Engineering Technician IV at JT4

, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Apr, 26

Salary

78792.0

Posted On

30 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Electronic Systems, Mechanical Equipment, Troubleshooting, Calibration, Testing, Fabrication, Telemetry Antennas, Data Transmission, Network Systems, RF Spectrum Analyzers, Oscilloscopes, LAN/WAN, Cabling Termination, Maximo Database, Tower Climbing, Security Clearance

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force, Space 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 Provides support to the engineering and design staff by performing a variety of more complex or non-routine assignments during the installation, maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, calibration, testing, fabrication, construction, and operation of diverse electronic/mechanical equipment and systems in accordance with engineering specifications. * Installs, monitors, and services equipment and systems at the company and the client sites. * Assists with the test and evaluation, checkout and certification tasks; performs validations/verifications of various electronic systems. * Reviews Engineering Change Proposals for equipment impacts. * Assists in accomplishing Engineering Change Instructions. * Develops technical/engineering data for Planned Maintenance Systems, technical manuals, troubleshooting procedures, drawing updates, operation procedures, and maintainability improvements. * Supports systems engineering activities with subject matter expertise. * Establishes and maintains a filing system, databases, and logs as needed for tracking project status and inventory. * Assists in providing the on-site customer interface for equipment/system installation, testing, fabrication, and other engineering tasks as needed. * Complies with engineering documentation standards, engineering plans, system specification, and test procedures. * Provides technical data and evaluation for components, equipment, and systems consistent with engineering plans, layout, and contract requirements. * Serves as a senior technician and assists in the training of other technicians. * Supports engineers in the development of technical proposals and provides comments on the technical content and level of effort of the proposed scope of work. * Uses established policies and procedures and subject matter knowledge to complete assignments of moderate complexity that vary in nature and sequence. * Performs related work as required. RANGE POSITION DESCRIPTION The ideal candidate will have knowledge of Telemetry antennas and associated sub-systems. Job duties include but are not limited to operations, maintenance and sustainment engineering support of telemetry tracking systems, data transmission, and network systems under general technical guidance. Real-time support duties include establishing end-to-end connectivity for voice, video, and data communications. Will monitor real-time missions for abnormalities and troubleshoot issues as they arise. Experience with RF spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes and other electronics and communications test equipment. Should possess a working knowledge of local and wide area networks (LAN/WAN). Experience terminating and testing of coaxial, network and fiber optic cabling. Should be able to work independently as well as part of a team and make decisions in pressure situations. Will perform preventative maintenance on all equipment in accordance with established procedures (Local Work Cards), operating procedures, tech manuals, and other official documentation. Will create trouble tickets using Maximo database to track work performed as required by procedures. Regular communication with the customers and counterparts through email, phone, virtual and in-person meetings. The candidate must be able to work overtime including weekends as well as varying shifts to accommodate mission support objectives. Some travel may be required. Job requirements dictate that the applicant be able achieve certification in communications Tower Climbing/Rescue and work at elevated locations. The applicant will possess or have the ability to obtain a DOD Secret clearance within 180 days of hire with the ability to obtain and maintain Top-Secret security clearance. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS Proficient in Microsoft Office applications to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Visio. Experience with Maximo database for purchase requisitions, tool control, maintenance and logistics tracking. Experience in tower climbing and elevated work Platforms (boom and scissor Lifts). Certifications in CompTIA Security Plus, Electronics, Networking, and Linux Red Hat 8 are a plus. Active Commercial Driver's License (CDL) desired. REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION, TECHNICAL, AND WORK EXPERIENCE The incumbent must have vocational/technical training beyond high school from an academic institution or military equivalent training and at least 7 years of job-related experience. The incumbent must have excellent communications and analytical skills and working knowledge of computer systems and integrated software application programs. The incumbent must possess planning/organizing skills and perform work under established deadlines. This position may require the ability to investigate, troubleshoot, and design solutions to problems in operational hardware and software. The Incumbent must have a valid, current state driver's license. Must obtain and maintain a security clearance with special access. Must be a U.S. citizen. SALARY The expected salary range for this position is $66,580 to $78,792 annually. Note: 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/business considerations when extending an offer. BENEFITS * 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 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 their job. WORKING CONDITIONS Most positions involve work typical of 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. 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. Additionally, some jobs may require the incumbent to obtain and maintain a government security clearance, state-issued driver's license, or other certifications or licenses that may affect an employee's ability to maintain employment. 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

Responsibilities

Provides support to engineering and design staff by performing complex or non-routine assignments related to the installation, maintenance, repair, and testing of electronic/mechanical equipment and systems. This includes real-time support duties such as establishing connectivity, monitoring missions, troubleshooting issues, and performing preventative maintenance on all equipment.