• Looking for a skilled Systems Engineer with expertise in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) to support the development, integration, and maintenance of complex nuclear power plant system designs using model-centric best practices.
• This role will leverage MBSE tools and practices to ensure consistency, traceability, and clarity of system requirements, functions, and architecture.

• Apply subject matter expertise to identify where expansion or new application of CM processes should be considered, and recommend methods for implementation.
• Plan and lead initiatives in support of implementing product-based configuration management (CM), including but not limited to bills of materials, dataset traceability, and key performance indicator definition.
• Work closely with stakeholders across the company to develop and implement tailored and focused CM processes and tools that reduce design risk and complexity.
• Develop recommendations for enhancements to change control that emphasize efficient processes and product-based evaluation criteria.
• Work with the product lifecycle management software development team to implement process-driven tool improvements in the Aras Innovator PLM platform.
• Ensure process requirements from various sources (e.g., NQA-1, ASME, NRC, ISO 9001, etc.) are met and maintained.
• Effectively communicate with other technical and non-technical disciplines.

• Minimum of a 4-year degree in Engineering, Engineering Management, or similar technical or process related field is required. Configuration management certification, CM2-C.
• Minimum 10 years of directly-related, full-time professional Configure Management experience is required.
• Must have demonstrated experience in developing and implementing Configure Management processes, procedures, and infrastructure to full maturity in support of complex, multi-disciplinary design projects.
• Other required experience includes:
• Configuration management (i.e., familiarity with CM2, EIA-649) and product structures
• Proficiency with product lifecycle management (PLM) infrastructure and tools (Aras Innovator preferred).
• Bills of materials definition
• Key performance indicator definition
• Strong technical writing, communication, computer, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to be proactive and work with minimal direction once tasks are assigned and understood
• Ability to manage conflicting demands and priorities
• Experience working in a highly-regulated environment (NQA-1, 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, and Part 52 preferred).
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• Experience in power generation or nuclear industry product configuration management.

• Job Type: Contract
• Pay Rate Range: Market Rate
• Location: Corvallis, OR (Onsite).

• Mount antennas and other RF hardware for testing in RF chambers
• Run Production RF tests and monitor for product failure or chamber failure and troubleshoot any failures to minimize test interruptions
• Ability to analyze and interpret Data
• Communicate test results for each shift and cross-functional team members and support the troubleshooting efforts
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to load/connect Antenna, RF/Power/Ethernet cables, and configure test parameters through GUI/Scripts in Windows or Linux
• Ability to operate RF test equipment such as network analyzers
• Ability to troubleshoot issues/failures in the product or test sw
• Follow 5s methodology and ISO 9001 standards.

• Associate degree in electronics or related field highly desired. Additional relevant experience will be considered in place of an Associate degree.
• Technical knowledge of RF communication products; familiarity with terms such as “gain,” “dB,” etc
• Ability to troubleshoot machinery and fixtures (cables, connectors, etc.) used in test chambers
• Ability to communicate information using standard Microsoft applications, including Excel, Word, Office, PowerPoint, Project, and Visio
• Ability to execute scripts or GUI programs in Windows and Linux OS
• Ability to use issue tracking tools, e.g., JIRA.
• Minimum of two years of experience running and troubleshooting electronic test equipment, particularly RF.
• Minimum two years’ experience operating test chambers for electronic products.
• Additional experience with test engineering and RF products such as antennas or amplifiers is highly desirable.
• Experience With Orbit RF or NSI-MI Compact Ranges/Near Field Scanners is a plus.

• Job Type: Contract
• Pay Rate Range: $32/hr-$36/hr.
• Location: Redmond/Woodinville, WA.
• ITAR obligations are associated with this role, U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required.

• Design, develop, and integrate communication PCBAs, modulators, and devices for airborne or space-based platforms
• Architect and implement SDR-based communication pipelines (modulation, encoding, synchronization, and signal processing)
• Develop high-speed optical communication links (free-space optics / laser comms), including link budgeting, pointing and tracking, and alignment strategies with intelligent failover and redundancy
• Perform system-level trade studies from high-speed optical links
• Design and validate end-to-end communication chains, from data streams, through communication PCBAs, and to optical front-ends
• Collaborate closely with avionics, firmware, and compute teams to integrate comms systems into flight hardware
• Develop test infrastructure for lab and field validation, including over-the-air testing and optical link validation setups
• Analyze performance under real-world conditions (noise, interference, Doppler, atmospheric turbulence, pointing loss) and iterate rapidly
• Own documentation, interface definitions, and system performance metrics for communication subsystems

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in RF systems, communications engineering, or related domain
• Strong fundamentals in communication theory (modulation, coding, synchronization, signal propagation)
• Experience in designing PCBA’s for communication systems
• Experience with software-defined radio platforms
• Hands-on experience with RF lab equipment (spectrum analyzers, signal generators, VNAs, oscilloscopes)
• Familiarity with link budgeting and system-level performance analysis
• Experience working across hardware and software boundaries.

• Experience designing or deploying high-speed optical communication systems (free-space optics, laser communications, coherent optical links, or photonics)
• Background in avionics, aerospace systems, or other mission-critical embedded environments
• Experience with real-time DSP implementation on embedded systems, FPGAs, or GPUs
• Familiarity with SDR frameworks and low-level radio hardware (e.g., USRPs or custom RF front-ends)
• Understanding of atmospheric effects on both RF and optical propagation (scattering, absorption, turbulence)
• Experience with pointing, acquisition, and tracking (PAT) systems for optical links
• Knowledge of antenna systems, phased arrays, or optical beam steering technologies
• Experience with high-throughput data systems and low-latency communication architectures
• Experience working within SWaP (size, weight, and power) constraints for flight systems
• Strong debugging skills across the full stack: RF front-end, optical systems, firmware, and software.

• Job Type: Direct Hire
• Salary Range: Market Rate
• Location: San Carlos, CA (Onsite).
• ITAR obligations are associated with this role, U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required.

• The Project Manager within Portfolio Lifecycle Operations (PLO) is responsible for leading cross-functional, global project management activities across the full lifecycle of the multi-port product portfolio.
• Reporting to the Senior Manager of PLO, this role drives commercialization readiness, oversees product introduction and obsolescence workflows, and ensures alignment across commercial, operational, and technical functions.

• Manage project deliverables and launch execution through established product design control processes to support regional expansion of the multi-port products to existing and new install bases.
• Partner with global cross-functional teams—including Regulatory, Quality, Logistics, Trade Compliance, PMO, and regional commercial teams—to ensure launch alignment and readiness.
• Develop project timelines, critical paths, and risk mitigation plans; escalate threats to commercialization as needed.
• Facilitate core team forums to ensure visibility into risks, dependencies, and decision-making.
• Evaluate regional regulatory and compliance requirements and coordinate development of scalable processes.
• Serve as central project manager for first-time market entry to facilitate introduction of multi-port systems and market broad adoption of the products.
• Lead Approved Product List (APL) project operations to ensure successful launch and downstream operations, including final product design control and import readiness, and hyper-care support for initial order processing.
• Drive creation of tools, processes, and systems that improve lifecycle operations and operational excellence.
• Lead analysis of key performance indicators (KPIs), synthesize operational insights, and develop clear, compelling presentations for executive leadership using software and data analysis tools.

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• A minimum of 6 years of related experience with a University degree; or 4 years experience and a Master’s degree; or a PhD with 2 years experience; or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2 years in medical device project management or related function (regulatory, logistics, operations, etc.).
• Minimum 4 years in business process development, operational excellence, or change management.
• Demonstrated, advanced project management expertise with proven ability to drive complex, global, cross-functional programs with disciplined execution, rigorous planning, and strong risk management.
• Strong documentation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluency in English; availability for international cross-time zone meetings.

• Extensive knowledge of international medical device markets, with required expertise in medical device design control and downstream logistics operations.
• Expertise in project performance analysis and market evaluation, including the use of software and data-analysis tools to automate performance evaluation and generate actionable insights.
• Experience with complex regulated hardware/software systems.
• Strong technical project management capability, including understanding of engineering dependencies and change processes.
• Experience collaborating with Product Management to translate market and customer insights into lifecycle execution.
• Familiarity with PLM systems and product configuration management.
• Experience with commercialization requirements in global regulated markets (e.g. Japan, China, European Union, United Kingdom).
• A master’s degree in Engineering or Business Administration is strongly preferred.
• PMP certification preferred.

• Job Type: Contract
• Pay Range: $42 - $47 an hour.
• Location: Sunnyvale, CA (onsite)

• This position will support the definition and enablement of the digital platform ecosystem required for our Operations & Maintenance (O&M) services.
• This role bridges evolving O&M business models with enterprise IT systems, ensuring alignment with the Enterprise CM/PLM/ERP Initiative and long-term digital thread objectives.

• Translate O&M service models into IT platform and tool requirements.
• Define integration needs across OT (plant data), EAM (maintenance), ERP, and PLM systems.
• Recommend optimal platforms and integration approaches aligned with enterprise architecture.
• Define data flow concepts (e.g., Tag ? Asset ? Configuration Item) and lifecycle traceability.
• Evaluate tools such as AVEVA, Maximo, Oracle, and related platforms.
• Support vendor discussions and develop recommendation packages for leadership.
• Define data, integration, and event-driven workflow requirements (e.g., alerts to work orders).
• Coordinate across Enterprise CM/PLM/ERP leadership, O&M Services, IT, and vendors.
• Support implementation planning and pilot-to-scale transition readiness.

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field is required. An advanced degree is preferred. Alternatively, an additional 4 years (12 years total) of directly relevant full-time working experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• 8 years of experience in industrial IT systems, engineering systems, or O&M environments is required.
• Experience with enterprise systems integration (PLM, ERP, EAM, or OT platforms) is required.
• Working knowledge of Aras, Oracle Fusion, Maximo, AVEVA, or similar platforms.
• Prior experience working in nuclear or energy regulated industries.
• Familiarity with digital thread, digital twin, or lifecycle traceability concepts.
• Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810.

• Job Type: Contract
• Pay Rate Range: Market Rate
• Location: Remote.

• A Senior IT Systems Engineer with deep Enterprise-level experience to support a specialized semiconductor and EDA design environment.
• This role requires an independent professional capable of driving infrastructure modernization, weighing in on enterprise architecture and budgets, and leading the technical implementation of security hardening standards.

Job Description:

• This role is for a Senior Systems Engineer with 5–6 years of experience (4 years minimum) operating within complex, enterprise-scale environments.
• You will help weigh in on infrastructure architecture and budget while providing real-world experience in Enterprise Security Hardening and Zero Trust frameworks.
• This is a hands-on role responsible for the stability and security of specialized EDA and HPC infrastructure.

Job Responsibilities:

• Architecture & Budget: Weigh in on Enterprise-level systems architecture and hardware/software procurement budgets to support long-term scaling.
• Enterprise Hardening: Lead the implementation of Zero Trust VPNs and advanced firewall policies to protect high-value intellectual property.
• Advanced Networking: Manage enterprise-grade Juniper SRX firewalls and complex network segmentation for high-performance engineering workloads.
• HPC & EDA Governance: Support specialized EDA compute environments (SGE, FlexLM) ensuring performance optimization and license server high-availability.
• Modern Endpoint Management: Lead Enterprise-wide endpoint management and policy deployment via Microsoft Intune.
• Risk Management: Drive vulnerability management and remediation strategies across both on-premises and Cloud (Azure/AWS) infrastructure.
• Leadership: Partner with senior technical leadership to prioritize enterprise-wide infrastructure projects and mentor mid-level staff.

Job Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Experience: 5–6 years (4 years minimum) of Enterprise IT systems engineering experience.
• Technical Tools: Expert proficiency in Linux (RHEL/Ubuntu) and Microsoft 365 Enterprise administration.
• Networking: Mastery of Enterprise networking; Juniper SRX administration and complex VPN/VLAN topologies.
• Security Expertise: Proven track record of hardening enterprise environments and implementing Zero Trust frameworks.
• Compliance Requirement: US Person status is required for ITAR compliance.

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• Compliance: Familiarity with NIST 800-171, CMMC, or ITAR compliance frameworks.
• Storage: Experience with NetApp ONTAP storage administration.
• HPC/EDA: Experience supporting EDA or HPC compute environments (SGE, LSF, or similar job scheduling systems).
• Zero Trust: Experience with Cloudflare Zero Trust or similar SASE/SSE platforms.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract
• Location: Seattle, WA (Hybrid)
• Pay Rate Range: $95–$115/hr.
• An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a drug test and background check, and applicants who do not successfully pass both the drug test and background check will not be considered for employment.
• ITAR obligations are associated with this role, U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required.

Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.

About Protingent: Protingent is a niche provider of top Engineering and IT talent to product development companies nationwide. Protingent exists to make a positive impact and contribution to the lives of others as well as our community by providing relevant, rewarding, and exciting work opportunities for our candidates.

