ASR9 Network EngineerSystem Tester

EVTKS; Egg Harbor Township (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Competitive Compensation

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

EVTKS in Egg Harbor Township, NJ seeks an ASR-9 Network Engineer/Systems Tester to support the Airport Surveillance Radar program. You will provide 2nd level engineering for data management of subsystems, troubleshoot radar data, and assist in system upgrades and calibration.

Travel 25-50% nationwide to radar sites, document maintenance procedures, and collaborate with technicians and vendors. A BS in engineering or related field and 3–6 years’ experience are required, along with security

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or related technical field
• 3–6 years of relevant experience
• Ability to obtain/maintain security clearance

Responsibilities

• 2nd level engineering for data management of ASR-9 subsystems
• Troubleshoot data analysis for radar systems
• Perform system upgrades, modifications, and calibration
• Develop/maintain technical documentation and procedures
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost analyses for electrical systems
• Troubleshoot operational issues and propose solutions
• Participate in design reviews throughout development life cycle

Skills

Radar knowledge

Data analysis

Troubleshooting

Network engineering

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Engineering technology or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

WRTADS

RRAP

Wireshark

TeraTerm

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Competitive Compensation
• Career Growth Opportunities

Job Summary

In the role of ASR-9 Network Engineer/Systems Tester, you will be part of the Airport Surveillance Radar (ASR-9) team and provide 2nd Level engineering for data management for operational subsystems of the ASR-9. Daily activities will include troubleshooting and recommending solutions for issues with radar systems and associated components and conducting system upgrades and modifications.

Responsibilities

Requires 25-50% travel - Travel throughout the country to different ASR-9 Radar sites to support local technicians in maintaining and modifying equipment. Availability with short notice to do so, is required.

• 2nd Level engineering for data management for operational subsystems of the ASR-9.
• Performing troubleshooting with data analysis of radar systems and associated components.
• Conducting system upgrades, modifications, and calibration activities to improve performance and meet operational requirements.
• Developing and maintaining technical documentation, including maintenance procedures and system configurations.
• Conducting feasibility studies and cost analyses for electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot, analyze, and determine operational issues and recommend solutions.
• Conduct or participate in formal and informal reviews at predetermined points throughout the development life cycle.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Engineering, or a Bachelor’s degree in engineering technology or in another technical field, such as Physics, Aerospace, Computer Science, or Mathematics.

Experience with NAS facilities, systems, and equipment is highly desirable.

Three (3) to six (6) years of related work experience.

This position requires the successful applicant to obtain and maintain the required security clearance or other authorization(s) within the necessary timeframe required by applicable contract(s).

Technical Proficiencies

• Essential Radar knowledge with Network traffic and Software Analysis Tools to evaluate messages.
• Troubleshoot, analyze, and determine operational issues and recommend solutions.
• Experience with radar system simulation tools and software (e.g., AutoCAD, WRTADS, RRAP, Wireshark, and TeraTerm).
• Design, develop, and test modern solutions to incorporate into existing systems and equipment.
• Generate installation and test procedures for system modification and verification.
• Perform all aspects of system verification, including all phases of the testing process.
• Develop and execute test plan and procedures in an operational environment.
• Direct and coordinate with outside vendors to manufacture prototypes and production units including development of Manufacturing Specifications.
• Providing 2nd Level Engineering support to ASR-9 modifications installed in the field to include onsite or over the phone.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to work environments.
• Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.

Preferred

• Understanding of radar principles, signal processing, and RF electronics.
• Familiarity with radar system components, including transmitters, receivers, antennas, and signal processors
• Knowledge of radar system integration, installation, and field-testing procedures.

This position requires work to be performed at the William J Hughes Technical Center and may require travel from 25-50% of the time to airport locations around the USA when scheduling dictates or at management discretion. Requires ability to lift up to 40 pounds.