Human Systems Integration - Engineer

JT4; Edwards (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Savings Accounts/FSA's

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan Options with Employer Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

A defense contractor is seeking a qualified candidate for an engineering position focusing on human factors. Responsibilities include assisting engineers with human factors research, carrying out various engineering tasks, and interfacing with different teams. Candidates must have a relevant Bachelor's degree, and be a U.S. citizen, able to obtain a DoD security clearance. The expected salary range for this position is $110,000 to $185,000 annually, with benefits including medical insurance, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Systems Engineering required.
• Four years of related engineering experience or Master's with 2 years experience.
• Must be able to obtain DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and assist engineers with human factors technical information.
• Perform varied engineering tasks with established deadlines.
• Interface with teams to provide human factors expertise.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Analytical skills

Knowledge of computer-based engineering tools

Planning/organizing skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Master of Science in Engineering

Doctoral degree in Engineering

Tools

Computer systems

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

• The candidate will conduct research and reference reading to assist higher-level engineers in obtaining human factors technical information; keep informed of currently approved standards, codes and procedures applied to human factors engineering specialty.
• Perform engineering tasks that are varied, with established deadlines, and may be somewhat difficult in character with emphasis on the importance of human engineering and the impact of human performance on the flight test vehicle.
• Interface with teams across the project to provide human factors expertise and analysis.
• Plan and carry out successive human factors engineering stops and resolves technical problems by standard practices and techniques such as tolerance studies and design calculations.
• Prepares, delivers, and submits technical papers and performs engineering studies.
• Interacts with aircrew to develop and conduct human factors surveys and use computer-assisted test methods, conduct laboratory investigations on equipment or system.
• Assists in preparation of reports, correspondence, or technical studies.
• Studies currently approved standards, codes, and procedures applied to the HSI engineering specialty.
• Prepares, delivers, and submits technical presentations for in-process design and review meetings.
• Performs all other position-related duties as assigned or requested.

Desired Qualification

A Bachelor's Degree in Human Systems Engineering.

Requiments - Education, Technical, And Work Experience

The candidate must have a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited academic institution and four years of related engineering experience or have an accredited Master of Science in Engineering with at least 2 years of related engineering experience or have an accredited doctoral degree in engineering. The candidate must have mastery of concepts, principles, and practices of engineering that enables the employee to serve as a technical authority on projects relating to the specific programs. The position requires sufficient knowledge and skill to apply the latest developments in engineering to solve problems in the specialty area along with excellent communication and analytical skills. The candidate must have a working knowledge of computer systems and computer-based engineering tools and possess planning/organizing skills. The position may require the ability to investigate, troubleshoot, and design solutions to problems in operational hardware and software.

The candidate must possess a valid, state-issued driver's license. The candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance up to top secret with special access. Must be a U.S. citizen.

Salary

The expected salary range for this position is $110,000 to $185,000 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/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

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.