Subsystems - Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan Options with Employer Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

A defense engineering firm in California is seeking experienced engineers to support testing and evaluation of military aircraft systems. Candidates with a Bachelor’s in Engineering and relevant experience will be preferred. Key responsibilities include testing flight systems, collaborating with design teams, and ensuring safety standards are met. Benefits include medical and dental insurance, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement. The candidate must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain a security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
• 4+ years related engineering experience or 2+ years with a master's degree.
• Mastery of engineering concepts and principles.
• Ability to obtain a DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Testing flight systems for aircraft and ensuring safety standards.
• Conducting tests on flight systems.
• Collaborating with design and production teams.
• Documenting test results for system readiness.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Planning and organizing skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Master of Science in Engineering

Doctoral degree in Engineering

Tools

Computer-based engineering tools

Job description

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

Job Duties - Essential Functions

JT4 has multiple Subsystems Engineering opportunities at Edwards AFB in support of Developmental Testing and Evaluation of military aircraft, to include Test Plans, Execute and Technical Reporting on Identification of sub systems. Additional duties will include helping teams to facilitate test/safety planning and execution of avionics and flight science test efforts.

• Responsible for testing flight systems for aircraft, including fuels, hydraulics, brakes, and Environmental Control Systems.
• Testing and Validation: Conducting comprehensive tests on flight systems to ensure they meet safety and performance standards.
• Collaboration: Working closely with design and production teams to implement improvements and upgrades.
• Documentation: Documenting test results and providing input for system certification and readiness for flight.

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

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, A1412TW