Elec Tech III - Flight Test Instrumentation Technician Level III

jt4currentopeningscx3; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Benefits Day 1

Life Insurance

HSA/FSA

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

JT4, LLC in the United States seeks a Flight Test Instrumentation Technician Level III to maintain and support flight test systems on advanced fighter aircraft. You will conduct scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, modification, inspection, wiring, and troubleshooting of instrumentation and data acquisition gear.

The role requires strong electronics knowledge, soldering, and the ability to work in field environments, including shift work and travel to remote locations.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher or technical schooling with electronics/microwave coursework; military equivalent with 7+ years hands-on experience.
• ISCET certification required.
• Experience with tubes, transistors, logic gates, and high-power RF devices.
• Expert-level troubleshooting and soldering capabilities.
• Must possess a valid state driver’s license and be able to obtain security clearance.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Maintain flight test instrumentation systems on various fighter aircraft.
• Perform maintenance, modification, inspection, wiring, and troubleshooting of instrumentation.
• Fabricate, terminate, and repair cable harnesses and electronic assemblies.
• Use test equipment to checkout, calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair systems.

Skills

Electronic maintenance

Troubleshooting

Soldering

Electrical theory

Education

Associate degree or higher

ISCET certification

Tools

Oscilloscope

Multimeter

Spectrum analyzer

Signal generator

Logic probe

Job 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.

What You Will Do with JT4

The Flight Test Instrumentation Technician Level III will help us maintain all aspects of the flight test systems for a variety of advanced fighter aircraft. The Technician will conduct scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, modification, inspection, wire repair, and troubleshooting.

Essential Functions and Duties

• Apply technical knowledge of electronic principles to solve complex problems using diagrams, schematics, engineering data, and test equipment, including power systems, sensors/transducers, data/video recording, TSPI, Ethernet, and telemetry subsystems
• Perform operational checks, pre & post flight procedures, troubleshooting, and repair of instrumentation on aircraft as required, utilizing knowledge of schematics, mechanical drawings, wire diagrams, and technical publications documentation
• Fabricate, terminate, and repair cable harnesses, conduct electronic tests on a regular basis, and build prototype electronic assemblies
• Provide feedback, insights, and technical knowledge to assist in complex aircraft modifications, troubleshooting efforts, and process and procedure improvements
• Mentor lower-level technicians and provide on-site guidance for some tasks, as needed
• Perform all other related duties as assigned or requested and support the engineering staff
• Use diagnostic tools like a multimeter, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, signal generator, frequency meter, and logic probe to accomplish specific tasks like checkout, calibration, troubleshooting, and repair
• Fabricate cable harnesses, populate electronic assemblies, crimping, and wire terminations to interface equipment with sensors, data acquisition units, and test equipment, with expert soldering skills

Desired Experience

• Document the operation and performance of airborne test instrumentation, data acquisition systems, and ground support equipment
• Use thermocouples, temperature reference junctions, accelerometers, charge amplifiers, pressure transducers, strain gauges, piezoelectric transducers, flow meters, transmitters, and signal conditioners
• Hands‑on experience in electrical, instrumentation, and avionics maintenance on aircraft, such as tubes, transistors, logic gates, and/or high‑power RF devices

Range Position Description

• Ability to work in a field environment, which may include shift work, overtime, and travel to remote locations
• Regular exposure to weather and temperature extremes, drafts, and noise

Requirements - Education, Technical, and Work Experience

An associate’s degree or higher from an accredited college; or technical schooling with courses in math, basic electronics, and microwave theory; or a military equivalent and a minimum of 7 years of hands‑on experience are required for this position.

In addition, an Electronic Technician III must possess the following qualifications:

• International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET) certification
• Comprehensive knowledge in general electronics
• Demonstrated expertise in electronic, electro‑mechanical, and computer systems and the test equipment used to maintain and repair equipment
• Experience with tubes, transistors, logic gates, and/or high‑power RF devices
• Expert‑level troubleshooting and soldering capabilities
• Must possess a valid, state issued driver’s license.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Salary

The expected salary range for this position is $84,000 to $94,000 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 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

A portion of the work is performed in a typical office environment with no unusual hazards. Constant sitting while using the computer terminal, constant use of sight abilities while reviewing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, and constant mental alertness are required.

The remainder of the work is performed near hangars, near a flight line, or in a shop environment that is moderately lighted, heated, and ventilated, and has risk for cuts and bruises from using tools in close places. Employee will frequently be exposed to hazards including but not limited to noise, moving vehicles such as forklifts and sweepers, moving mechanical parts, vibration, extreme heat, and fumes.

At times, employees may encounter wet and/or humid conditions, extreme temperatures outdoors, potential electrical hazards, and elevated surfaces such as ladders or maintenance stands while performing aircraft-related tasks.

While performing job duties, employee is regularly required to lift items weighing 15 to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds (anything heavier than 50 pounds requires two people or mechanical assistance). Employee may need to stand, kneel, or work in tight constrained spaces for long periods of time. Employee may work on ladders for extended periods. Employee may have to use ladders and stands to access work areas. Employee is required to report any and all unsafe conditions, question nonstandard operations or environmental factors that may involve hazards and provide feedback to supervisors and managers on all safety issues.

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.

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: JELT4, JOM68, A1412TW