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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
Under close supervision, a Field Engineer I performs a variety of fundamental field engineering tasks in the installation, operations, testing, and maintenance of electronic equipment and systems. Work is at an entry level and is generally performed as a member of a project team.
Employee will be responsible for the following functions/duties:

• Conduct research and reference reading to assist higher-level engineers in obtaining technical information
• Keep informed of and study currently approved standards, codes, and procedures applied to engineering specialty
• Perform fundamental engineering tasks requiring standard techniques, such as tolerance studies and design calculations
• Plan and carry out successive engineering steps and resolve technical problems by standard practices and techniques
• Support projects with limited scope or parts of more complex projects with detailed instructions on the intent and scope of the documents to be prepared
• Assist in preparation of reports, correspondence, or technical studies
• Perform other job-related duties, as required

RANGE POSITION DESCRIPTION
The applicant is expected to possess a foundational understanding of Telemetry systems with the ability to comprehend signal flow within a given system. Job responsibilities encompass Telemetry operations, data transport systems, and network systems with adherence to technical standards. This includes promptly addressing real-time mission anomalies and effectively troubleshooting emergent issues. Moreover, the candidate must demonstrate familiarity with local area networks and wide area networks, coupled with a knowledge of the transport and networking equipment integral to data transport.
Knowledge of structured cabling in support of data transmission equipment, such as fiber optics, twisted pair, and low loss RF cables with a knowledge of termination techniques is desired. It is necessary that the candidate understand how to operate mission support equipment such as RF spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, telemetry receivers, video distribution amplifiers, and video switches. While not required, a candidate with a developing understanding of Pan and Tilt antenna systems, RFoF, TMoIP, and expertise in installing and testing telemetry acquisition systems, GPS timing, and video solutions would be advantageous.
The candidate is expected to communicate effectively with the drafting department to create engineering drawings, and proficiency with drafting software such as Visio is desired. The candidate must be able to interpret and redline engineering drawings, as well as utilize schematics to install, alter, and repair equipment. The candidate will need to interface with engineering to make system proposals, evaluations, install, test and implement the use of new equipment. Perform quality assurance on telemetry systems as well as validation/verification of electronic systems. Produce operations, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting procedures for existing or new telemetry systems.
The candidate must be able to work independently and as an integral part of a team, capable of making decisions under pressure. The candidate must be able to work overtime including weekends as well as varying shifts to accommodate mission support objectives. Routine preventative maintenance of all equipment, in accordance with established procedures and technical manuals, and other authoritative documentation is a fundamental responsibility. Furthermore, the candidate shall be responsible for generating local trouble tickets and maintenance tracking using Maximo to document all work performed per established procedures.
Effective and professional communication with customers, involving email correspondence, phone interactions, and face-to-face meetings, is imperative.
The applicant must obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance, extending up to and including the Secret level, with special access privileges. The ideal candidate will have experience operating Mobile Elevated Work platforms (boom lifts, scissor lifts) in accordance with safety protocols. Familiarity with personal fall arrest systems is required, including proper donning, use, and inspection. The role also involves physically demanding tasks, including the ability to safely climb ladders and access rooftops or elevated structures.
REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION, TECHNICAL, AND WORK EXPERIENCE
An associate's degree in engineering or formal academic/vocational training, or military equivalent and four or more years of technical/professional experience in the specialty field are required for this position.
In addition, a Field Engineer I must possess the following qualifications:

• Professional knowledge of applicable engineering concepts and principles and familiarity with related engineering fields
• Practical knowledge of test methods and practices sufficient to perform relatively routine engineering procedures and to prepare or make minor modifications of standard test procedures or test equipment work instructions
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Planning/organizational skills
• 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 saalry range for this position is $78,220 to $85,280 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 while using 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 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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