• This role supports two distinct client environments: a high-security semiconductor design firm and an energy engineering consultancy.
• We are seeking a technician who understands Enterprise-level workflows, balancing mission-critical administration with rigorous documentation and change control.
• This is a hands-on technical role for a Systems Engineer with a minimum of 3 years of Enterprise IT experience.
• You will be responsible for day-to-day systems administration, infrastructure projects, and support across both environments.
• The right candidate understands SLA-driven support, follows formal change management processes, and maintains the integrity of a production environment without constant oversight.

Job Responsibilities:

• Enterprise Administration: Administer and maintain Linux (RHEL/Ubuntu) and Windows server infrastructure within an enterprise-governed framework.
• Identity & Governance: Manage Microsoft 365 tenant, Azure AD / Entra ID, and Conditional Access policies to ensure secure, role-based access.
• Network Reliability: Support and maintain Juniper SRX firewalls and VPN tunnels, ensuring high availability and secure network segmentation.
• Change Control: Execute patching, updates, and vulnerability remediation following established maintenance windows and back-out procedures.
• Compliance & Audit: Support NIST 800-171 compliance activities, maintaining formal audit logs and technical documentation for regulatory review.
• Enterprise Support: Resolve complex technical issues within an SLA-driven ticketing environment, providing professional support across both client sites.

Job Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical field or equivalent experience.
• Experience: 3+ years of Enterprise-level systems administration experience.
• Technical Tools: Proficiency with Linux (RHEL/Ubuntu) and Microsoft 365 administration (Exchange, Azure AD, Teams).
• Networking: Strong understanding of TCP/IP, VLANs, and VPNs within an enterprise topology.
• Compliance Requirement: US Person status is required for ITAR compliance.

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• Source Control: Experience with SVN or other source control administration.
• Tool Support: Familiarity with FlexLM or other floating license server management.
• Identity Management: Experience with Bitwarden, Okta, or similar identity/secrets management platforms.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract
• Location: Seattle, WA (Hybrid)
• Pay Rate Range: $65–$85/hr.
• An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a drug test and background check, and applicants who do not successfully pass both the drug test and background check will not be considered for employment.
• ITAR obligations are associated with this role, U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required.

Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.

About Protingent: Protingent is a niche provider of top Engineering and IT talent to product development companies nationwide. Protingent exists to make a positive impact and contribution to the lives of others as well as our community by providing relevant, rewarding, and exciting work opportunities for our candidates.

• This job provides ISO 19443:2018 quality assurance program development and implementation support including: development and evaluation of quality assurance procedures and instructions; and interface with our organizations performing activities affecting quality.

Job Responsibilities:

• Supports development, evaluation, and maintenance of our ISO 19443:2018 quality assurance program processes including writing instructions, procedures, and other requirement and guidance documents for the quality assurance program.
• Reviews our Level 2 and higher procedures for compliance with the Quality Management Plan (QMP) and the Quality Assurance Program Description (QAPD).
• Managing and coordinating with accreditation body on steps to obtain ISO 19443:2018 certification.

Job Qualifications:

• Education/Certification: A minimum of a B.S. or B.A degree. A technical degree is preferred.
• Ten plus years of directly applicable experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Experience: A minimum of 5 years of experience associated with development and/or implementation of nuclear quality assurance programs.
• Commercial nuclear plant experience or work in the nuclear field is required.
• Demonstrated experience in quality oversight.
• Experience with ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 19443:2018 is required.
• Industry Requirements: Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810.
• Overall Job Knowledge and Performance: Understanding of quality assurance concepts, principles, and theories.
• Skills: Technical writing skills. Good communication, computer, presentation and interpersonal skills. Exceptional organization skills and ability to manage complex projects with multiple work phases.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract
• Pay Rate Range: Market Rate
• Location: Fully Remote

Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.

About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.

• Develop, implement and optimize C/C++ code for the Motion Sensor and/or Positioning algorithms within our embedded software solution.
• Improve the software implementation for efficiency in code footprint, throughput and CPU/RAM usage
• Optimize parameters in the software solution to improve KPIs (Key Performance Indices) per the requirements from the customer and the target use cases of the solution
• Develop necessary software tools for the analysis
• Collaborate effectively with teams within and outside the organization for realizing the best product outcomes
• Prepare and present detailed technical reports on algorithms, software and test results
• Algorithm development may include areas such as pedestrian navigation, Dead Reckoning (DR), vehicular navigation, sports activity optimization using GNSS and various motion sensors under challenging environments, precise GNSS navigation (e.g. PPP, RTK) and scenarios necessary to enhance product performance KPIs.
• Travel internationally and/or domestically to support product optimization for customers and to collaborate with team members in other geographies.

• Master with 3+ years or PhD (preferred) related experience in Electrical Engineering, Geomatics Engineering, Applied physics, Aeronautical Engineering or related disciplines.
• Embedded software development in C/C++ and rapid prototyping in Python or MATLAB
• Hands-on experience in Motion Sensor software development, Kalman Filter, GNSS/MEMS integration and sensor fusion
• Experience with Jira, Gerrit, Git.
• Analysis of complex software to determine anomalies and potential areas of improvement
• Strong debugging skills
• Understanding about VIO (Vision Inertial Odometer) is plus
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Able to work with minimal supervision, and highly collaborative in a team environment
• Fast learning, hard-working, and self-driven.

• Job Type: Contract
• Salary Range: $65-$75 an hour.
• Location: San Jose, CA (onsite)

• Reviewing, prioritizing, and implementing all pending trunk provisioning, routing, and project related work for those switches assigned to you.
• Scheduling your activities to meet the customer’s need and to minimize any adverse impact to customer service.
• Exercising your best professional judgement in implementing all translations changes to minimize the risk of service degradations and outages attributable to your activities.
• Providing translations support for all projects assigned to you. This includes designing translations solutions for major network events and new product offerings.
• Rendering translations technical assistance to other client work groups as requests are received therefrom.
• Analyzing and optimizing the translations in all your assigned switches.
• Maintaining awareness of and compliance with all regulatory requirements regarding telephone services provided to client customers in switches under your purview.
• Providing training to client employees in a wide variety of translations topics, i.e., routing, screening, signaling, troubleshooting, and billing.

• Possess a bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent 4 years telecommunications work or military experience.
• Are adept at using Microsoft Office applications particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Are comfortable utilizing telnet clients such as PuTTY and SecureCRT.

• Experience with VoIP switching systems translations.
• A proficiency interpreting Q764, 87Q931, SIP, and other networking protocol messages.
• Work experience as a Central Office Network Technician.
• Work experience as a Voice Network Operations Center Engineer or Technician.
• Experience in writing, running, and debugging VBS, Python, or PERL scripts.

• Job Type: Contract
• Location: Fully Remote
• Pay rate: $31-$33/hr
• ITAR obligations are associated with this role, U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required.

Job Title: Quality Assurance Specialist 3

Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Quality Assurance Specialist 3 with our client.

Job Description:

• This job provides quality assurance program development and implementation support including: development and evaluation of quality assurance procedures and instructions; Quality assurance oversight activities including internal and external surveys, audits, surveillances, and assessments; and interface with client's organizations performing activities affecting quality.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participates in supplier qualification surveys, implementation audits, and surveillances; internal quality assurance audits, surveillances, and assessments; may lead or participate in causal analyses.
• Supports development, evaluation, and maintenance of client's quality assurance program processes including writing instructions, procedures, and other requirement and guidance documents for the quality assurance program.
• Reviews our client's Level 2 and higher procedures for compliance with the Quality Management Plan (QMP) and the Quality Assurance Program Description (QAPD).
• Serves as a resource by providing guidance, support in the field of nuclear quality assurance to client's personnel performing activities affecting quality.
• Mentors’ others in sound approaches and standards in Quality Assurance by providing work direction and/or checking work. Able to certify as a Lead Auditor within one (1) year.

Job Qualifications:

• A minimum of a B.S. or B.A degree.
• Ten plus years of directly applicable experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Experience: A minimum of 5 years or 10 years of experience (for QA 3 and QA 4 respectively) associated with development and/or implementation of nuclear quality assurance programs.
• Commercial nuclear plant experience or work in the nuclear field is required.
• Demonstrated experience in quality oversight. Previously certified Lead Auditor in a NQA-1 or 10 CFR 50 Appendix B program required.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract
• Pay Rate Range: Market Rate
• Location: Fully Remote

Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.

About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.

• The Quality Assurance team is responsible for development, implementation and maintenance of the our quality assurance program (QAP), including supplier and internal oversight activities.
• The team is also responsible for reviewing the current QAP against new regulations, standards and quality requirements to determine steps necessary for compliance.
• An individual in this role provides subject matter expertise and leadership, including guidance, regarding compliance with applicable nuclear regulatory requirements as well as the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC).
• Frequent communications within the QA team as well as with other groups and departments as well as supplier, both written and verbal, is a key component of this role.

• Develops, evaluates, and maintains our quality assurance program processes including writing instructions, procedures, and other requirement and guidance documents for the quality assurance program.
• Reviews QAPD and NQAM for continuing compliance to Codes and regulations, identifying opportunities for improvement.  Also reviews Level 2 and higher our procedures for compliance with the Quality Assurance Program Description (QAPD) and the Nuclear Quality Assurance Manual (NQAM).
• Recommends and implements program improvements, enhancements and recommended changes. Develop and communicate training and background information cross-functionally.
• Provides guidance and support in the field of nuclear quality assurance to our personnel performing activities affecting quality.
• Mentors and trains others in sound approaches and standards regarding nuclear quality assurance, including effective interaction with cross functional teams and problem solving.
• Develops strategies, quality plans, and procedures as needed to ensure required quality codes, standards, requirements and customer expectations are met or exceeded.
• Participates in supplier qualification surveys, implementation audits, and surveillances; internal quality assurance audits, surveillances, and assessments; and root cause analyses. Serves as subject matter expert when appropriate.

• A minimum of a B.S. in Engineering or a B.S. in business, or B.A. degree required.
• A minimum of 16 years of experience associated with development and/or implementation of nuclear quality assurance programs is required.
• Thorough understanding of and extensive experience implementing nuclear quality assurance regulations, standards and guidelines such as 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, NQA-1, and ASME BPVC Section III is required.
• Extensive commercial nuclear plant or non-reactor nuclear facility related experience is required.
• Experience working with international nuclear quality codes, standards and regulations is a plus. 

• Job Type: Contract 
• Pay Rate Range: Market Rate
• Location: Fully Remote

• Monitor, triage, and investigate security alerts and events across enterprise environments using Splunk SIEM, EDR, network, cloud, and endpoint telemetry.
• Analyze security event logs from diverse sources including firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection platforms, operating systems, and cloud services to identify malicious activity.
• Perform initial and advanced analysis of security incidents, determine scope and impact, identify root cause, and recommend containment and remediation actions.
• Escalate confirmed incidents appropriately and support end-to-end incident response activities, including coordination with IT, cloud, and infrastructure teams.
• Design, validate, tune, and optimize detection logic, correlation rules, dashboards, and alerting use cases to improve signal-to-noise ratio and operational efficiency.
• Ensure log ingestion health, completeness, and fidelity across critical infrastructure and enterprise systems.
• Support onboarding and integration of new log sources into the Splunk environment, including validation of parsing, normalization, and field extraction.
• Conduct proactive threat hunting using SIEM, EDR, CASB, and cloud telemetry to identify advanced or evasive threats that bypass automated detections.
• Monitor network traffic and behavioral indicators to detect anomalies, lateral movement, privilege abuse, and data exfiltration attempts.
• Prioritize vulnerabilities and remediation efforts based on threat context, asset criticality, and business impact.
• Partner with IT and infrastructure teams to track remediation, validate fixes, and reduce recurring risk.
• Continuously improve detection coverage, response playbooks, and SOC workflows based on incident learnings and emerging threats.
• Maintain accurate documentation for detection use cases, log flows, triage procedures, threat models, and operational standards.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional security and IT teams to ensure rapid, effective response to security incidents.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in a SOC, threat detection, or incident response role with hands-on experience
• Strong expertise in threat analysis, incident investigation, and response workflows.
• Solid understanding of enterprise log sources including Windows/Linux servers, network devices, endpoints, and cloud platforms.
• Experience triaging and investigating alerts in complex, multi-platform environments.
• Familiarity with cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, or similar, including cloud-native logging and security services.
• Knowledge of detection engineering, correlation logic, MITRE ATT&CK techniques, and SOC operational best practices.
• Ability to communicate findings clearly and collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical teams.
• Comfortable operating in diverse, global environments with strong adaptability and professionalism.
• Curious, resilient, and data-driven mindset with a passion for continuous learning and threat research.
• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, Pentest+, or similar are a plus.

• Job Type: Contract:
• Pay Range: $80-$85/hr.
• Location: San Jose, CA (Onsite).

