Propulsions - Engineer

jt4currentopeningscx3; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) Plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

JT4, LLC is seeking Propulsion Integration (PI) Test & Evaluation engineers to support ground and flight-test programs for military aircraft propulsion systems. You will participate in PI document reviews, coordinate with TRB/SRB/IPT meetings, and ensure engineering input drives test planning and execution.

The role requires a BS in Engineering (ABET-accredited) with 4+ years of related experience, or an MS/PhD with related work; DoD Top Secret clearance and U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering from ABET-accredited institution or higher with related experience.
• 4 years of related engineering experience, or 2 years with an accredited MS, or a PhD in engineering.
• Must have DoD security clearance up to Top Secret with special access; U.S. citizenship required; valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide input to PI test planning, input to TRB/SRB/RIPT meetings, and PI enterprise coordination from ground to flight tests.
• Support test execution, including data analysis, instrumentation requirements, and post-flight reporting; coordinate with PI teams and allied disciplines.

Skills

Propulsion integration

Test & Evaluation

Flight test experience

Data analysis

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (ABET-accredited)

MS in Engineering

Doctoral degree in engineering

Tools

Computer-based engineering tools

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.

JT4 will be hiring multiple candidates for this position with varying experience and skill levels. Salary ranges will be based on skill level and education.

JOB DUTIES - ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

JT4 has immediate need for aircraft Propulsion Integration (PI) Test and Evaluation (T&E) engineers. Incumbents will review and provide input to PI document reviews in support of Technical Review Board (TRB), Safety Review Board (SRB), and Report Integrated Product Teams (RIPT) meetings. Candidates will also provide PI enterprise level coordination (ground test to flight test) for all projects. Support the Director of Propulsion Safety and Technical Review (DoPSTR), Joint Propulsion Council meetings and special topic IPTs, assist in the coordination of input from allied engineering disciplines (avionics, armament, electronic warfare, flying qualities, performance, structures, subsystems, and signature) for PI T&E.

Candidate must possess experience in the field of military aircraft propulsion integration Test and Evaluation (T&E). Responsibilities will include providing technical input to test planning efforts, developing and/or modifying data analysis tools, defining engine test instrumentation requirements, supporting test execution, including control room support, performing post-flight data analysis, and assisting with technical reporting. The incumbent should have flight test experience, preferably in the T&E of a variety of single-engine and multi-engine aircraft platforms.

REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION, TECHNICAL, AND WORK EXPERIENCE

The candidate must have a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited academic institution and 4 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.

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