Field Engineer II - JSE Nellis AFB, NV

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 SUMMARY - ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES

Performs a variety of fundamental field engineering tasks under general supervision of a senior level engineer, involved in the installation, operations, testing and maintenance of electronic equipment and systems.

• Conducts research and reference reading to assist higher-level engineers in obtaining technical information and keeps informed of currently approved standards, codes, and procedures applied to engineering specialty.
• Performs engineering or other highly technical tasks that are varied and may be somewhat difficult in character.
• Plans and carries out successive engineering steps and resolves technical problems by standard practices and techniques, such as tolerance studies and design calculations.
• Supports projects with limited scope or parts of more complex projects with detailed instructions on the intent and scope of the documents to be prepared.
• Generate sections of design specifications of more complex projects or complete specifications of less complex projects.
• Using computer-assisted test methods, conducts laboratory investigations on equipment or systems.
• Assists in preparation of reports, correspondence or technical studies.
• 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.
• Perform all other position related duties as assigned or requested.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working with enterprise IT hardware or digital video projection systems or aircraft simulators or military aircraft instrumentation/avionics.
• Interpret building blueprints, electrical and mechanical schematics.
• Experience using test equipment such as: Ethernet cable tester, Digital multi meter, fiber inspection scope, ethernet/fiber cable analyzer.
• Must be able to create basic documents using Microsoft Office Suite and effectively communicate inside and outside of the team using Microsoft Outlook and Teams.
• Must be familiar with the safe and proper use of common hand tools.
• Must be able to work independently or in a team environment.
• Must be able to perform research and apply knowledge to develop new technician policies and procedures.
• Must be able to lift objects up to 50 pounds and work in a hands-on environment.
• Must qualify for and maintain a government security clearance and possess a current state issued driver's license.

The candidate should meet most of the following requirements:

• Experience with Windows Server operating systems.
• Build and test shielded Ethernet cables and single/multi-mode fiber lines.
• Troubleshoot and maintain Projection/video systems.
• Basic computer networking skills with some administrative tasks.
• Familiarity with Linux (preferably Red Hat) command line and desktop interfaces
• Familiarity with HOTAS (hands on throttle and stick) style flight controls
• Familiarity with KVM consoles/switches, as well as remote management protocols (rdp, ssh, etc.).

REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION, TECHNICAL, AND WORK EXPERIENCE

Associate's Degree in Engineering or other technical discipline or formal academic/vocational/military training and a minimum of 7 or more years of technical/professional experience in the specialty field. Must have a professional knowledge of applicable engineering concepts and principles, and a familiarity with related engineering fields. Must have a practical knowledge of test methods and practices sufficient to perform routine to more complex engineering procedures and to prepare or make minor modifications of standard test procedures or test equipment work instructions. Incumbent must have a valid, current state driver's license. Must qualify for and maintain a Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship is required.

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

This position involves work typical of an office environment with no unusual hazards. There is occasional lifting (up to 20 pounds), constant sitting and use of a computer terminal, constant use of sight abilities while writing, reviewing, and editing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, and constant mental alertness. Routine 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