Instrumentation Design Engineer III

JT4; Edwards (CA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with Employer Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

JT4, LLC is seeking an Instrumentation Design Engineer to join our Edwards AFB team. You will lead design, development, and integration activities for complex hardware and software systems, coordinating with engineering technicians to meet project deadlines and test requirements.

The role requires a BS in Engineering with 4 years of related experience or an MS with 2 years (or a PhD). Strong CAD (SolidWorks) and problem-solving skills are essential, along with the ability to obtain security

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution with 4 years related experience, or an MS with 2+ years, or a PhD.
• Mastery of engineering concepts, ability to act as technical authority on projects.
• Working knowledge of computer-based engineering tools and systems.
• Ability to investigate, troubleshoot, and design solutions for hardware/software.
• Excellent communication, analytical, planning and organizational skills.
• Must possess driver’s license and ability to obtain security clearance and US citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and coordinate engineers on complex assignments.
• Perform design, development, analysis, or review tasks under deadlines.
• Plan engineering steps and resolve problems using standard practices.
• Prepare complete design specifications and support projects with detailed instructions.
• Conduct research on equipment or systems using computer-assisted methods.
• Prepare, deliver, and submit technical design presentations for reviews.
• Act as liaison for design reviews and technical working groups.
• Provide mechanical design support for the Global Power Bomber program.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Aircraft design

Analytical skills

Planning skills

Education

ABET-accredited BS in Engineering

MS in Engineering

PhD in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

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.

What You Will Do With JT4

The Instrumentation Design Engineer will perform a variety of engineering tasks in design, development, manufacturing, testing, installation, integration, sustainment, operations, and maintenance of software, electronic, and/or mechanical equipment and systems. Work will involve some evaluation, originality, or ingenuity and is generally performed as a member of a development, sustainment, or operations and maintenance team.

Job Duties - Essential Functions

• Perform as a leader of development, sustainment, and effectively coordinate operations and engineering technicians as a team on more complex engineering assignments.
• Independently perform a range of design, development, analysis, or review tasks under generally established project deadlines.
• Plan and carry out successive engineering steps and resolve technical problems by standard practices and techniques, such as tolerance studies and design calculations.
• Generates complete sections of design specifications for more complex projects, while also supporting projects with a limited scope by preparing documents based on detailed instructions.
• Conduct research on equipment or systems, using computer-assisted test methods.
• Verify and comply with engineering documentation standards and test procedures according to Edwards AFBI 21-126.
• Keeps informed of and studies currently approved standards, codes, and procedures applied to the engineering specialty.
• Prepare, deliver, and submit technical presentations for in-process design and review meetings.
• Acts as liaison for design reviews and technical working group meetings to comply with requirements and specifications.
• Provide crucial mechanical design support for the Global Power Bomber, ensuring all program requirements and critical deadlines are met through diligent and proactive engagement.

Desired Experience

• Professional knowledge of applicable mechanical engineering concepts and principles.
• Knowledgeable in related engineering practices in aircraft design and materials.
• Possesses the practical knowledge required to modify current or new designs with specific requirements that range from simple to complex difficulty.
• Knowledge of computer systems and computer-based engineering tools (SolidWorks).
• Planning/organizational skills and the ability to work under deadlines.

Requirements - Education, Technical, And Work Experience

A Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited academic institution and four (4) years of related engineering experience, or an accredited Master of Science in Engineering and a minimum of two (2) years of related engineering experience, or an accredited doctorate degree in engineering are required for this position.

In addition, an Engineer III must possess the following qualifications:

• Mastery of concepts, principles, and practices of engineering that enable the employee to serve as a technical authority on projects relating to the specific programs
• Knowledge and skill sufficient to apply the latest developments in engineering to solve problems in the specialty area
• Working knowledge of computer systems and computer-based engineering tools
• Ability to investigate, troubleshoot, and design solutions to problems in operational hardware and software
• Excellent communication and analytical skills
• Planning/organizational skills and the ability to work under deadlines
• 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 $105,510 to $146,653 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

• 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 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.