Engineering Technologist - RF / Radar

JT4, LLC; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 77,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

JT4, LLC is seeking an Engineering Technologist II to support engineering tasks related to software, electronic, and mechanical systems. This entry-level position involves operating radars, maintaining equipment, and contributing to project teams. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology and relevant experience.

Benefits

Life Insurance

Health Savings Accounts / FSA's

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan Options with Employer Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology required.
• Two years of post-graduation experience required.
• Must qualify for and maintain a government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Operate radars and troubleshoot electronic equipment.
• Construct electronic and RF chassis.
• Collect and analyze data, present findings.

Skills

Knowledge of engineering concepts

Familiarity with engineering fields

Test methods and practices

Planning and organizational skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology

Tools

Maximo

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 / Duties

Under close supervision, an Engineering Technologist II performs a variety of fundamental engineering tasks in development, manufacturing, testing, installation, integration, sustainment, operations, and maintenance of software, electronic, and / or mechanical equipment and systems. Work is at an entry level and is generally performed as a member of an operational, maintenance, and sustainment team.

Employee will be responsible for the following functions / duties :

• Operate radars and other electronic equipment on a daily basis.
• Maintain, sustain, and troubleshoot and repair analog and digital equipment used in radar transmitters, receivers, timing assemblies, data collection, and RF and digital transmission lines.
• Construct electronic and RF chassis using industry standard fabrication techniques for wiring and packaging.
• Provide structure as a member of a small project team or work center
• Contribute knowledge on test and troubleshooting processes
• Provide knowledge on Radio Frequency (RF) and RADAR principles
• Suggest improvements to processes and procedures to obtain efficiencies
• Develop basic data analysis tools, processes, or products for analysis
• Collect, QC, and analyze data; Identify and resolve basic data anomalies; Present test findings
• Assist in authoring final test products and present the findings to customers
• Perform other job-related duties, as required

Desired Requirments

• Prior experience with Maximo

Requirements Education, Technical, and Work Experience

A Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology from an ETAC ABET-accredited academic institution and two years of post-graduation experience is required for this position.

In addition, an Engineering Technologist II must possess the following qualifications :

• Professional knowledge of applicable engineering concepts and principles
• Familiarity with related engineering fields
• 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
• Working knowledge of computer systems and computer-based engineering tools
• Planning / organizational skills and the ability to work under deadlines
• Must qualify for and maintain a government security clearance
• Must possess a valid, state-issued driver's license.

The expected salary range for this position is $77,189.00 to $110,843 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 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 both indoors and outdoors. Outdoor duties may be performed on even or uneven surfaces, which may be dry or wet, gravel or shingled roof. Grease or oil may be found on working surfaces. The ability to lift up to 50 pounds (anything heavier requires two or more people or mechanical assistance), 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 foregoing conditions and physical requirements represent the general characteristics required to perform the essential functions for this job. In general, all positions may require standing, walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, bending, twisting, kneeling, crouching and crawling. Specific work assignments may include additional environmental conditions or physical requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of the job. These specific requirements will be detailed in the job posting.

JT4 employees will only operate equipment that they have been fully trained on and / or are certified to operate. If working in a training capacity, employees must be supervised at all times by a competent trained or certified company employee. Under no circumstances should employees use another employee's equipment without permission from their immediate supervisor or manager. Conversely, employees should not allow other JT4 employees or employees of another employer to use JT4-owned or assigned equipment without proof of training and approval of the shop manager.

Employee will be required to work varying and overtime hours to support mission requirements. Travel to remote company work locations may be required with occasional over-night assignments.

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 : JCORP12; JENG17

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