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Bascom Hunter

Electrical Engineer & FSO

Bascom Hunter, Frederick, Maryland, United States, 21701

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Senior Vice President - Defense Electronics at Bascom Hunter

We are seeking a highly skilled

Electrical Design Engineer

with additional responsibilities as a

Facility Security Officer (FSO)

for our aerospace and defense operations. This unique dual-role position will dedicate

80% of time to electrical design engineering

and

20% to FSO duties . The ideal candidate will bring extensive hands-on experience in circuit board-level design for defense applications, while also supporting the company’s security compliance program in accordance with DoD and NISPOM requirements. Prior experience as an FSO is

not required ; full training will be provided. Bascom Hunter’s Defense Electronics division supports critical defense applications through innovations in Advanced Systems, RF Front Ends, Mixed Signal Products and Digital Solutions. Key Responsibilities: Electrical Design Engineering (80%) Design, develop, and test complex electronic circuits and circuit boards for aerospace and defense applications. Utilize

Altium Designer

(schematic capture and PCB layout) for board-level design, with a focus on reliability, manufacturability, and compliance with military/aerospace standards. Perform schematic design, component selection, and simulation of analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuits. Collaborate with mechanical, RF, and systems engineering teams to integrate electronics into larger subsystems and platforms. Conduct design reviews, troubleshoot prototypes, and support transition to production. Generate and maintain detailed technical documentation, including schematics, BOMs, and test procedures. Facility Security Officer (20%) Serve as the location’s FSO under the National Industrial Security Program (NISP). Manage day-to-day compliance with DoD security requirements (training will be provided). Oversee personnel clearance processing, visit requests, and classified information handling. Maintain security records and support inspections and audits by the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA). Develop and deliver periodic security briefings and awareness programs for employees. Coordinate with senior leadership to ensure compliance with all relevant DoD directives, NISPOM, and CMMC/NIST 800-171 standards. Qualifications Minimum 7 years of experience in electrical design at the circuit board level. Strong knowledge of schematic capture and PCB layout (Altium experience preferred). Familiarity with design considerations for aerospace and defense electronics. Active DoD Security Clearance required (Secret or higher). No prior FSO experience required; training will be provided. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Ability to thrive in a multidisciplinary engineering and security environment. All positions at Bascom Hunter are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check. Equal Employment Opportunity Information: Bascom Hunter is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, disability/veteran, status as a protected veteran, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state and local law. Bascom Hunter offers competitive benefits, including medical insurance, vision insurance, 401(k), and disability insurance.

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