Instrumentation Operation Engineer

JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech II. JT4 develops and maintains realistic, integrated test and training environments and prepares our nation's war-fighting aircraft, weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challenges.

JOB SUMMARY - ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES

Employee will perform as a lead of development, sustainment, or operations & maintenance team on more complex engineering assignments. In addition, they will perform a variety of engineering assignments in planning and overseeing research, design, development, manufacturing, testing, installation, integration, sustainment, operation, and maintenance of diverse software, electronic and/or mechanical equipment and systems.

Employee will also be responsible to perform the following functions/duties:

• Independently performs a range of design, development, analysis, or review tasks under generally established project deadlines.

• Completes design specifications, analyses, or design reviews for complex projects.

• Generates complete design specifications for more complex projects.

• Coordinates and works closely with other engineering, logistics, financial, and program management disciplines to define system specifications and requirements.

• Verifies and complies with engineering documentation standards and test procedures.

• Prepares, delivers, and submits technical papers and performs engineering studies.

• Supports development of technical proposals and provides comments on the technical content and level of effort of the proposed scope of work.

• Develops, maintains, and produces technical documentation and system/subsystem specifications.

• Directs interface with customers at all levels from quotation to final design and test activities; acts as liaison for design reviews and technical working group meetings to comply with requirements and specifications.

• Conducts site visits and experimental investigations and analyzes engineering problems, proposes solutions and alternatives, and provides recommendations.

• Performs other position-related duties and assignments as directed.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to his/her job.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position involves work typical of an office environment with no unusual hazards. There is occasional lifting to 20 pounds, constant sitting with occasional use of computer terminal, constant use of sight abilities while reviewing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, and constant mental alertness. Routine travel to remote Company work locations may be required.

RANGE POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Instrumentation Operation Engineer is responsible for modifying, installing, testing, evaluating, repairing, and documenting the operation and performance of airborne test instrumentation, data acquisition systems, and ground support equipment.

Desired Knowledge / Experience:

• Proficient in analog and digital electronic fundamentals.

• Knowledgeable on schematics, mechanical drawings, wire diagrams, block diagrams and technical publications.

• Knowledgeable on IRIG 106 Telemetry Standards.

• TTC hardware/software.

• Hands on with equipment such as multi-meter, O-scope, spectrum analyzer, signal generator, to accomplish tasks such as checkout, calibration, troubleshooting and repair.

• Hands-on electrical, instrumentation, and avionics on aircraft.

Must be able to work in a field environment which will include shift work, overtime, and travel to remote locations. Frequent exposure to weather and temperature extremes, drafts, noise.

REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION, TECHNICAL AND WORK EXPERIENCE

The incumbent must have a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited academic institution with 2 years of related engineering experience, or have an accredited Master of Science in Engineering. The candidate must have professional knowledge of applicable engineering concepts and principles and familiarity with related engineering fields. The candidate must have practical knowledge of test methods and practices sufficient to perform routine to more complex engineering procedures and to prepare or make minor modifications of standard test procedures or test equipment work instructions. The incumbent should have a working knowledge of computer systems and computer-based engineering tools and must possess planning/organizing skills.

The expected pay range for this position is $ 89,440 to $ 142,376

The salary range offered for this position is a good faith description of the expected salary range this role will pay. JT4 LLC considers factors such as (but not limited to) responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of persons so classified.

Tasking is in support of a Federal Government Contract that requires U.S. citizenship. Some jobs may require a candidate to be eligible for a government security clearance, state-issued driver's license or other licenses/certifications, and the inability to obtain and maintain the required clearance, license or certification may affect an employee's ability to maintain employment.

SCC: JENG17, A1412TW