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JT4 LLC

Instrumentation Operation Engineer

JT4 LLC, Los Angeles, California, United States,


JT4 provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.SAir Force and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech IIWe develop and maintain realistic integrated test and training environments, and prepare our nation's war-fighting aircraft, weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challengesWhat You Will Do with JT4 The Instrumentation Operation Engineer has the responsibility of modification, installation, testing, evaluation, repair, and documentation of airborne test instrumentation, data acquisition systems, as well as the operation and performance of ground support equipmentFunctions - Duties• Perform as a lead of a development, sustainment, or operations and maintenance team on more complex engineering assignments

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

• Complete design specifications, analyses, or design reviews for complex projects• Generate complete design specifications for more complex projects

• Coordinate and work closely with other engineering, logistics, financial, and program management disciplines to define system specifications and requirements

• Verify and comply with engineering documentation standards and test procedures

• Prepare, deliver, and submit technical papers and perform engineering studies

• Support development of technical proposals and provide comments on the technical content and level of effort of the proposed scope of work

• Develop, maintain, and produce technical documentation and system/subsystem specifications

• Direct 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

• Conduct site visits and experimental investigations and analyze engineering problems, propose solutions and alternatives, and provide recommendation

• Perform other job-related duties, as requiredExperience• Analog and digital electronic fundamentals, familiar with various sensors like strain gauges, accelerometers, and thermal sensors, while also possessing an understanding of digital logic and EU conversions• Multi-meter, O-scope, spectrum analyzer, signal generator, to accomplish tasks such as checkout, calibration, troubleshooting and repair• Schematics, mechanical drawings, wire diagrams, wire repair, block diagrams and technical publications• IRIG 106 Telemetry Standards & TTC hardware/software• A variety of electrical, instrumentation, and avionics on aircraft including bench testing

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 hazardsThere 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 alertnessRoutine travel to remote Company work locations may be required

REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION, TECHNICAL AND WORK EXPERIENCE

The candidate must have a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited academic institution and four years of related engineering experience or have an accredited Master of Science in Engineering with a minimum of two years of related engineering experience or have an accredited doctorate degree in engineering are required for this positionIncumbent will be required to qualify for and maintain a government security clearance and must have a valid, current state driver's licenseMust have or be able to obtain a DOD security clearanceMust be able to obtain special accessIn addition, an Engineer III must possess the following qualifications:• Mastery of concepts, principles, and practices of engineering that enable the employee to serve as a technical authority on projects relating to the specific programs

• Knowledge and skill sufficient to apply the latest developments in engineering to solve problems in the specialty area

• Working knowledge of computer systems and computer-based engineering tools

• Ability to investigate, troubleshoot, and design solutions to problems in operational hardware and software

• Excellent communication and analytical skillsPlanning/organizational skills and the ability to work under deadlinesThe incumbent must possess a valid, state issued driver's licenseMust be able to obtain and maintain security clearanceMust be a U.ScitizenBENEFITS• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance•••Benefits Active on Day 1• Life Insurance• Health Savings Accounts/FSA's• Disability Insurance• Paid Time Off• 401(k) Plan Options with Employer Match• JT4 will match 50%, up to an 8% contribution• 100% Immediate Vesting• Tuition Reimbursement The expected pay range for this position is $92,040 - $146,653 annually The salary range offered for this position is a good faith description of the expected salary range this role will payJT4 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 offerDISCLAIMER The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classificationThey are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of persons so classifiedSCC: JENG17, A1412TW Company Profile JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.SAir Force and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech IIJT4 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 Under close supervision, an Engineer I performs a variety of fundamental engineering tasks in design, development, manufacturing, testing, installation, integration, sustainment, operations, and maintenance of software, electronic, and/or mechanical equipment and systemsWork is at an entry level and is generally performed as a member of a development, sustainment, or operations and maintenance teamEmployee will be responsible to perform the following functions/duties:• Conduct research and reference reading to assist higher-level engineers in obtaining technical information• Perform fundamental engineering tasks requiring standard techniques such as tolerance studies and design calculations• Plan and carry out successive engineering steps and resolve technical problems by standard practices and techniques• Support projects with limited scope or parts of more complex projects with detailed instructions on the intent and scope of the documents to be prepared• Study currently approved standards, codes, and procedures applied to the engineering specialty• Keep informed of currently approved standards, codes, and procedures applied to engineering specialty• Assist in preparation of reports, correspondence, or technical studies• Perform other job-related duties, as requiredOther 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 their jobWorking Conditions Work is performed in a typical office environment with no unusual hazardsOccasional lifting (up 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 are requiredTravel to remote company work locations may be requiredRequirements

Education, Technical, and Work Experience A Bachelor of Science in engineering from an ABET-accredited academic institution is required for this positionIn addition, an Engineer I must possess the following qualifications:• Professional knowledge of applicable engineering concepts and principles• Familiarity with related engineering fields• 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• Working knowledge of computer systems and computer-based engineering tools• Planning/organizational skills and the ability to work under deadlines Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by personnel assigned to this classificationThey are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of persons so classifiedTasking is in support of a Federal Government Contract that requires U.ScitizenshipSome jobs may require a candidate to be eligible for a government security clearance, state-issued driver's license, or other licenses/certifications . click apply for full job details