• The portfolio resource manager works in close coordination with the Portfolio Integration Manager, the Director, SMR Product Development and Commercial Project Directors, providing processes, data, and tools to enable management of multiple project’s resource loading during project planning, schedule development and execution.
• This position is specifically responsible for the development and implementation of a comprehensive resource management program that will for integrate resource demands from internal and external projects, both active and planned, identify and resolve issues, and support corporate-level and performing organization resource management efforts to enable project success.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and document a comprehensive and scalable resource management program for client's portfolio of projects, the output of which will include resource plans and periodic reporting.
• Support Project Directors and Project Managers during the project planning and execution phases to understand current portfolio resource loading and communicate project resource demands to the organization.
• Translate high-level potential future projects and change orders into forward looking resource demand forecasts to inform the organization.
• Develop tools and standards to provide visual representation of resource needs by organization, discipline, skills, etc. Provide training to work planning and execution leads and project controls teams.
• Issue periodic portfolio reporting and resource forecasting based on inputs from human resources, work planning and execution leads, and project teams.
• Lead periodic reviews of resource status (supply vs demand) by functional area.  Identify and resolve issues in coordination with functional managers.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Project Controls staff, and performing organizations to create, update, and maintain the Resource Management Plans for major projects.

Job Qualifications:

• A minimum of a B.S. or B.A. degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, Accounting, or Business Administration is required.
• Directly applicable technical working experience is required. Minimum of 8 years of full-time working experience in a portfolio resource management with a portfolio of large projects is required.
• Additional required: Exceptional organizational and multi-tasking skills, with an emphasis on coordinating conflicting demands and priorities.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Good communication, computer, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional organization skills and ability to manage complex programs/projects with multiple work phases.
• Planning, Scheduling, Last Planner, Primavera P6 (mandatory), Oracle Fusion.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract
• Pay Rate Range: Market Rate
• Location: Houston, TX

Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.

About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.

• The Senior P6 Scheduler will play a critical role in supporting the successful execution of a complex nuclear project from initial design through final client delivery.
• This position is responsible for developing, maintaining, and analyzing integrated project schedules using Primavera P6, ensuring alignment with project objectives, contractual requirements, and PMO standards.
• The role requires close collaboration with Engineering and Supply Chain teams to accurately reflect design milestones, procurement activities, manufacturing timelines, and delivery schedules.
• The Senior Scheduler will proactively identify schedule risks, analyze critical paths, and recommend mitigation strategies to maintain project performance.
• Additionally, this position will provide expert guidance on scheduling best practices, facilitate schedule reviews, and deliver clear, actionable reporting to project leadership and stakeholders.
• Applicants must have first-hand project experience in nuclear power plant outages or nuclear projects, demonstrating a deep understanding of the unique regulatory, technical, and logistical challenges inherent in the nuclear industry.
• As part of the PMO, the Senior P6 Scheduler will ensure compliance with governance standards, support change management processes, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• This is a senior-level role requiring advanced technical expertise, strong communication skills, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams in a highly regulated environment.

• Develop and Maintain Project Schedules
  • Create, update, and manage detailed project schedules using Primavera P6.
  • Ensure alignment with project scope, budget, and resource plans.
• Integrate Schedules Across Programs
  • Consolidate multiple project schedules into integrated master schedules.
  • Coordinate dependencies and interfaces between projects.
• Perform Schedule Analysis
  • Conduct critical path analysis, float analysis, and risk assessments.
  • Identify schedule variances and recommend corrective actions.
• Support Project Controls
  • Collaborate with cost engineers and project managers to align schedule and cost data.
  • Provide earned value analysis and progress reporting.
• Ensure Compliance with PMO Standards
  • Apply PMO governance, scheduling standards, and best practices.
  • Maintain consistency in coding structures, calendars, and resource assignments.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field (or equivalent experience) is required.
• An advanced degree is preferred. Alternatively, an additional 4 years (14 years total) of directly applicable working experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• A minimum of 10 years of full-time working experience in project scheduling within large-scale projects or programs in nuclear and energy, with at least 5 of those years working with Primavera P6, is required.
• Must have exceptional organizational and multi-tasking skills, with an emphasis on coordinating conflicting demands and priorities and the ability to manage complex programs/projects with multiple work phases.
• Must be able to demonstrate strong technical writing skills with excellent communication, computer, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Eligible to work under Department of Energy regulation 10 CFR, Part 810.

• Job Type: Contract
• Pay Rate Range: Market Rate
• Location: Houston, TX

• Applies technical knowledge, insight, reasoning, and decision making to perform civil structural design of Nuclear Safety-Related and Non-Safety-Related SSCs.
• Candidates should possess broad knowledge on plant design, requirement management, large and/or complex structures, and construction of reinforced concrete and steel buildings.

Job Responsibilities:

• Uses structural engineering tools and implements appropriate standards to design and review Nuclear Safety-Related and Non-Safety-Related SSCs for various material types (concrete, steel, etc).
• Interacts with other disciplines and structural engineering consultants in an effort to allow effective coordination of design activities and resolution of technical problems.
• Individuals should possess or acquire general knowledge of principles and practices of related fields in order to function on multi-disciplinary teams.
• Develops requirements documents, design specifications, design reports, and studies.
• Has the ability to oversee suppliers and review technical information (i.e. drawings, reports, specifications, calculations, etc.) to ensure it aligns with statements of work and requirements documents
• Possess strong written and oral communication skills and routinely interacts with contractors and/or regulatory bodies.

Job Qualifications:

• Education: A minimum of a B.S. degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited school is required. A registered professional engineer license (P.E.) is strongly preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of nuclear experience as a Structural Design Engineer, advance degree may offset some years of experience is required.  Additional required experience in the following areas:
• Concrete, steel, and foundation structural design and analysis.
• Working with the following codes:  ACI 349 & 318, ASCE 7, IBC, and AISC N690, Steel Construction Manual and Seismic Design Manual.
• Use of the following software is required: ANSYS
• Computer programing skills (e.g. Matlab, or Python) is preferred.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Direct Hire
• Pay Rate Range: $108,908 - $131,441 
• Location: Fully Remote

About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.

• Build automation and tools in Python.
• Develop Python-based tools and services for provisioning, configuration, monitoring, and self-service workflows.
• Experience with bare-metal provisioning and hypervisor deployment.
• Hands-on experience with OpenStack, VMware, KubeVirt, or similar virtualization platforms.
• Deep understanding of IPAM, DNS, and DHCP at enterprise scale.
• Experience operating or integrating CMDB systems as a source of truth.
• Solid knowledge of datacenter networking concepts, including Fibre Channel. Proficiency with Linux systems and troubleshooting at hardware and OS layers.
• Experience building infrastructure automation and onboarding pipelines.
• Familiarity with API-driven integrations and workflow orchestration.
• Ability to reason about infrastructure as a platform, not just individual systems.
• Comfortable working cross-functionally with hardware, network, storage, and SRE teams.
• Strong operational mindset with a focus on reliability, correctness, and supportability.
• Ability to drive ambiguous problems to clear, automated solutions.

Nice To Have:

• Experience with large-scale internal platforms or “infrastructure as a product”.
• Background in SRE or reliability engineering.
• Exposure to self-service infrastructure platforms and developer enablement.
• Experience operating in multi-datacenter or hybrid environments.
• Server Bootstrapping & Provisioning automation
• Familiar with datacenter bootstrapping services, including PXE, imaging, and initial OS/hypervisor provisioning.
• Ensure seamless handoff from hardware arrival to production-ready infrastructure.
• Improve time-to-serve metrics for new racks, clusters, and testbeds.

Job Details:

• Contract: 6 months
• Pay Rate: $65 - $72 an hour.
• Location: Dallas, TX.

Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.

About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.

• Assist in the design, testing, and integration of all electronic systems for the accelerator.
• Contribute to schematic capture, PCB layout, and component selection for key subsystems.
• Participate in the assembly, testing, and troubleshooting hardware in lab and field environments.
• Support development and debugging of embedded firmware within our data acquisition systems.
• Create and maintain technical documentation for electronic and firmware systems.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to ensure electrical systems meet performance and reliability goals.
• Support integration of electrical systems with mechanical, fluids, and software components.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of industry experience (or equivalent academic/research experience).
• Familiarity with PCB design tools (e.g., Altium, KiCad) and circuit simulation tools
• Experience working with embedded systems (e.g., RP2040, ARM, STM32, or similar).
• Knowledge of firmware is a bonus.
• Comfortable with lab tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multimeters.
• Experience with high-voltage systems, analog/mixed-signal design, or RF.
• Knowledge of best practices for EMC/EMI is a bonus.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and willingness to learn.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Job Details:
Job Type: Full-time, Direct-Hire
Pay: $120,000-200,000
Work Location: Onsite - Alameda, CA

About Protingent: Protingent is a niche provider of top Engineering and IT talent to Software, Electronics, Medical Device, Telecom, and Aerospace companies nationwide. Protingent exists to make a positive impact and contribution to the lives of others as well as our community by providing relevant, rewarding, and exciting work opportunities for our candidates. 

• Manages effort and time within the budget and schedule provided for the task.
• Understands customer requirements and prepares designs in accordance with customer and derived requirements.
• Performs a variety of structural analyses related to aircraft hardware design, mechanical assembly, and hardware integration to ensure designs meet performance requirements.
• Prepares formal, controlled engineering documentation (i.e. drawings, specifications, parts lists, interface control documents, test procedures, etc.).
• Prepares and presents design review material in support of technical interchange meetings with suppliers and external/internal customers.
• Ensures customer satisfaction in relation to projects.
• Supports system testing, trouble shooting, and problem resolution.
• Supports flight testing, data reduction, analysis, and reporting.
• Prepares test plans and reports.
• Follows safety precautions.
• Ensures that the work area and equipment are kept clean.
• Complies with established QMS procedures.

• Requires BS degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering preferred).
• 6 + years related experience in related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience with Hypermesh/Femap/Patran and Nastran is required. Experience with ANSYS or Abaqus may be substituted for 2 of the 3 years.
• Acts as the Lead Structural Analysis Engineer per procedure for very complex projects as assigned by Manager and/or Technical Lead that affect multiple systems, involve several suppliers/teaming partners, and require frequent customer interface. Performs the essential job functions listed above independently while making updates and improvements where needed to analysis methods.
• Prepares and presents design review and technical interchange material to customers.
• Reports progress in meeting customer requirements periodically.
• Mentors Level I-II Structural Analysis Engineers.
• Provides direction and oversight, both technically and programmatically, to Mechanical/Structures Engineers.
• Provides interface to other engineering design and development disciplines, ensuring that Mechanical/Structures requirements are addressed and satisfied during overall system integration.
• Supports business development efforts both in preparation of quotes and proposals as well as sales efforts.
• Monitors and reports on customer satisfaction in relation to projects.

• Job Type: Contract
• Location: Arlington, TX.
• Pay Rate Range: $75-80/hr.
• Due to government contract requirements, this position is restricted to U.S. Citizens only.

• Proactive technical leadership regarding issues related to service assurance and delivery, network reliability, and customer satisfaction
• High level analysis and identification of unique, complex, or chronic issues in the Transport network
• Ability to design and write technical bulletins, including the production and delivery of job aids, operational processes and procedures, and technical management methodologies
• In-depth knowledge and expertise in hardware/software/database operations to include fault troubleshooting for multiple Transport platforms including, Synchronous Optical Network (SONET), and ALL Digital Access Cross-Connect (DAC), such as Titan 5500 and 532L.
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of how to interpret Circuit Layout Records (CLR) and schematics.
• High level understanding of electrical transport, to include, T3, T1 and DS0
• Technical direction of personnel and contractors in Field Operations and Core and Customer Installation, Repair, and Maintenance Centers.

• 5+ years of applicable experience
• Extensive knowledge and experience in architecture, interoperability, operations, growth, maintenance, and life cycle of Transport network services, and systems
• Subject matter expert in SONET and Digital Access Cross-Connect (DACS) including lower-level applications and associated technologies and configurations
• Knowledge of Element Management Systems (EMS), Operational Support Systems (OSS), network inventory, provisioning, and other support systems
• Ability to read Circuit Layer Records and Complex Schematics/designs
• Proficiency in interpersonal communications, particularly with up and downstream personnel at all company levels.

• Job Type: Contract
• Location: Fully Remote
• Pay Rate Range: $44-$50/hr.
• ITAR obligations are associated with this role, U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required.

• Responsible for ensuring suppliers meet our client's requirements for cost, quality, delivery and service.
• Drive suppliers to continuously improve business and manufacturing processes.
• Evaluate and select suppliers.
• Guide Engineering in choosing suppliers for new products and provide DFM input to new designs.
• Monitor supplier performance.

