Autonomy - Engineer

JT4; Edwards (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan Options with Employer Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

A defense contracting firm in California is seeking an Autonomy Engineer to support 6th Generation aircraft development. The role involves creating test plans, analyzing performance data, and working on advanced Navigation systems. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Engineering and relevant experience, with the ability to obtain a Secret Clearance. The position offers a salary range of $110,000 to $185,000 and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Experience in Flight Test Engineering.
• Experience building digital models and simulations for Unmanned Aerial Systems.
• Candidates must have or be able to obtain a Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to Developmental Integration & Evaluation of 6th Generation aircraft.
• Develop test plans and procedures for complex Navigation systems.
• Execute tests and analyze test data to optimize performance.

Skills

Flight Test Engineering

Digital models and simulations

Validation of navigation systems

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Master of Science in Engineering

Doctoral degree in Engineering

Job description

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

JT4 is hiring employees at entry to senior level Autonomy Engineers. As an Autonomy Engineer, you will contribute directly to the Developmental Integration & Evaluation, and deployment of 6th Generation aircraft. Develop test plans and procedures for the integration, characterization, and testing of complex test Navigation, Defense Aviation Systems, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance platforms, Command & Control, Automation, Flight Controls, Guidance Navigation & Control, and Inertial Navigation Systems, Global Navigation Satellite System Integration, and Navigation Error Modeling. Execute tests, collect and analyze test data to optimize performance, and support system design enhancements. Perform system performance modeling to demonstrate performance compliance in support of the development, characterization, and testing of new deliverable test systems. Work with engineering staff to document changes made to hardware and deviations from standard procedures as necessary.

Qualifications

• Experience in Flight Test Engineering.
• Experience building digital models and simulations Unmanned Aerial Systems.
• Experience validating and verifying navigation systems in operational test environments.
• Candidates must have, or be able to obtain, a Secret Clearance with the eventual upgrade to Top Secret clearance and must be eligible for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI).

Education & 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 at least 2 years of related engineering experience or have an accredited doctoral degree in engineering. The candidate must have mastery of concepts, principles, and practices of engineering that enables the employee to serve as a technical authority on projects relating to the specific programs. The position requires sufficient knowledge and skill to apply the latest developments in engineering to solve problems in the specialty area along with excellent communication and analytical skills. The candidate must have a working knowledge of computer systems and computer-based engineering tools and possess planning/organizing skills. The position may require the ability to investigate, troubleshoot, and design solutions to problems in operational hardware and software. The candidate must possess a valid, state-issued driver's license. The candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance up to top secret with special access. Must be a U.S. citizen.

Salary

The expected salary range for this position is $110,000 to $185,000 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

Work is performed in a typical office environment with no unusual hazards. Occasional 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 required. 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.