Engineers to support our EMALS/AAG teams in Lakehurst, NJ!
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SAIC seeks engineers to support the design, development, troubleshooting, testing, and in-service support of EMALS and/or AAG, systems used for aircraft launches and recoveries on naval carriers. The posting describes the role as suited to mid-level professionals and calls for electrical engineering expertise, resilience, and readiness to travel internationally and aboard naval vessels. Available positions include Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, and Program Analyst.
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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:
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Systems Engineer
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Electrical Engineer
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Mechanical Engineer
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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:
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Bachelors and 2-5 years or more experience
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A minimum of an Interim Secret clearance is required to begin work
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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.
REQNUMBER: 2618694
SAIC is a premier technology integrator, solving our nation's most complex modernization and systems engineering challenges across the defense, space, federal civilian, and intelligence markets. Our robust portfolio of offerings includes high-end solutions in systems engineering and integration; enterprise IT, including cloud services; cyber; software; advanced analytics and simulation; and training. We are a team of 23,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $6.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see Working at SAIC. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability
How this job compares
Set against the 11,457 open Systems Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 3, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$80–120K/yr
- New Jersey median$107–181K/yr125 salary ranges
- US median$116–190K/yr8,475 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $100K, is 31% below the New Jersey median midpoint ($144K) — in the lowest quarter of Systems Engineer salary ranges in New Jersey.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 150 open Systems Engineer jobs in New Jersey and 11,457 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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- This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Systems Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (9,561 postings).
- Education
- 4,551 of the 11,457 open Systems Engineer jobs (40%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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