• Select and evaluate suppliers by leading efforts to find new suppliers in an existing or new commodity.
• Conduct on-site supplier assessments as well as QMS audits and address the non-conformities.
• Work with suppliers and our client's engineering for the new product introduction to:
• Complete part production qualification process ( PPQP), which includes but not limited to delivering on the following deliverables: spFMEA, Special Process Validations, Process capability, MSA, capacity analysis ,and FAIR .
• Develop supplier ramp readiness based on forecast, supplier capacity, quality performance, and process capability.
• Perform DFM by engaging suppliers early in development cycle to feedback manufacturability improvements in the designs prior to production
• Lead and resolve the supply continuity/ quality issues at suppliers through in depth root cause and corrective actions utilizing SCARs, SCRs (Supplier Change requests) processes.
• Monitor supplier performance and initiate improvement activities.
• Drive suppliers to continually improve their business and manufacturing process performance to meet the requirements for supplier excellence including ship to stock programs using a collection of best practices in project management, Six Sigma, Lean, SPC and negotiation by leading these efforts without managerial guidance at several suppliers simultaneously.
• Develop and use metrics for supplier part cost, delivery, quality, capacity and capability by creating metrics to measure real improvement and judge required intervention or change at the supplier or in a commodity.
• Driving change to our client's specifications as necessary by understanding and changing specifications and drawings including driving the ECO process to implementation.
• Prepare and deliver supplier communications as required by independently working with suppliers on scorecard creation of QBRs, Supplier Summits, etc.
• Identify and investigate opportunities for cost reduction and/or quality improvement by judging opportunities and creating strategies to seize those opportunities, completes research and provides data-driven plans to management.

• BS degree in Engineering or equivalent, Masters degree preferred.
• Excellent knowledge of 21 CFR part 820 and ISO 13485 (experience in auditing suppliers to these standards): Certified Lead auditor preferred, but not required
• Practical knowledge of pfmeas and process validations.
• Ability to read and interpret detailed mechanical drawings and communicate technical information
• Excellent problem solving and project management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including presentations to executive level management
• A proven history of implementing Lean/6 Sigma/SPC Programs at suppliers
• Practical knowledge of part production qualification process
• Significant computer experience using Windows, Word, Excel, Access and ERP Information Systems, preferably SAP
• CAD experience with 3D modeling tools is a plus
• Experience in a high-volume medical device company is a plus
• Ability to travel to suppliers on an as needed basis – domestic and international

• Job Type: Contract
• Pay Range: $70-$75 an hour.
• Location: Sunnyvale, CA.

• Responsible for ensuring suppliers meet our client's requirements for quality, service, delivery, and cost.
• Drive suppliers to continuously improve business and manufacturing processes.
• Evaluate and select suppliers. Guide Engineering in choosing suppliers for new products and providing DFM input to new designs.
• Supports both NPI and ongoing production, monitors and works with suppliers to improve supplier performance.
• Executes detailed projects with suppliers to implement changes and improvements affecting quality, cost, capacity, risk, and sub-supplier management.
• The ideal Candidate has a track record of supporting new products launch, demonstrated collaboration with Contract Manufacturers, and preferred experience with multiple manufacturing methods, including various metal/plastics machining processes, treatments, and finishing processes. Plastic Injection Molding and Metal Injection Molding are preferred as well. The candidate also has skills in selecting and developing suppliers.

• Complete Part Qualification (PPQP) deliverables, including Supplier pFMEA, Process Validations (IQ/OQ/PQ), Inspection Reports, Gage R&R, and Process Capability Analysis.
• Work with suppliers to execute cost reductions, capacity improvements, and risk mitigation.
• Select the right process and supplier for the part, considering long-term fit and total cost of ownership.
• Manage supplier changes, including manufacturing process changes, production optimization, facility changes, new equipment qualification, and new line validations.
• Drive changes to our client's requirements as necessary by initiating and managing changes to specifications and drawings through the engineering change order process.
• Own and drive to closure supplier variances from symptoms through root cause analysis to corrective action, including careful CAPA documentation.
• Effectively prioritize and advance multiple concurrent projects and tasks.
• Clearly communicate project status to key stakeholders.
• Build, own, and relentlessly pursue a vision for developing suppliers.
• Understand the proper level of documentation detail for tracking of actions and justification of decisions.
• Generate key metrics for the team and suppliers and continually drive for the timely achievement of those metrics.
• Drive suppliers to continually improve their business and manufacturing process performance to meet the requirements for supplier excellence using a collection of best practices in project management, Six Sigma, Lean, SPC, and negotiation. Lead these efforts without managerial guidance at several suppliers simultaneously.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions for the supplier process by driving the supplier’s investigations and root cause analysis.
• Work with suppliers and our client's engineering for the new product introduction to:
• Create product supplier landscapes to determine launch readiness and report to management.
• Develop supplier ramp readiness plans by judging business risk based on forecast, supplier capacity, quality performance, and process capability.
• DFM by engaging suppliers early in the development cycle to provide feedback on manufacturability improvements in the designs prior to production.
• Influence and guide Engineering in choosing suppliers by determining selection criteria for preferred suppliers and leading the team effort to evaluate preferred suppliers.
• Review, analyze, and close customer complaints, manufacturing variance requests, and first-article inspections by judging risk analyses and justifications.
• Evaluate corrective and preventive actions at suppliers and look for opportunities with suppliers to eliminate recurrence.

• Minimum 8 years related experience with a BS Engineering degree or 6 years’ experience with an MS in Engineering
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentations to executive-level management.
• Excellent Interpersonal skills and team-building skills.
• Excellent Project Management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills along with good judgment.
• Demonstrable knowledge in evaluating and challenging supplier technical, quality, and business capabilities.
• Demonstrable knowledge of a wide range of manufacturing processes, including understanding of key input variables for quality, cost, and capacity (Machining, Plastic Injection Molding, Metal Injection Molding, and/or knowledge in Contract Manufacturing)
• Proven ability to lead teams to solve difficult technical and process problems
• Proven ability in New Product Introduction and rapid scaling in production
• Proficient in pFMEA, process validation, root cause investigation, inspection, and test techniques.
• Knowledge of document management systems and ERP Systems, preferably Agile and SAP
• Knowledge of 21 CFR part 820 and ISO 13485 preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentations to executives.
• Experience in a high-volume medical device company is a plus.
• Ability to travel to suppliers on an as-needed basis – domestic and international (approx. 25%).

• Job Type: Contract
• Pay Range: $85-$93 an hour.
• Location: Sunnyvale, CA.

• Maintain excellent acknowledgement and response time to alarms and customer calls.
• Provide high quality documentation of network failures and maintenance activity.
• Analyze, diagnose, sectionalize, isolate, and resolve trouble situations.
• Manage and correlate multiple trouble reports.
• Manage and guide restoration bridges or calls to facilitate fix with other teams.
• Provide direct support to technicians in restoration activities associated with alarm and/or outage conditions of elements managed.
• Provide follow up and closure of assigned trouble tickets.
• Knowledge of Element Management Systems (EMS), Operational Support Systems (OSS), network inventory, alarming, provisioning and other support systems is a plus
• Make port and IP assignments from connection requests
• Fulfill connection requests by configuring and testing the port.
• Migration work that may start inside a maintenance window.
• Troubleshooting central office connectivity (Ethernet, RS232, ISDN, X.25, Sync, and Async reverse telnet).

• 3+ years related experience.
• Experience with Cisco, Juniper, and Nokia platforms.
• Layers 2 & 3 switch and router configuration and troubleshooting.
• Experience with isolation of telecom equipment trouble
• Advanced customer service, organizational interaction, and teamwork skills
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Strong communication (oral and written), customer service, organizational and multi-tasking skills

• Telecom/Cable/Internet Service Provider industry IP NOC experience
• Cisco or Junos Certification
• RS232 and X.25 experience
• VRF, OSPF, BGP experience.

• Job Type: Contract
• Location: Fully Remote
• Pay rate: $23.15/hr-$28.15/hr.
• ITAR obligations are associated with this role, U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required.

• Responsible for ensuring suppliers meet our client's requirements for quality, service, delivery, and cost.
• Drive suppliers to continuously improve business and manufacturing processes. Evaluate and select suppliers.
• Guide Engineering in choosing suppliers for new products and providing DFM input to new designs.
• Supports both NPI and ongoing production, monitors and works with suppliers to improve supplier performance.
• Executes detailed projects with suppliers to implement changes and improvements affecting quality, cost, capacity, risk, and sub-supplier management.
• The ideal Candidate has a track record of supporting new products launch, demonstrated collaboration with Contract Manufacturers, and preferred experience with multiple manufacturing methods, including various metal/plastics machining processes, treatments, and finishing processes.
• Plastic Injection Molding and Metal Injection Molding are preferred as well. The candidate also has skills in selecting and developing suppliers.

• Complete Part Qualification (PPQP) deliverables, including Supplier pFMEA, Process Validations (IQ/OQ/PQ), Inspection Reports, Gage R&R, and Process Capability Analysis
• Work with suppliers to execute cost reductions, capacity improvements, and risk mitigation.
• Select the right process and supplier for the part, considering long-term fit and total cost of ownership.
• Manage supplier changes, including manufacturing process changes, production optimization, facility changes, new equipment qualification, and new line validations.
• Drive changes to our client's requirements as necessary by initiating and managing changes to specifications and drawings through the engineering change order process.
• Own and drive to closure supplier variances from symptoms through root cause analysis to corrective action, including careful CAPA documentation.
• Effectively prioritize and advance multiple concurrent projects and tasks
• Clearly communicate project status to key stakeholders
• Build, own, and relentlessly pursue a vision for developing suppliers.
• Understand the proper level of documentation detail for tracking of actions and justification of decisions.
• Generate key metrics for the team and suppliers and continually drive for the timely achievement of those metrics.
• Drive suppliers to continually improve their business and manufacturing process performance to meet the requirements for supplier excellence using a collection of best practices in project management, Six Sigma, Lean, SPC, and negotiation. Lead these efforts without managerial guidance at several suppliers simultaneously.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions for the supplier process by driving the supplier’s investigations and root cause analysis.
• Work with suppliers and our client's engineering for the new product introduction to:
• Create product supplier landscapes to determine launch readiness and report to management.
• Develop supplier ramp readiness plans by judging business risk based on forecast, supplier capacity, quality performance, and process capability.
• DFM by engaging suppliers early in the development cycle to provide feedback on manufacturability improvements in the designs prior to production.
• Influence and guide Engineering in choosing suppliers by determining selection criteria for preferred suppliers and leading the team effort to evaluate preferred suppliers.
• Review, analyze, and close customer complaints, manufacturing variance requests, and first-article inspections by judging risk analyses and justifications.
• Evaluate corrective and preventive actions at suppliers and look for opportunities with suppliers to eliminate recurrence.

• Minimum 6 years related experience with a BS Engineering degree or 4 years’ experience with an MS in Engineering
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentations to executive-level management.
• Excellent Interpersonal skills and team-building skills.
• Excellent Project Management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills along with good judgment.
• Demonstrable knowledge in evaluating and challenging supplier technical, quality, and business capabilities.
• Demonstrable knowledge of a wide range of manufacturing processes, including understanding of key input variables for quality, cost, and capacity (Machining, Plastic Injection Molding, Metal Injection Molding, and/or knowledge in Contract Manufacturing)
• Proven ability to lead teams to solve difficult technical and process problems
• Proven ability in New Product Introduction and rapid scaling in production
• Proficient in pFMEA, process validation, root cause investigation, inspection, and test techniques
• Knowledge of document management systems and ERP Systems, preferably Agile and SAP
• Knowledge of 21 CFR part 820 and ISO 13485 preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentations to executives
• Experience in a high-volume medical device company is a plus
• Ability to travel to suppliers on an as-needed basis – domestic and international (approx. 25%).

• Job Type: Contract
• Pay Range: $65-$72 an hour.
• Location: Sunnyvale, CA.

• Perform calibration, characterization, and validation of RF systems, subsystems, and components.
• Develop and execute automated test scripts in Python to streamline RF test workflows.
• Operate, configure, and troubleshoot common RF test equipment (spectrum analyzers, signal generators, VNAs, oscilloscopes, power meters, etc.).
• Maintain and optimize test setups within Linux-based environments.
• Analyze and interpret test results, identify root causes of anomalies, and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate with design engineers to provide feedback and improve RF hardware performance.
• Maintain calibration records, test documentation, and compliance with quality standards.
• Support continuous improvement of test methodologies and calibration processes.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in RF testing, calibration, or related engineering roles.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of RF fundamentals (S-parameters, impedance, gain, noise figure, linearity, etc.).
• Proficiency in Python scripting for test automation and data analysis.
• Experience with Linux environments (command-line, scripting, automation tools).
• Skilled in the use of RF test equipment (spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, power meters, etc.).
• Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

• Job Type: Contract
• Location: Redmond, WA.
• Pay Rate Range: $65-95/hr.\
• Due to government contract requirements, this position is restricted to U.S. Citizens 

• Architect and drive the execution of our hybrid cloud strategy. You will design the networking, security, and compute abstraction layers that allow seamless workload mobility between on-premises high-performance computing (HPC) and AWS.
• Serve as the primary architect for our Kubernetes-based developer framework. You will identify and implement core improvements to the framework to enhance scalability, cost tracking and access control, reduce configuration complexity, and increase developer velocity.
• Lead organization-wide initiatives to harden service reliability. You will define the standards for observability, failover strategies, and production-grade stability across all platform-layer services.
• Prototype and deploy GenAI-focused tooling and agents to automate Platform Engineering tasks. This includes leveraging LLMs for automated incident response, predictive infrastructure scaling, and intelligent log analysis.
• Act as the final technical authority for infrastructure decisions, ensuring all new platform services align with long-term scalability and security goals.

• Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
• 12+ years in Software or Infrastructure Engineering, with significant experience in a Principal or Architect capacity
• Deep, expert-level knowledge of Kubernetes internals and ecosystem (EKS, Operators (KubeRay, ArgoWorkflow, Airflow), Service Mesh, GitOps)
• Proven track record of designing and migrating complex workloads between on-prem data centers and AWS
• Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform/CloudFormation, Terraform Cloud/Spacelift/Atlantis) and advanced observability tooling (OpenTelemetry, Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog)
• Expert in architecting AI-driven operations, leveraging LLMs and agentic workflows to automate incident response, predictive scaling, and intelligent system observability
• Demonstrated ability to influence technical roadmaps across an entire engineering organization and mentor senior technical staff.

• Expert-level experience managing and architecting solutions using Equinix datacenter products and services (e.g., Equinix Fabric, Network Edge, Metal) to enable high-speed hybrid cloud connectivity (AWS Direct Connect)
• Prior experience in the Autonomous Vehicle, Robotics, or large-scale IoT/Fleet Management industries.
• Experience leading technical projects in a globally distributed team
• Proven expertise in CI/CD orchestration, build systems (Bazel), frameworks

• Job Type: Direct Hire
• Location: Remote
• Pay Rate Range: $175,000-$234,250.

• Metrics to define standards for productivity, quality, and cost. Incumbent is responsible for meeting all defined standards
• Proficient in essential functions of Assembler 1 role
• Troubleshoot and repair simple/basic electronic components, subassemblies, assemblies, and/or instruments according to defined procedures and instructions
• Functional test items of intermediate-level complexity—electronic components, subassemblies, assemblies, and/or instruments—according to defined procedures and instructions
• Train level 1 Test Technicians
• Actively suggest ideas for process improvements and cost savings (improve time, reduce waste, etc.)
• Follow all environmental health and safety policies and procedures; model safe work practices
• Responsible for contributing to and supporting a positive and respectful workplace environment
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Associate’s Degree in Electronics or higher is preferred
• Two years of complex assembly experience, preferably in aerospace, required
• Demonstrated proficiency with advanced soldering of small parts/components
• Two to five years of practical experience working with complex electronic test equipment in a troubleshooting and repair environment
• Military or trade school training in electronics, including digital and analog theory and solid-state circuitry, highly preferred
• Demonstrated proficiency in reading, interpreting, and understanding written requirements, procedures, and specifications in relation to assigned tasks
• Demonstrated proficiency in reading, interpreting, and understanding wiring diagrams, assembly drawings, circuit schematics, engineering change orders, and customer service repair instructions
• Intermediate-level soldering skill required
• Ability to work with all types of electronic test equipment
• Strong focus and attention to detail
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision; ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Effective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong focus on customer service
• Ability to quickly master new business knowledge and technical skills
• Comfortable working with computers and quickly learning/mastering new software and programs
• Intermediate level of proficiency with Microsoft Suite.

• Job Type: Contract to hire
• Location: Everett, Washington (Osnite).
• Pay Rate Range: $32/hr – $37/hr.
• ITAR obligations are associated with this role; U.S. Citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required.

• Metrics to define standards for productivity, quality, and cost.  Incumbent is responsible for meeting all defined standards.
• Proficient in essential functions of Assembler 1 role
• Use work instructions, schematics, blueprints, wiring lists, parts lists, and verbal and written instructions to assemble, build, modify or reassemble intermediate-level assemblies and mechanical subassemblies such as but not limited to front panels
• Correctly solder wires to connectors
• Accurately execute component touch-up and rework
• Efficiently pick and issue materials
• Perform in-process inspection
• Train Assembler 1 employees
• Actively suggest ideas for process improvements and cost savings (improve time, reduce waste, etc.)
• Follow all environmental health and safety policies and procedures, models safe work practices
• Responsible for contributing to and supporting a positive and respectful workplace environment.

• IPC Certification
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• One year of small parts assembly experience, preferably in aerospace, required
• Demonstrated proficiency with intermediate level soldering of small parts/components
• Use of hand tools and experience with assembling from schematics
• Intermediate general software competence and ability to use Office Suite
• Strong focus and attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong focus on customer service
• Ability to quickly master new business knowledge and technical skills

• Job Type: Contract to hire
• Location: Everett, Washington.
• Shift Times: M – Th: 6a – 3:30p, F: 6a – 2:30p
• Pay Rate Range: $26/hr-$29.00/hr
• ITAR obligations are associated with this role; U.S. Citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required.

• Seeking a Technical Presentation Designer & Visual Storyteller to support our Marketing Communications team.
• This role is for someone who loves communicating through PowerPoint – not just how slides look, but how ideas are structured and sequenced.
• You will help the team and stakeholders transform complex data, technical concepts, and results into compelling visual stories.
• You will be responsible for creating executive-ready presentations and designing scalable PowerPoint systems/templates that are easily replicated. And, when helpful, capturing and editing lightweight video content that helps bring those stories to life.

• Presentation Narrative & Content Strategy:
  • Collaborate directly with stakeholders to clarify goals, audience needs, and key messages.
  • Refine content by identifying the most important information and what should be removed to improve clarity, pacing, and emphasis.
  • Translate complex concepts, data, text-heavy content, and technical concepts into digestible, logical visual flows.
  • Design slide flows that guide understanding, not just visual appeal.
  • Content may be for keynote style presentations used externally or for internal use (All Hands, pitch decks, etc.).
• PowerPoint Design & Data Visualization:
  • You will create executive-ready PowerPoint presentations that align with the Semiconductor brand guidelines.
  • Transform data into clear, meaningful infographics, charts, and diagrams that communicate the message instantly to the audience.
  • Apply excellent attention to detail regarding typography, hierarchy, grids, and brand alignment to ensure a consistent polish across all slides.
  • Be a visual storyteller who can leverage both their design acumen and technical fluency to elevate our communications.
• PowerPoint Templates:
  • Design and maintain robust PowerPoint templates, master slides, and layout systems that allow teams to move faster and maintain brand consistency.
  • Optimize slides for reuse, adaptability, and long-term maintainability.
• Video Capture & Editing:
  • Translate presentation narratives into short-form video content (e.g. explainers, walkthroughs, internal updates).
  • Capture high-quality video using lightweight setups (phone, webcam, basic lighting/audio).
  • Ensure video content aligns with slide narratives/messaging/team direction.
  • Provide video edits as needed (adding subtitles, cutting video, adding text, etc.).

• 7+ years of experience in presentation design, narrative design, communications, and/or marketing/technical marketing.
• Deep expertise in Microsoft PowerPoint is required, including the creation and use of master slides, complex layouts, and lightweight animation.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud Applications for creating custom digital design assets.
• A digital portfolio is required that demonstrates a passion for presentation and data visualization. Samples should include PowerPoint presentations, infographics, videos, and examples of complex information made simple.
• BA, BS, MA, or MFA equivalent field (or equivalent experience).

• Job Type: Contract
• Pay Range: $65-$75 an hour.
• Location: San Jose, CA.

• Uses metrics to define standards for productivity, quality, and cost. Incumbent is responsible for meeting all defined standards
• Set up and run multi-axis CNC machines, including but not limited to mills and lathes
• Proficient in essential functions of CNC Machinist 1 role
• Read and interpret complex blueprints, planning sheets, sketches, and related technical data to determine tooling requirements, setup procedures, control settings, and machining methods/sequences
• Select and install cutting tools; mount fixtures and workpieces; load required programs
• Calculate and set machine controls to position spindle in relation to the workpiece
• Select and set cutting tools, depths, speeds, and feeds to meet drawing requirements
• Train Level 1 CNC Machinists
• Actively suggest ideas for process improvements and cost savings (improve time, reduce waste, etc.)
• Follow all environmental health and safety policies and procedures; model safe work practices
• Contribute to and support a positive and respectful workplace environment
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Two years of experience (or equivalent education) as a CNC Machinist
• Demonstrated proficiency in machine setup in addition to basic operation
• Aerospace industry experience is a plus
• Thorough working knowledge of shop math and geometric tolerances
• Proficient in the use of precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, indicators, height gages)
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision and as part of a team
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong focus on customer service
• Ability to quickly learn and apply new technical skills.

• Job Type: Contract to hire
• Location: Everett, Washington (on-site)
• Pay Rate Range: $34-$35/hr.
• ITAR obligations are associated with this role; U.S. Citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required.

• The Renewal Operations Specialist is a key individual contributor on the Renewal team that consistently delivers market leading retention rates and more.
• The Renewal team is a culmination of individuals who are passionate about customer loyalty committed to bringing the right people together with the intention of securing and growing our revenue.
• This role will be focused on ensuring the new deals that build from the installed base are being quoted accurately with the intent to align expiration dates and streamline the renewal process; inclusive of what was originally purchased to align with Finance expectations.
• This individual will assist the Renewal team review, revise, report, and upgrade opportunities that impact the installed base and build algorithms with our Business Intelligence Team.
• The importance of building SOX compliance processes and a solid reporting structure to our business is a key initiative as we look to the future, and you would be integral in making this happen.
• Your ability to drive business process, manage heavy transaction workloads with a keen attention to detail will enable the team to secure more revenue prior to the maintenance expiration date ultimately removing the risk of reducing the contract value. Focusing on accuracy upfront will allow for predictability as we look to secure the renewals.

• Accountable for reviewing and checking accuracy with upgrades executed by the field and Inside Account teams
• Work closely with Renewal, Sales and Finance teams to get upgrades to co-term to existing renewal dates
• Responsible for assisting the team with verifying pricing and data to ensure accuracy in the internal tools
• Fulfills installed base requests for field
• Accountable for data related projects that help improve the Renewal reporting
• Builds Renewal opportunities in SalesForce with corresponding quotes.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 2+ years experience in sales operations and or contract administration
• Solid SalesForce aptitude
• Ability to organize and prioritize activities
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Organizational and follow up skills, problem solving and analytical skills
• Inventory/installed base management experience is a plus
• Ability to take initiative, work flexibly, and adhere to priorities with minimal direct supervision.

• Job Type: Contract
• Pay Range: $40-$45 an hour.
• Location: Santa Clara, CA.

• The Mechanical Engineer designs operating room equipment including patient support structures, electromechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic actuators, and accessories.
• Contributes to product innovation through out-of-the-box thinking and drives product concepts to production.
• Maintains current knowledge of competitive technologies across medical, technical, manufacturing, and materials developments related to company products.
• Maintains complete, accurate, and timely design history documentation, including testing methods.

Job Responsibilities:

• Work independently or within cross-functional development teams to design, develop, and test products that meet system specifications
• Participate in New Product Introduction (NPI) to ensure product designs are optimized for manufacturing
• Evaluate field input from Service and Marketing regarding product performance
• Maintain ongoing collaboration with Manufacturing and Marketing to meet and improve product needs
• Contribute to product improvement and cost reduction initiatives
• Participate in vendor selection, sustaining engineering, QC inspection, and material review board activities
• Assist other engineers and designers with technical input; lead projects as needed
• Maintain clear verbal and written communication

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 5–8 years of design experience with a focus on product design
• Proficiency with CAD software, preferably SolidWorks
• Strong ability to apply engineering principles to solve problems, analyze data, and draw conclusions
• Experience designing mechanical parts and assemblies with a focus on innovation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with electromechanical design (motor selection, couplings, bearings, gearbox design, drivetrain integration, sensor integration, electronics packaging)
• Familiarity with structural design using both hand calculations and software
• Familiarity with mechanism design (cams, linkages, actuators, jigs, fixtures)
• Experience designing mechanical user interfaces (adjustment devices, touchpoints).

Job Details:

• Job Type: Direct Hire
• Salary Range: $124K–$142K.
• Location: Union City, CA.

About Protingent: Protingent is an award-winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation—from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.

