Supervisory Instrumentation Engineer III

Jt4, Llc; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Active on Day 1

Life Insurance

Health Savings Accounts/FSA's

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan with Employer Match

Job summary

JT4, LLC is seeking a Supervisory Instrumentation Engineer III to lead the modification, installation, testing, and documentation of airborne test instrumentation and data acquisition systems. The role involves supervising engineers and technicians across shifts and interfacing with internal/external customers on test activities.

You will conduct technical work, develop design specifications, perform analyses, and mentor staff to maintain safety and compliance with JT4 and Air Force

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Engineering from ABET-accredited institution and 4+ years of related engineering experience or an MS with 2+ years or a PhD in engineering.
• Mastery of engineering concepts enabling technical authority on projects.
• Working knowledge of computer systems and engineering tools.
• Ability to investigate, troubleshoot, and design solutions for operational hardware/software.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Modify, install, test, evaluate, repair and document airborne test instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
• Lead a small engineering/technical team across multiple shifts; plan and track staff workload.
• Prepare design specifications and technical reports; present at in-process design reviews.
• Interface with customers and support proposals, scope of work, and cost planning.
• Ensure safety culture and compliance with JT4 and Air Force requirements.

Skills

Analog and digital electronics

Sensors and instrumentation

Electrical test equipment

Schematics and wiring diagrams

IRIG 106 Telemetry Standards

Leadership and supervision

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Engineering

M.S. in Engineering

Engineering Doctorate (PhD)

Job description

#12387

Job Category

INSTRUMENTATION

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

What You Will Do with JT4

The Supervisory Instrumentation Engineer III has the responsibility of modification, installation, testing, evaluation, repair, and documentation of airborne test instrumentation, data acquisition systems, as well as the supervision and administration of a small section of engineers and technicians across multiple shifts.

EXPERIENCE WITH:

• Analog and digital electronic fundamentals, familiar with various sensors like strain gauges, accelerometers, and thermal sensors, while also possessing an understanding of digital logic and EU conversions
• Multi-meter, O-scope, spectrum analyzer, signal generator, to accomplish tasks such as checkout, calibration, troubleshooting and repair
• Schematics, mechanical drawings, wire diagrams, wire repair, block diagrams and technical publications
• IRIG 106 Telemetry Standards & TTC hardware/software
• A variety of electrical, instrumentation, and avionics on aircraft including bench testing
• Leadership experience as a lead engineer of a technical group; including scheduling, work delegation, performance reporting, and task-tracking

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct research and reference reading to obtain technical information; keeps informed of currently approved standards, codes, and procedures applied to engineering specialty
• Perform engineering tasks that are varied, with established deadlines that may be somewhat difficult in character
• Plan and carry out successive engineering steps to resolve technical problems by standard practices and techniques such as tolerance studies and design calculations
• Manage projects or parts of more complex projects with limited instruction on the intent and scope of the documents to be prepared
• Generate design specifications of more complex projects or complete specifications of less complex projects
• Using computer-assisted test methods, conduct laboratory investigations on equipment or systems
• Prepare reports, correspondence, or technical studies
• Prepare, deliver, and submit technical presentations for in-process design and review meetings
• Support development of technical proposals and provide comments on the technical content and level of effort of the proposed scope of work
• Direct interface with internal and external customers at all levels; may act as liaison for test activities and technical working groups
• Supervise the performance of work performed by employees assigned to the section
• Set employee work schedules and accounts for time worked by section employees
• Interview and make related hiring recommendations on prospective employees when unit vacancies occur
• Contribute to the development of operations/expense budgets for the section and control costs and resources accordingly
• Provide training and mentorship to section employees
• Develop and maintain a safety culture compliant with all JT4 and Air Force requirements
• Perform a variety of engineering or supervisory tasks and any other position-related duties as assigned or requested

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 $130,000 to $150,000 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.

BENEFITS

• 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.

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JT4 is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender, age disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), national origin, military status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. The Company provides reasonable accommodations/modifications to disabled individuals to assist in the hiring process and to qualified individuals with disabilities in the performance of essential job functions, in accordance with federal, state and local law. If you need assistance in completing this application, please contact Recruiting and Staffing at [phone].