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JT4 · 8 hours ago

Instrumentation Operation Engineer

Edwards, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$92K/yr - $160K/yr

2+ years exp

JT4 provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force and Navy. The Instrumentation Operation Engineer will modify, install, test, evaluate, repair, and document airborne test instrumentation and data acquisition systems, as well as the operation and performance of ground support equipment.

GovernmentManufacturingProduct Design

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Conduct research and reference reading to assist higher-level engineers in obtaining technical information; keeps informed of currently approved standards, codes, and procedures applied to engineering specialty

Perform engineering tasks that are varied, with established deadlines that may be somewhat difficult in character

Plan and carry out successive engineering steps to resolve technical problems by standard practices and techniques such as tolerance studies and design calculations

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

Generate sections of design specifications of more complex projects or complete specifications of less complex projects

Using computer-assisted test methods, conduct laboratory investigations on equipment or systems

Assist in preparation of reports, correspondence, or technical studies

Prepare, delivers, and submits technical presentations for in-process design and review meetings

Perform a variety of engineering tasks under general supervision of a senior-level engineer and any other position-related duties as assigned or requested

Qualification

AnalogDigital electronicsData acquisition systemsTelemetry StandardsElectrical instrumentationTechnical presentationsTechnical writingProblem-solvingTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited academic institution with two years of related engineering experience, or have an accredited Master of Science in Engineering

Ability to qualify for and maintain a government security clearance

Valid, current state driver's license

Must have or be able to obtain a DOD security clearance

Must be able to obtain special access

Must be a U.S. citizen

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

Experience with multi-meter, O-scope, spectrum analyzer, signal generator, to accomplish tasks such as checkout, calibration, troubleshooting and repair

Ability to read schematics, mechanical drawings, wire diagrams, wire repair, block diagrams and technical publications

Knowledge of IRIG 106 Telemetry Standards & TTC hardware/software

Experience with a variety of electrical, instrumentation, and avionics on aircraft including bench testing