• Uses metrics to define standards for productivity, quality, and cost. Incumbent is responsible for meeting all defined standards
• May be assigned to any one of the major areas, including but not limited to:
  • Solution clean
  • Polish
  • Deburr
  • Straightening
  • Saw
  • Vibratory
• Sample functions in these areas include but are not limited to:
  • Perform deburring according to established standards
  • Scrape or rub parts with file, wire brush, or buffing cloths
  • Hold part against buffing or grinding wheel
  • Mount part on revolving spindle or chuck and hold or move tools (file, abrasive stone, or cloth) against workpiece to file, grind, polish, or buff surfaces
  • Clean interior surfaces of holes
  • Change tools on powered equipment
  • Apply abrasive compound, wax, or other dressing to facilitate cleaning or polishing operations
  • Operate a saw or other powered cutting tool
  • Select type of finish per work instructions to determine amount of metal to be removed
  • Perform general finishing processes, including solution clean
  • Clean up parts, machines, and work areas
  • Perform detailed periodic machine maintenance
  • Examine parts for acceptability of finish
  • Actively suggest ideas for process improvements and cost savings (improve time, reduce waste, etc.)
  • Follow all environmental health and safety policies and procedures; model safe work practices
  • Contribute to and support a positive and respectful workplace environment
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• No experience necessary
• Experience using hand tools and a tape measure required
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong focus on customer service
• Ability to quickly learn and apply new technical skills.

• Job Type: Contract to hire
• Location: Everett, Washington (Osnite)
• Pay Rate Range: $21-$26/hr.
• ITAR obligations are associated with this role; U.S. Citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required.

Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting Contract Senior Mechanical Engineer opportunity located in Bellevue, WA. This role supports a high-visibility development program for next-generation automated logistics and identification platforms, requiring an independent architect who can lead the mechanical development of sensor-heavy, compute-integrated hardware.

Job Description: This role is for a Mechanical Systems Architect who can operate with high autonomy during a program’s early-stage development. You will own the mechanical architecture for platforms utilizing Machine Learning (ML) sensors, high-resolution camera modules, and Edge-AI processing units, ensuring seamless system integration and thermal stability before the design transitions to the broader team.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead Architecture: Drive mechanical design from initial concept through production for a new suite of automated identification and data capture (AIDC) platforms.

• System Integration: Act as the primary mechanical lead for integrating complex sub-systems, including precision optical modules, structured light projectors, and high-density Inference/Processing boards.

• Thermal Management: Perform advanced thermal simulations (SolidWorks Flow or similar) to manage the heat signatures of Edge-computing modules in enclosed industrial or vehicle environments.

• Opto-Mechanical Design: Design high-precision, vibration-isolated mounts and enclosures for optical sensors to ensure calibration stability in dynamic environments.

• Requirements Leadership: Partner with ML, Optical, and Electrical Engineering stakeholders to gather and prioritize requirements for "blank-sheet" hardware programs.

• Design Optimization: Lead material selection and structural design with a focus on static/dynamic rigidity and efficient heat dissipation.

• Documentation: Develop detailed engineering drawings utilizing proper GD&T (ASME Y14.5) for high-precision assemblies.

• Vendor Management: Manage relationships with external vendors and manufacturing partners to ensure architectural intent is maintained through design transfer.

Job Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or equivalent.

• Experience: 7+ years of mechanical design experience, specifically within industrial vision, autonomous sensors, or high-density compute hardware.

• Architectural Mindset: Proven track record of architecting early-stage, "0-to-1" hardware products independently.

• Technical Tools: Proficiency with SolidWorks (required) and experience with PDM/PLM environments.

• Manufacturing Knowledge: Strong understanding of high-volume manufacturing (injection molding, die casting, sheet metal).

• Integration Expertise: Experience integrating electronics, thermal solutions, and sensors into a unified, ruggedized mechanical package.

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• Thermal Simulation: Proficiency with FEA/CFD simulation tools for active and passive cooling of high-TDP (Thermal Design Power) electronics.

• Opto-Mechanical Exposure: Familiarity with mounting and aligning CMOS sensors, lens barrels, or projection systems.

• Environmental Context: Experience designing for high-vibration environments (Automotive, Aerospace, or Robotics).

• Prototyping: Experience building rapid test platforms to validate Embedded Vision or Machine Learning hardware concepts.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract
• Location: Bellevue, WA (Onsite).
• Pay Rate Range: $95-125/hr.

Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan

About Protingent: Protingent is a niche provider of top Engineering and IT talent to product development companies nationwide. Protingent exists to make a positive impact and contribution to the lives of others as well as our community by providing relevant, rewarding, and exciting work opportunities for our candidates.

Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting Contract Senior Electrical Engineer opportunity located in Bellevue, WA. This role supports a high-visibility development program for next-generation automated logistics platforms, requiring an independent architect to lead the development of high-speed compute hardware and complex system integration.

Job Description: This is an architect-level role for an engineer who can define the hardware roadmap for high-compute platforms. You will be responsible for deciding whether to leverage existing modules or design custom sub-systems, owning the architecture of SoC-based motherboards that support machine learning, computer vision, and high-speed data processing.

Job Responsibilities:

• System Architecture: Lead the electrical design for "blank-sheet" programs, creating System Block Diagrams and defining the compute strategy (SoC vs. SoM).

• High-Speed Design: Design and optimize complex PCBAs incorporating SoCs (Qualcomm, MediaTek, or similar) and high-speed interfaces like PCIe, UFS, and DDR memory.

• Circuit Design & Simulation: Develop detailed schematics with a focus on Power Tree design for high-compute modules and robust Signal/Power Integrity (SI/PI).

• Layout Leadership: Drive the physical board layout in Altium or Cadence, ensuring high-speed routing constraints and thermal requirements are met.

• System Integration: Partner with Mechanical and Optical teams to integrate camera modules, sensors, and projection systems into a unified hardware package.

• Independent Bring-up: Lead initial board "bring-up," debugging hardware/firmware interfaces using oscilloscopes and logic analyzers.

• Technical Leadership: Act as the primary technical lead to drive programs forward independently during early-stage development and team transitions.

Job Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.

• Experience: 7+ years of experience in high-speed digital design for Mobile, Tablet, Automotive (ADAS), or Medical Imaging hardware.

• Architecture: Proven track record of architecting SoC-level products (not just microcontroller-based gadgets).

• Interface Expertise: Deep experience with high-speed protocols: PCIe, UFS, USB-C, and MIPI.

• Tools: Expert proficiency with Altium Designer and/or Cadence Allegro/OrCAD (Schematic and Layout).

• Power Electronics: Strong understanding of high-current Power Converters and multi-rail power sequencing.

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• Industry Background: Experience with Automotive ADAS certification, Cell phone memory/camera integration, or Surface/Tablet motherboard design.

• Simulation: Proficiency in HyperLynx, Sigrity, or SPICE for signal and power integrity validation.

• Optical Integration: Familiarity with integrating Optical/Camera modules and image processing hardware.

• Firmware Literacy: Ability to communicate effectively with Firmware/Software teams to debug low-level hardware drivers.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract
• Location: Bellevue, WA (Onsite preferred; strong remote candidates considered).
• Pay Rate Range: $100-$130/hr (Estimated based on seniority and location).

Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.

About Protingent: Protingent is a niche provider of top Engineering and IT talent to product development companies nationwide. Protingent exists to make a positive impact and contribution to the lives of others as well as our community by providing relevant, rewarding, and exciting work opportunities for our candidates.

• Manufacture, assemble, and test custom machine hardware according to written procedures, engineering models, work orders, drawings, and specifications.
• Setup new production work areas, including tooling and equipment.
• Perform second-party verifications and hardware inspections of engineering models, drawings, specifications, and written procedures.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and correct malfunctions by modification, rework, repair, and/or maintenance.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for recurrence control.
• Operate various material handling equipment including forklifts, overhead cranes, aerial lifts, flight vehicle and subassembly transportation equipment.
• Setup and operate a wide range of precision calibrated tools including, but not limited to, torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers, laser trackers, height gauges, and optical measuring instruments.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement projects for area safety and efficiency.
• Perform routine maintenance functions such as daily clean-up of work areas to support 5S, FOD, and ESD.

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent experience.
• Experience Interpreting engineering models, drawings, specifications, written work instructions, test procedures and P&IDs.
• Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts around critical hardware.
• Experience using common assembly and integration tools.
• Climb ladders/stairs and work in small, restricted areas.
• Work at heights on work stands and in lifts.
• Perform repetitive work, including lifting of items up to 40lbs.
• Experience with verbal and written communication of technical data, results, and associated tools (confluence, MS-Office suite).

• Industry certification, trade school training, and/or degree in a related field.
• Work effectively with a strong work ethic and close attention to detail in a fast-paced dynamic team environment with rapidly changing roles and responsibilities.
• Experience in handling large/expensive components.
• Experience in assembling large tight-tolerance structures.
• Experience in new product introduction.
• Experience in a team-based Lean Manufacturing environment.

• Job Type: Contract
• Location: Kent, WA.
• Pay Rate Range: $47-$53/hr.
• ITAR obligations are associated with this role, U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required.

• Operate experimental systems, engineering test equipment, and supporting laboratory infrastructure in support of research and development activities.
• Monitor and control operating parameters including temperature, pressure, flow, and system levels to maintain safe and effective test conditions.
• Start, stop, and adjust mechanical and electrical equipment as required during experimental operations.
• Assist with the fabrication, assembly, installation, and modification of experimental systems, piping, vessels, instrumentation, and prototype equipment.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on laboratory equipment including pumps, motors, heaters, sensors, and instrumentation.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and control system issues and support repair activities.
• Collect operational data, record test results, and maintain accurate laboratory and operational documentation.
• Support engineers and scientists in the development, testing, and refinement of experimental systems and procedures.
• Perform equipment inspections, system pressure checks, leak testing, and energy isolation procedures including lockout/tagout (LOTO).
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation to support equipment assembly and troubleshooting.
• Maintain laboratory spaces, tools, and equipment in an organized and safe working condition.
• Follow company safety procedures, laboratory protocols, and quality assurance requirements.

• High school diploma or GED required. Associate degree or post-secondary technical training in instrumentation, electronics, mechanical technology, or a related technical field preferred.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience in industrial operations, laboratory testing, mechanical maintenance, or technical field support. Relevant military or technical school training may substitute for industrial experience.
• Knowledge of operation and maintenance of mechanical equipment including pumps, motors, valves, piping systems, and related industrial components.
• Experience working with electrical systems up to 480 VAC and familiarity with diagnostic tools such as multimeters and basic electrical test equipment.
• Understanding of basic process instrumentation including temperature, pressure, and flow measurement devices.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, piping diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems.
• Mechanical assembly skills and proficiency using standard hand tools and shop equipment.
• Ability to accurately record operational or laboratory data and maintain clear technical documentation.
• Experience working in radioactive and/or contaminated environments is a plus.
• Basic computer proficiency including word processing, spreadsheets, and software used for equipment monitoring or data acquisition.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary technical teams.
• Travel Required: 0-5%.

• Job Type: Contract
• Pay Rate Range: $48-$63/hr (Pay rates are approved based on candidate location, education and experience)
• Location: Everett, WA.
• Export control regulations require candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Legal Permanent Resident, or of a protected person status

• Actively participate in the development of the nuclear packaging and transportation program to ensure of equipment and services readiness in compliance with reactor's schedule needs, including:
• Packaging-related activities:
  • Participate in design, procedure, and test reviewsEnsure that schedules related to shipping containers are maintained
  • Develop specifications and testing documentation
  • Help ensure compliance with 10CFR 71 and 49 CFR regulations
  • Support Company 10 CFR50 QA program in all packaging-related activities
  • Support onsite oversight during fabrication of shipping containers, as needed
  • Interface with the teams from Company and various companies for the use of the shipping containers
  • Interface with the teams from Company and various companies through design, testing, licensing and fabrication of the shipping containers
  • Interface with Procurement and Contract Administrators from procurement through delivery of the shipping containers
  • Evaluate packaging needs based on different reactor scenarios to ensure that equipment will be available to support reactor operations
• Transportation-related activities:
  • Assist in development of Company's strategy for procurement of transportation services in collaboration with procurement and other stakeholders
  • Participate actively in the Company nuclear material transportation risk management plan
  • Support the development of safety and security transportation procedures in compliance with Class 7 regulations
  • Act as the Company point of contact for all technical aspects related to nuclear material packaging and transportation
  • Influence Company's development of a fleet logistics program to support scaling of reactor deployment.

• Education – Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent preferred, but degrees in other disciplines will be considered.
• Candidate should have 2-10 years of engineering experience.
• Familiarity with nuclear industry and terminology from experience with a nuclear logistics provider, commercial nuclear power station, fuel fabricator, National Lab, US Navy Nuclear program, or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret regulations from multiple government entities having purview over shipment of radioactive materials.
• Familiarity with hazardous material transport truck transport, especially Class 7 materials, is desirable.
• Familiarity with nuclear fuel fabrication, shipping container design and fabrication, and/or transportation of radioactive materials is desirable.
• Familiarity with austenitic steel fabrication.
• Comfortable working with Regulatory Guides.
• Ability to critically evaluate detailed engineering models and drawings.
• Ability to write high-quality documents such as engineering documents, transportation guides and procedures, risk management plans, etc.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work with minimum direction to solve challenging problems.
• Ability to work on multiple tasks concurrently during a given work week with a distributed team.
• Travel Required: 0-5%.

