Entry-Level Field Engineer (Defense Tech) — Travel Ready

JT4 LLC

Edwards (CA)

On-site

USD 78,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Active on Day 1

Life Insurance

Health Savings Accounts/FSA's

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan Options with Employer-Matc

JT4 will match 50%, up to an 8%

100% Immediate Vesting

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

JT4, LLC in Edwards, CA is seeking a Field Engineer I for entry-level work in installation, operations, testing, and maintenance of electronic equipment. You will join a project team and support broader engineering efforts under close supervision.

The role requires an associate degree in engineering (or military equivalent) and 4+ years of related experience, plus a valid driver’s license and ability to obtain security clearance. Travel to remote locations may be required.

Qualifications

Associate’s degree in engineering or military equivalent with four+ years of technical/professional experience.
Knowledge of engineering concepts and related fields.
Practical knowledge of test methods and procedures for routine work.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Planning and organizational abilities.
Valid state driver’s license.
Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance.
Must be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

Research and reference reading to aid higher-level engineers.
Stay informed of applicable standards, codes, and procedures.
Perform fundamental engineering tasks and design calculations.
Plan steps and resolve technical problems by standard methods.
Support projects with limited scope and detailed instructions.
Assist in preparing reports and technical studies.
Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

Communication

Planning/organization

Driver's license

Security clearance

U.S. citizenship

Education

Associate degree in engineering

Job description

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 DUTIES - ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Under close supervision, a Field Engineer I performs a variety of fundamental field engineering tasks in the installation, operations, testing, and maintenance of electronic equipment and systems. Work is at an entry level and is generally performed as a member of a project team.

Employee will be responsible for the following functions/duties:

Conduct research and reference reading to assist higher-level engineers in obtaining technical information
Keep informed of and study currently approved standards, codes, and procedures applied to engineering specialty
Perform fundamental engineering tasks requiring standard techniques, such as tolerance studies and design calculations
Plan and carry out successive engineering steps and resolve technical problems by standard practices and techniques
Support projects with limited scope or parts of more complex projects with detailed instructions on the intent and scope of the documents to be prepared
Assist in preparation of reports, correspondence, or technical studies
Perform other job-related duties, as required

REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION, TECHNICAL, AND WORK EXPERIENCE

An associate’s degree in engineering or formal academic/vocational training, or military equivalent and four (4) or more years of technical/professional experience in the specialty field are required for this position.

In addition, a Field Engineer I must possess the following qualifications:

Professional knowledge of applicable engineering concepts and principles and familiarity with related engineering fields
Practical knowledge of test methods and practices sufficient to perform relatively routine engineering procedures and to prepare or make minor modifications of standard test procedures or test equipment work instructions
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Planning/organizational skills
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 $78,220 to $90,000 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

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 while using a computer terminal; constant use of sight abilities while writing, reviewing, and editing 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 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: JENG17 , A1412TW

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