Electrical Engineer, Commissioning (CX) - WMD - DTRA

Company: Cortek Inc
Location: Lorton
Posted on: February 15, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description CX Electrical Engineer - DTRA Lorton, VA Onsite CORTEK seeks a CX Electrical Engineer to provide critical decision and analytic support to the Urgent Solutions Division in the Counter WMD Technologies Department of the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA). Duties: Conducts assessments, demonstrations, analysis, scientific codes, and other decision-making in evaluating systems to counter WMD - biological and chemical threats, and counter threat network Develops knowledge regarding a stipulated issue through analysis of complex data sets, identifying actionable trends and problems Prepares technical documentation and presentations to explain the approach, associated assumptions, and conclusions of design and development efforts Works on advanced, complex technical projects or business issues requiring state-of-the-art technical or industry knowledge on subjects in Electrical Engineering, specifically circuitry and semiconductors Interprets results from multiple sources using a variety of techniques, ranging from simple data aggregation via statistical analysis to complex data mining, sensor analysis, and learning techniques Designs, develops, and implements technical solutions in support of concurrent analysis. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field 1 - 5 years of experience in circuitry design and semiconductor analysis Expertise in electrical systems design Active DoD Top Secret level clearance with SCI eligibility and the ability to maintain both Travel, up to 10% Clearance: An active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility is required. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. About CORTEK : Founded in 2003, CORTEK is a distinguished Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) specializing in Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) defense, Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) terrorism prevention, Counter-WMD (CWMD) support services, and Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)/Privacy Act support. With over a decade of experience, CORTEK has delivered mission-critical solutions to government clients, including the Department of State (DOS), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Department of Justice (DOJ), and Department of Defense (DoD). Our proven track record includes 12 years of incumbency on DOS contracts supporting WMD threat mitigation and consequence management programs, as well as comprehensive support for the Defense Threat Reduction Agency's (DTRA) technical and strategic objectives across Physical and Biological Sciences, Engineering, Policy, and Operations. Additionally, CORTEK has provided onsite analytical support for the Department of the Army Headquarters (HQDA) at the Pentagon. At CORTEK, relationships are at the heart of what we do. We pride ourselves on our customer-centric approach, leveraging proven management processes to deliver tailored solutions that drive client success. Our focus on excellence, innovation, and competitive value throughout the project management lifecycle makes CORTEK a trusted partner. Curious to learn more? Visit us at CORTEK.com. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer : CORTEK is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace by hiring and retaining talented individuals from all backgrounds. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. As an EEO employer, CORTEK complies with Federal laws prohibiting job discrimination and posts notices outlining these protections in accordance with applicable regulations. Reasonable Accommodation Requests : CORTEK is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail hr@cortek.com or call Human Resources at (727)-292-1521. We will decide on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. E-Verify : As a Federal Contractor, we are required to use E-Verify to validate employees' ability to work legally in the United States. Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination : CORTEK will not discharge or, in any other manner, discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay.

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