• Job Type: Contract
• Pay Rate Range: $37 -$74/hr (Pay rates are approved based on candidate location, education and experience)
• Location: Bellevue, WA or 100% Remote Acceptable
• Export control regulations require candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Legal Permanent Resident, or of a protected person status

• Responsible for interfacing and supporting geographically diverse and international design team members to develop supporting design documentation. The design team members include in-house and subcontracted resources and may include partner/customer resources as well.
• Lead design of cyber security control implementation and supporting digital systems from system and sub-system functional requirements through final design.
• Develop and review plant communication systems and component-level specifications and scopes of work.
• Perform engineering and design evaluations in the application of nuclear codes and standards, licensing requirements, and NRC regulations.
• Provide technical direction and guidance to engineers in applicable nuclear and non-nuclear related physical security design standards.
• Specify and describe Digital Asset control implementation techniques for use in sodium fast reactor and integrated energy storage technology environments, including analysis of Digital Asset system function impacts.
• Analyze and apply regulatory criteria and standards to complex instrumentation and control digital system architecture
• Develop and review technical design documents, such as System Requirements Documents, System Design Descriptions, Interface Control Documents, Engineering Design Specifications, etc.
• Create and manage drawing packages of system and sub-system designs, including but not limited to P&IDs, control system architecture drawings, control logic and loop diagrams, and instrument installation drawings, etc.
• Generate integrated design package for key security systems and communication sub-systems.
• Provide technical direction and oversight of supplier projects, working with the contract administrator to ensure delivery of data and other deliverables to meet Company requirements, as well as coordination and performance of technical reviews of deliverables.
• Support continuous learning and application of nuclear industry best practices to maintain the highest quality of engineering design and proactively identify process change/enhancement opportunities.
• Integrate security systems architecture with work of other disciplines, engineers, scientists, and subject matter experts.
• Interface with and support licensing activities associated with the Cyber and Physical Security Plans

• B.S. or higher in Engineering, Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited university and 6+ years direct experience with proven security digital systems architecture skills. Higher education will count toward years of experience.
• Candidates must have experience in instrumentation and controls digital system development, integration, and a demonstrated ability to design and deliver industrial digital systems and report data accordingly.
• Previous experience with maintaining or designing nuclear (Cyber or Physical) security systems is mandatory.
• Familiar with IEEE and IEC standards desired but not required.
• Familiarity with the Nuclear Cyber Security Plan is desired but not required.
• Familiarity with implementing design control and development in accordance with nuclear power plant quality assurance (e.g., 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, ASME NQA-1).
• Ability to handle projects that include many competing objectives and design constraints, with ability to resolve conflicts between objectives.
• Familiarity with working with and/or developing industrial process flow diagrams (PFD) and piping & instrument diagrams (P&ID) desired but not required.
• Experience with CAD software to deliver design deliverables (e.g., AutoCAD Standard, AutoCAD Electrical, or SolidWorks), desired but not required.
• Excellent technical writing, communication, and presentation skills.
• Attention to detail and aspiration for technical excellence.
• Candidate must be a self-starter and possess the ability to coordinate and lead a design team’s effort with minimal direction.
• Ability to work on multiple simultaneous tasks that require a multi-disciplinary approach.
• Experience with formal digital system design implementation with testing procedures is desired but not required.
• The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork. Will actively support the Company guiding principles.
• Actual position starting level and title will be determined based on assessment of qualifications.
• Travel Required: 0-5%.

• Job Type: Contract
• Pay Rate Range: $56-$95/hr (Pay rates are approved based on candidate location, education and experience)
• Location: REMOTE
• Export control regulations require candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Legal Permanent Resident, or of a protected person status

•  Oversight of first of multiple large nuclear fluid pumps through design and manufacture.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering activities, ensuring project teams meet scope, technical performance, and schedule expectations.
• Provide oversight to partners and subcontractors developing mechanical system designs for the reactor.
• Provide technical direction and oversight of supplier projects, working with the Contract Administrator and Supplier Project Engineer to ensure delivery of data and other deliverables, as well as coordination and performance of technical reviews of deliverables. 
• Coordinate technical interfaces and handoffs between Company, partners, and interfacing project teams to enable cohesive design and fabrication strategies.
• Identify, communicate, and help resolve emerging technical issues and risks, ensuring Engineering and Project Management are consistently informed.
• Identify and ensure effective application of correct design codes into the design of plant systems such as ASME, ANS, ASTM, IEEE, NFPA, etc. 
• Support planning efforts and maintain schedule adherence for design activities within a system, as well as their integration with an overall plant design delivery schedule. 
• Interface with the design team to create and manage drawing packages of system designs, including but not limited to Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), 3D models, and system interface drawings. 
• Establish and maintain system requirements and specification documents, such as Engineering Design Specifications for major plant equipment. 
• Propose, initiate, and oversee testing programs for plant system qualification, as needed. 
• Generate design package for systems, sub-systems, and equipment designs including coordination of calculations, design reports, mechanical drawings, and engineering design specifications. 

•  B.S. in Mechanical or related discipline from an accredited university and 10+ years direct experience with proven mechanical systems skills. 
• Experience with component design and manufacture
• Supplier/Contractor coordination and project management experience required
• Experience with full hardware lifecycle, from cradle to grave
• Strong mechanical aptitude with demonstrated experience in fluid and structural analysis, tolerance analysis, and the ability to read engineering drawings.
• Excellent technical writing, communication, and presentation skills. 
• Attention to detail and aspiration for technical excellence. 
• Candidate must be a self-starter and possess ability to coordinate and lead a design team’s effort with minimal direction. 
• Ability to handle projects that include many competing objectives and design constraints, with ability to resolve conflicts between objectives. 
• Ability to work on simultaneous tasks that require a multi-disciplinary approach. 
• The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork.
• Actual position starting level and title will be determined based on assessment of qualifications.

• Contract
• Pay Rate Range: $69 - $115*Pay rates are approved based on candidate location, education and experience*
• Location: Burlington, VT (Onsite)
• Travel Required: 0-5%
• Export control regulations require candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Legal Permanent Resident, or of a protected person status

• Develop system models and perform safety analysis of Anticipated Operational Occurrence (AOO), Design Basis Event (DBE), and Design Basis Accident (DBA) for the Demonstration reactor.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish core and reactor SSC functional, performance, safety, and quality requirements as well as support the overall design.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate NEI 18-04 Licensing Basis Event (LBE) analyses and findings into licensing documentation and project design activities.
• Contribute to the safety method development, such as code assessment, scaling analysis, code verification and validation activities, etc.
• Develop and maintain documentation of model development and analysis results.
• Perform engineering reviews of other engineering analysis and design deliverables, such as ASME design transients
• Assess plant transient benchmark tests, identify applicable tests relevant to the reactor and perform benchmark calculations.
• Contribute to the Company software framework implementation of capabilities required for transient and accident analysis.

• Extensive experience in nuclear safety analysis, nuclear reactor system modeling.
• Significant experience with safety analysis software such as RELAP5, TRACE, TRAC, SAS4A/SASSYS-1, or other nuclear system analysis software.
• Experience in transient and accident analysis for submittals to NRC, such as Chapter 15 in the Final Safety Analysis Report (FSAR), is highly desired.
• Knowledgeable of nuclear systems thermal-hydraulic fundamentals as well as reactor dynamics and transient phenomena.
• Knowledgeable of nuclear reactor core physics such as neutron transport theory and reactivity feedback.
• Knowledgeable of nuclear reactor instrumentation and control systems, and related modeling approaches in the safety analysis computer code.
• Familiarity with nuclear design, regulatory requirements, and risk-informed performance-based technology guidance for Non-Light Water Reactors is required.
• Familiarity with EMDAP and Regulatory Guide 1.203 is preferred.
• Experience with SFR safety analysis or methods is highly desirable. Experience with other reactor designs, such as Light Water Reactors (LWRs), can be considered when differentiating candidates.
• Demonstrated strong quantitative, analytical, modeling and reporting skills.
• Understanding NQA-1 requirements associated with analysis and software management as well as experience working under a quality assurance program.
• Experience in working in multi-disciplinary engineering teams to address engineering challenges.
• Strong software engineering skills in any language, such as Python, Fortran, or C++, is a plus.
• S. with 10 years of experience, M.S. or Ph.D. in nuclear engineering, or other relevant engineering degree, with a minimum of 5-7 years’ experience in the nuclear field.
• The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork.
• Travel Required: 0-5%.

• Job Type: Contract
• Pay Rate Range: $69-$115/hr (Pay rates are approved based on candidate location, education and experience)
• Location: 100% Remote Acceptable
• Export control regulations require candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Legal Permanent Resident, or of a protected person status

• Develop RELAP5-3D models for steady state and transient one-dimensional network hydraulic analyses.
• Develop plant level control strategy and component level controller.
• Perform calculations using first principles of heat transfer, fluid dynamics, and thermodynamics to support and validate analysis results.
• Perform analysis of reactor normal operations, upset events, emergency events and faulted events to establish design, service, and test loadings and limits.
• Perform analysis of plant wide transients for evaluation of operation narratives and design solutions.  
• Perform multiscale and multidisciplinary control analyses involving the thermal hydraulics of sodium, molten salt, and non-condensable fluids.
• Integrate with other engineering groups performing aspects of component, system, fuel, and control system design and related thermal-hydraulic testing.

• S. or higher degree in nuclear, mechanical, or electrical engineering.
• Experience with system codes such as RELAP5/TRACE is a must.
• Experience with modeling control systems and I&C is highly desirable.
• Experience with nuclear power plant design or operations is desirable.
• Experience developing new analytical methods is desirable.
• Strong thermal-hydraulic analytical skills with one dimensional hydraulic networks analysis, system codes experience and transient analysis.
• Strong technical writing skills
• Strong communication skills
• The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect, and a desire to foster teamwork.
• Travel Required: 0-5%.

• Job Type: Contract
• Pay Rate Range: $37-$74/hr (Pay rates are approved based on candidate location, education and experience)
• Location: 100% Remote Acceptable
• Export control regulations require candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Legal Permanent Resident, or of a protected person status

• Develop, implement and optimize C/C++ code for the Motion Sensor and/or Positioning algorithms within our embedded software solution.
• Improve the software implementation for efficiency in code footprint, throughput and CPU/RAM usage
• Optimize parameters in the software solution to improve KPIs (Key Performance Indices) per the requirements from the customer and the target use cases of the solution
• Develop necessary software tools for the analysis
• Collaborate effectively with teams within and outside the organization for realizing the best product outcomes
• Prepare and present detailed technical reports on algorithms, software and test results
• Algorithm development may include areas such as pedestrian navigation, Dead Reckoning (DR), vehicular navigation, sports activity optimization using GNSS and various motion sensors under challenging environments, precise GNSS navigation (e.g. PPP, RTK) and scenarios necessary to enhance product performance KPIs.
• Travel internationally and/or domestically to support product optimization for customers and to collaborate with team members in other geographies.

• Master with 3+ years or PhD (preferred) related experience in Electrical Engineering, Geomatics Engineering, Applied physics, Aeronautical Engineering or related disciplines.
• Embedded software development in C/C++ and rapid prototyping in Python or MATLAB
• Hands-on experience in Motion Sensor software development, Kalman Filter, GNSS/MEMS integration and sensor fusion
• Experience with Jira, Gerrit, Git.
• Analysis of complex software to determine anomalies and potential areas of improvement
• Strong debugging skills
• Understanding about VIO (Vision Inertial Odometer) is plus
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Able to work with minimal supervision, and highly collaborative in a team environment
• Fast learning, hard-working, and self-driven.

• Job Type: Contract
• Salary Range: $65-$75 an hour.
• Location: San Jose, CA (onsite)

• Ensures effective performance of engineering assignments.
• Plans and directs the timely execution of engineering activities, as assigned.
• Ensures projects, initiatives, and processes comply with established policies, objectives and customer standards.
• Ensures adherence to government, organization and customer engineering standards and procedures.
• Monitors goals, objectives and standards of performance for assigned team members.
• Works interactively with customers and clients to develop strong relationships.
• Researches and assesses best practices, proposing methods and improvements.
• Works on special projects, as directed. Performs other related duties and tasks, as required.

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
• At least 10 years in an electrical engineering and experience in industrial automation, instrumentation and controls is preferred.
• Preferred skills include design/program of PLCs (Allen Bradley), Oversee of field work including new installations, integration into existing systems, and troubleshooting.
• Strong management capabilities: ability to identify and grow talent, build a sense of community within a team, and improve the output of another engineer.
• Experience in overseeing instrumentation calibration programs.
• Advanced knowledge of related engineering standards, techniques and criteria.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, management and customers as required.
• Ability to develop and maintain good interpersonal relationships; work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Advanced problem identification and problem resolution skills.
• Demonstrated leadership ability to manage multiple tasks and projects through subordinates.
• Strong analytical ability and problem identification/problem resolution skills.
• Advanced level of specific software tools (CAD, FEA, CFD) and programming skills.

