Engineering Technician IV

JT4; North Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan Options with EmployerMatch

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

JT4, LLC seeks an Engineering Technician IV to support engineering and design staff through complex assignments in installation, maintenance, testing, calibration, and fabrication of electronic and mechanical systems.

This role involves supporting transmit/receive gear, PMIs, system drawings, and prototype builds, with lifecycle support for threat instrumentation. Occasional travel to range locations and field collaboration are expected.

Qualifications

• Vocational/technical training beyond high school or military equivalent.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of job-related experience.
• Working knowledge of computer systems and integrated software applications.
• Ability to investigate, troubleshoot, and design solutions to hardware/software problems.

Responsibilities

• Support installation, maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, calibration, testing, fabrication, construction and operation of diverse electronic/mechanical equipment.
• Assist with PMI procedures, update maintenance manuals and work instructions.
• Create/update system drawings and configuration documents.
• Provide technical support to engineers and propose design improvements.
• Manage lab area, equipment, and tools; order parts as needed.
• Build prototypes and cables according to MIL-SPEC and NEC when applicable.
• Occasionally travel to range locations and support field operations.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Analytical skills

Communication

Independent work

Documentation

Education

Vocational/technical training beyond high school

Military equivalent training

Tools

Integrated software

PC-based tools

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.

Job Summary – Essential Functions

An Engineering Technician IV provides support to the engineering and design staff through performing a variety of non‑routine and complex 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.

• Supports electronic transmitting and receiving equipment, digital and analog computers, industrial measuring and controlling equipment, microwave amplifiers and RF components, transmission lines, high‑voltage power supplies and keying circuits, indicators and displays, and antenna positioning systems
• Travels occasionally to range locations, meets with personnel in the field, surveys and interviews personnel to obtain/clarify procedures, configuration documents, and periodic maintenance activities
• Works on various types of electronic equipment and related devices by performing a combination of the following: installing, maintaining, repairing, overhauling, troubleshooting, modifying, construction and testing
• Create / update Preventative Maintenance Inspection (PMI) procedures, Maintenance (O&M) manuals, and Work Instructions, and other project documentation
• Monitor and conduct PMIs on various Hardware Engineering controlled property to include, but not limited to, IR cameras, generators, electronic equipment, etc.
• Supports and conducts courtesy ground checks if requested.
• Create / update system drawings associated with authorized changes in accordance with company configuration management guidelines
• Provides technical support to engineers and suggest ways to improve products or equipment which could decrease the mean time between failure or ease of manufacturing
• Manages the Hardware Lab area which includes weekly checks, property management, organizing work areas, general housekeeping, and ordering replacement materials, equipment, or tools
• Designs and builds prototypes of planned products or equipment
• Builds various power, signal, and RF cables according to MIL‑SPEC and general industry standards
• Occasionally wires systems according to the National Electric Code (NEC) using engineering documentation
• Provides troubleshooting and installation support for engineers
• Researches and orders various parts to support installation activities
• Provides full life cycle support for threat instrumentation products provided to O&M
• Carries out any other necessary task delegated by the supervisor
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements – Education, Technical, And Work Experience

Vocational/technical training beyond high school from an academic institution, or military equivalent training and a minimum of seven (7) years of job‑related experience are required for this position.

• Working knowledge of computer systems and integrated software application programs
• Ability to investigate, troubleshoot, and design solutions to problems in operational hardware and software
• Excellent communication and analytical skills; ability to plan/organize tasks
• Ability to work independently and flex work schedule that includes overnight travel

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 50 pounds), constant sitting while using the computer terminal, continuous use of sight abilities while reviewing documents, continuous use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, and constant mental alertness are required. Travel to remote company work locations may be required; possible overnight trips. Occasionally, support mission deployments (a few days to weeks).

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.

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