (1) to three (3) years of related engineering experience, or Ph.D. and zero (0) to one (1) year of experience from an accredited engineering school and a working knowledge of maintenance and reliability requirements for mechanical systems. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and experience in Microsoft Office applications required.
Functional Skills:
Ability to troubleshoot and identify failure cause for Mechanical Systems
Failure analysis including preservation of evidence techniques
Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) and Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA)
Engineering design standards and their application
Reliability Engineers are encouraged to get CMRP certified (Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional)
Essential Functions:
Work Environment:Office Environment (45%) Test Environment- May be exposed to areas of high noise levels, hazardous propellants, chemicals, and industrial facility environments (45%) Travel between various facilities/test operations is required (10%)Physical Requirements:Must have sufficient mobility to enter all areas of test facilities; crawl, climb ladders, enter confined spaces, ability to work at elevated levels on platforms and scaffolding, etc. (20%). Must be able to walk, stand, bend, twist and sit for extended periods as well as climb, crawl, and lift up to 35 lbs.Equipment and Machines:Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, fax, etc.) with knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, etc. (50%), Safety and personal protective equipment (20%).Attendance:Regular attendance mandatory (100%)Overtime/work outside normal schedule required (
U.S. Citizenship required.
A valid driver’s license is required.
Must be able to complete and maintain a NASA background check.