• Job Type: Direct Hire
• Location: Richland, WA.
• Salary Range: $123-167K.
• Due to government contract requirements, this position is restricted to U.S. Citizens or GC Holder only.

• This position will report to the Director, PMCoE and will assume a lead role in the development, implementation, and management of Project Risk Management strategy, processes, tools and procedures for the organization.
• Program Manager, Project Risk Management leads the planning, assessment, and monitoring aspects of the risk process and uses project and risk data to inform the organization for planning, forecasting, and decision making.

• Maintains existing project risk management processes and procedures or develops new ones. Manages the interfaces between project risk and other risk processes.
• Develops and delivers risk management training and provides user support to the organization for the risk software and tools ensuring broad adoption and consistent application across teams. Mentors assigned project risk managers on best practices for project risk management.
• Manages information systems; including accuracy of data entered into existing databases, integration of data across multiple platforms, process and tool development and improvements, and risk and program reporting templates and standards.
• In coordination with proposal teams, leads risk identification and assessment in support of the commercial proposal process.  Develops and maintains standard risk checklists to support commercial activities.
• Reviews project risk management plans for new projects. Participates in project risk review meetings. Monitors and supports project risk management implementation.
• Provides subject matter expertise (SME) to project risk managers and project teams to facilitate the identification, assessment, monitoring, analysis, and reporting of project risk and opportunities.
• In support of project teams, performs quantitative analysis of risk impacts to project cost and schedule and provides data-driven insights to inform decision-making. Conducts what-if, root cause, and other decision making/issue identification analyses to inform handling strategy selection.
• Develops, oversees, and integrates project risk management frameworks across multiple departments, from small to large-scale projects. Defines criteria for elevating project risks and transferring risk to or from other processes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• A minimum of a B.S. or B.A. degree in engineering or business is required.
• Minimum of 8 years of full-time Risk Management experience working in a project/program management or in engineering organization is required. 
• Nuclear industry experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with project risk management implementation, planning/scheduling tools and techniques, PMO processes, spreadsheets and databases is also required (Preferably; ARM, Primavera P6, PRISM, Primavera Risk Analysis, and Palisade Risk).
• Must possess strong technical writing skills and be able to clearly communicate via written, oral, and electronic means. Must have exceptional organization skills and the ability to manage complex projects with multiple work phases with minimal supervision.

• Job Type: Direct Hire
• Salary Range: $150,537-$181,683.
• Location: Houston, TX (Onsite)

• The Senior / Specialist Quality Inspector is a technical anchor within the mechanical cell, responsible for precision verification and the troubleshooting of advanced inspection machinery.
• This role is ideal for a candidate with a Mechanical Engineering background who enjoys hands-on problem solving and ensuring the integrity of complex aerospace components.
• Working within a collaborative environment, you will bridge the gap between engineering blueprints and finished hardware, serving as the go-to expert for tool maintenance and process reliability.

Job Responsibilities:

• Precision Inspection: Perform high-level verification of purchased parts, materials, and finished mechanical assemblies using complex measuring devices and GD&T standards.
• Technical Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve issues with tools and machines within the mechanical cell, ensuring all inspection equipment is calibrated and functioning at peak performance.
• Engineering Alignment: Work directly from blueprints, engineering change notices (ECNs), and operating procedures to determine acceptance or rework requirements.
• Metrology Programming: Utilize and program advanced vision systems (like MicroVu) and CMM equipment to automate and improve inspection accuracy.
• FAI Validation: Review and validate First Article Inspection (FAI) paperwork from suppliers to ensure compliance with AS9102 and internal quality standards.
• Documentation: Identify non-conformances and write clear, concise technical reports to assist engineering in root cause analysis.
• Process Improvement: Contribute to continuous improvement efforts to enhance the efficiency of the receiving and in-process inspection groups.

Job Qualifications:

• Education/Experience: Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related field. Equivalent military or technical schooling in mechanical metrology may be considered.
• Experience: * Senior Level: Typically 2+ years of direct experience in mechanical inspection and tool troubleshooting.
• Specialist Level: Typically 5+ years of experience, demonstrating mastery in programming CMM/Vision systems and maintaining mechanical cell equipment.
• Technical Skills: * Expertise in reading and interpreting mechanical drawings with complex GD&T.
• Proficiency in programming and operating MicroVu or CMM equipment.
• Hands-on skill in troubleshooting and repairing mechanical tools, height gages, and fixtures.
• Knowledge of sheet metal parts and aerospace manufacturing processes.
• Intermediate to advanced competency in Microsoft Office (Excel) for data tracking.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional attention to detail, strong follow-up on commitments, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Direct Hire
• Location: Kirkland, WA.
• Salary Range: $24.52 - $43.71 per hour (Range depends on Senior vs. Specialist level). Mid-point targets $30.65 and $36.42 per hour.
• ITAR obligations are associated with this role; U.S. Citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required.

About Protingent: Protingent is a niche provider of top Engineering and IT talent to Software, Electronics, Medical Device, Telecom, and Aerospace companies nationwide. Protingent exists to make a positive impact and contribution to the lives of others as well as our community by providing relevant, rewarding, and exciting work opportunities for our candidates.

• This role performs high-level technical functions across the full manufacturing lifecycle, assisting engineering with the setup of complex systems, rigorous quality testing, and the troubleshooting and rework required to bring aerospace components to final flight-readiness.

Job Responsibilities:

• System Integration & Setup: Perform functions associated with all manufacturing operations, including working with engineers in set-up, as well as performing troubleshooting, rework, and quality testing related to the production of parts, components, subassemblies, and final assemblies.
• Complex System Diagnostics: Assemble, test, and troubleshoot complex assemblies and/or final systems. Use standard test equipment and analyze results to evaluate performance and determine the need for adjustment.
• Specialized Test Equipment: Assist with the setup, calibration, and operation of specialized test equipment including HiPot, automated test stands, and data acquisition systems.
• Troubleshooting & Rework: Perform root-cause fault isolation and execute rework on parts, subassemblies, and final assemblies. This includes adjusting or replacing defective circuitry and electronic components using precision hand tools and a soldering iron.
• Quality Assurance & Validation: Execute comprehensive quality testing to ensure all components meet aerospace standards before final assembly.
• Engineering Partnership: May assist in developing methods and procedures to modify the manufacturing process and work with engineers in conducting experiments.

Job Qualifications:

• Education: Associate degree (AS) in Electronics Technology, Mechatronics, or related field / equivalent electronics military schooling (e.g., Avionics, EW, or Systems Maintenance) required.
• Experience: Demonstrates competency (typically 2-4 years of direct experience in the essential functions of the position) in production testing and system-level troubleshooting.
• Diagnostic Tools: Proficiency with standard and specialized test equipment, including Oscilloscopes, Digital Multimeters (DMM), and Spectrum Analyzers.
• Mechanical & Electrical Knowledge: Intermediate electrical/electronic knowledge, including a strong ability to interpret schematics, blueprints, and drawings to perform adjustments and component replacement.
• Precision Manual Skills: Skilled in soldering and utilizing precision hand tools for the repair or replacement of improperly functioning circuitry or electronics components.
• Software & Data: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (specifically Excel) and experience utilizing sophisticated programs, industrial control software, and data acquisition software (i.e., HiPot) to collect and evaluate operating and test data.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Direct Hire
• Location: Kirkland, WA.
• Schedule: 2nd Shift | Monday – Thursday | 3:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. (4x10 Schedule).
• Salary Range: $31.76 - $47.64/hr. (mid-range target $33/hr.) plus an additional $2 per hour as a 2nd shift differential.
• ITAR obligations are associated with this role, U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required.
• An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment background screen and drug test which includes screening for the use of cannabis.

About Protingent: Protingent is a niche provider of top Engineering and IT talent to Software, Electronics, Medical Device, Telecom, and Aerospace companies nationwide. Protingent exists to make a positive impact and contribution to the lives of others as well as our community by providing relevant, rewarding, and exciting work opportunities for our candidates.

• Issue and manage purchase orders to suppliers in a timely and accurate manner.
• Follow up with vendors to confirm order status and ensure on-time delivery aligned with need-by dates
• Perform basic sourcing activities for parts and materials as required
• Review and track order confirmations to ensure accuracy in pricing, quantities, and delivery timelines
• Coordinate logistics, including shipment tracking and resolving delivery issues
• Maintain accurate records of orders, supplier communications, and delivery status
• Communicate proactively with internal stakeholders on order status, risks, and delays
• Support continuous improvement of procurement processes and workflows.

Job Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in program planning, scheduling, project controls, or similar work
• Strong hands-on experience with Primavera P6 or Oracle Primavera Cloud
• Strong experience with Oracle tools
• Integrated scheduling experience across technical or engineering-heavy programs
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally with Program Managers, Engineers, and stakeholders
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment and driving alignment across teams
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to help teams crystalize ideas into clear schedules and execution plans
• Comfortable working onsite and engaging people in person
• Nuclear experience is a plus.

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• Experience supporting product development programs
• Experience in energy, nuclear, or other highly technical industries
• Experience with schedule reporting, planning reviews, and program tracking
• Experience working in environments where speed, collaboration, and structure are all important
• Strong presence, confidence, and ability to drive conversations across multiple teams.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract
• Pay Rate: $52-$65 per hour 
• Location: Everett, Washington

Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.

About Protingent: Protingent is a niche provider of top Engineering and IT talent to Software, Electronics, Medical Device, Telecom, and Aerospace companies nationwide. Protingent exists to make a positive impact and contribution to the lives of others as well as our community by providing relevant, rewarding, and exciting work opportunities for our candidates. 

• IT Facilities & Infrastructure Project Manager will be responsible for managing corporate IT Facilities and manufacturing projects in structured cabling, WAN/LAN/WLAN, DAS, audio visual/collaboration, clinical labs, Voice, physical security and cyber-Security. Project manager will lead high visible projects from discovery, initiation to closure.
• We are looking for an experienced individual who can adopt the Project planning and delivery processes, as well as contribute to strategy, roadmap discussions, project execution and delivery of our engagements.
• Ability to demonstrate collaboration, conflict resolution, risk mitigation, set and track schedules, resource management and vendor management skills.
• Proven experience in a result driven environment. Experience and skills necessary to continuously improve, develop and deliver the initiatives.
• Demonstrate PMO organizational skills to enhance data integrity and accuracy.
• The role needs to be performed in unique high energy and multi-cultural work society. Self-starter working with minimal guidance. Ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills.
• Strong proven experience using Project Management Tools (such as Anaplan, Smartsheet), expert in using Office 365 applications. Fluent in working multiple collaboration tools such as Zoom, Cisco WebEx, Slack.

• Lead and facilitate regular Project team meetings, team coordination, action item tracking, record minutes and communicate
• Manage and prioritize multiple tasks while meeting project management deliverables
• Drive schedule discussions and develop project schedule coordinating with Vendors & internal team
• Plan, coordinate and manage large IT initiatives while anticipating, and mitigating risks
• Provide meaningful optics and insights using tools like CAD Viewer, Visio, Bluebeam, Lucid charts for day-to-day project activities. Expertise in using Smartsheet/Excel /MS Project and PowerPoint for Project planning and tracking.
• Build out integrated dashboards based on data sets using multiple PPM tool such as Anaplan, Smartsheet and Microsoft Office Project
• Manage & influence large cross-functional team(s)
• Assist with the deployment of IT Project Management Tools ecosystem, while driving project maturity & discipline
• Define and communicate target change schedule, Provide inputs for Demand Management for IT Facilities Projects.

• 12 + years of IT Facilities & Infrastructure Project Management/PMO experience
• Experience in managing Low Voltage Cabling, Audio Visual implementations, MDF & IDF design/implementation, Network infrastructure setup, Cell DAS implementation, Vendor & Budget management
• Experience driving Project Planning sessions; Have used various frameworks to prioritize work based on ROI/Business Value
• Clearly articulate the Business Value (in terms of ROI) for the work/projects committed to the leadership team
• Possess solid communication skills, and will be comfortable working in a dynamic fast-paced technical environment with experience using Agile/Scrum process and best practices to ensure the successful planning and delivery of projects in IT Facilities
• Proven experience in managing Multiple Large IT Facilities Projects
• Solid analytical mindset. Ability to define and build dashboards for C-level executives
• Self-starter with strong decision-making abilities who can drive projects to completion
• Proven track record of achieving results through collaboration and teamwork
• Ability to effectively and clearly communicate with all levels within the organization
• Strong prioritization skills and the ability to handle multiple job duties in a fast-paced IT Facilities projects
• PMP and Agile certification preferred.