Field Engineer II

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 Performs a variety of fundamental field engineering tasks under general supervision of a senior level engineer, involved in the installation, operations, testing and maintenance of electronic equipment and systems • Conducts research and reference reading to assist higher-level engineers in obtaining technical information and keeps informed of currently approved standards, codes, and procedures applied to engineering specialty • Performs engineering or other highly technical tasks that are varied and may be somewhat difficult in character • Plans and carries out successive engineering steps and resolves technical problems by standard practices and techniques, such as tolerance studies and design calculations • Supports 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, conducts laboratory investigations on equipment or systems • Assists in preparation of reports, correspondence or technical studies • Studies currently approved standards, codes, and procedures applied to the engineering specialty • Prepare, deliver and submit technical presentations for in-process design and review meetings • Perform all other position related duties as assigned or requested RANGE POSITION DESCRIPTION The ideal candidate will have working knowledge of Telemetry acquisition systems and Radio Frequency (RF) theory The job duties include but are not limited to providing sustainment-engineering, preventive & corrective maintenance and real-time operations support for fixed and mobile Telemetry tracking systems, digital data transmission systems, and network systems under general technical guidance Real-time support duties include establishing end-to-end connectivity for pre-mission checks of voice, video, and data links Monitoring real-time missions for abnormalities and correcting real-time issues as they arise It is necessary to understand how to use equipment such as RF spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, telemetry receivers, video distribution amplifiers, etc They must have an understanding of local area networks (LAN) and wide area networks (WAN), also must possess knowledge of transport and networking equipment associated with data transmissions Should have experience working with various types of data transmission equipment and media such as fiber optics, twisted pair and RF coaxial cable Must be experienced in interpreting, redlining engineering drawings, be able to utilize schematics to install, alter and repair equipment They should have extensive experience terminating various types of fiber optics, low loss RF and other copper based cabling They must be able to work independently as well as part of a team and make decisions in pressure situations Must be proficient with MS Office applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Visio, and other relevant software applications The candidate must be able to work overtime including weekends as well as different shifts to accommodate various mission support objectives and periodic travel availability will be requirement 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 interfacing and communication with the customers and counterparts through email, phone, virtual and in-person meetings Communications tower climbing and ability to work at elevations exceeding 40ft is a job requirement The applicant must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance up to the Top Secret level DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS Practical knowledge of air to ground serial telemetry, voice, and video data transmission Knowledge in Maximo, tool control, logistics, safety, quality control, and preventative maintenance Tower climbing, boom/scissor lift and elevated work platform experience Network Plus, Linux Red Hat 8, and Security Plus certifications are highly desired REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION, TECHNICAL, AND WORK EXPERIENCE Associate's degree in engineering or other technical discipline or formal academic/vocational/military training and a minimum of 7 or more years of technical/professional experience in the specialty field Must have a professional knowledge of applicable engineering concepts and principles and a familiarity with related engineering fields Must have a 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 Incumbent must have a valid, current state driver's license Must qualify for and maintain a government security clearance U.S Citizenship is required SALARY The expected pay range for this position is $81,723 to $87,360 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 and 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 This position involves work typical of an office environment with no unusual hazards There is occasional lifting (up to 20 pounds), constant sitting and use of a computer terminal, constant use of sight abilities while writing, reviewing, and editing 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 personnel 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 Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled