Field Engineer II - Security Forces Support

jt4currentopeningscx3; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Benefits Active on Day 1

Life Insurance

Health Savings Accounts/FSA's

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan with Employer Match (50%,

100% Immediate Vesting

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

JT4, LLC is seeking a Field Engineer II to provide mid‑level technical support for electro‑optical, RF, radar, sensor, and power platform systems. You will troubleshoot, integrate, and evaluate surveillance technologies in collaboration with cross‑functional teams and vendors.

The position emphasizes system readiness, data analysis, and documentation, with opportunities to influence RMAs, FAT/V‑FAT events, and lifecycle assessments. Travel to field sites may be required.

Qualifications

• An Associate's Degree in Engineering or other technical discipline is required.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of technical/professional experience in the specialty field is required.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, configure, and update RF, EO/IR, radar, tactical cameras, and ground‑based sensor systems
• Support integration, testing, and field evaluations of surveillance and sensor platforms
• Perform data analysis, firmware updates, and system‑level diagnostics
• Maintain configuration baselines, documentation, and operational procedures
• Coordinate with vendors for RMAs, FAT/V‑FAT events, and technical support
• Evaluate solar and battery systems, including performance and lifecycle analysis
• Perform hardware/software, EMI/EMC, and power systems testing

Skills

Electrical engineering concepts

System-of-systems integration

Vendor coordination

Maximo asset management

ArcGIS for terrain/LOS/viewshed

Education

Associate's Degree in Engineering or related technical discipline

Tools

Maximo

ArcGIS

Job description

JOB SUMMARY -- ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES

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.

The Field Engineer II provides mid‑level technical support for complex security surveillance systems, including electro‑optical, RF, radar, sensor, and power platforms. The role involves hands‑on troubleshooting, configuration management, system integration, and field evaluations across multiple surveillance technologies. The engineer works with cross‑functional teams and vendors to ensure system readiness, reliability, and mission success.

The Field Engineer will be responsible for the following functions/duties:

• Install, troubleshoot, configure, and update RF, EO/IR, radar, tactical cameras, and ground‑based sensor systems
• Support integration, testing, and field evaluations of surveillance and sensor platforms
• Perform data analysis, firmware updates, and system‑level diagnostics
• Maintain configuration baselines, documentation, and operational procedures
• Coordinate with vendors for RMAs, FAT/V‑FAT events, and technical support
• Evaluate solar and battery systems, including performance and lifecycle analysis
• Perform hardware/software, EMI/EMC, and power systems testing

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of electrical engineering concepts for system troubleshooting
• Experience with system‑of‑systems integration
• Experience supporting FAT/V‑FAT events and vendor coordination
• Familiarity with Maximo for job plans and asset management
• Experience with ArcGIS for terrain, LOS, and viewshed analysis

REQUIREMENTS -- EDUCATION, TECHNICAL, AND WORK EXPERIENCE

An Associate's Degree in Engineering or other technical discipline, or formal academic/vocational/military training and a minimum of seven (7) years of technical/professional experience in the specialty field are required for this position.

In addition, a Field Engineer II 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 routine to more complex engineering procedures and to prepare or make minor modifications of standard test procedures or test equipment work instructions
• Effective verbal and written communications skills
• Planning/organizational skills

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.

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; JCORP12