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Electrical Test Engineer (PTC) - Power & Control Systems
Electrical Engineer III
NASA Neil Armstrong Test Facility (ATF)
Sandusky, OH HX5 is an award-winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast-growing veteran- and woman-owned company with locations nationwide. The Test Facilities Operation, and Engineering (TFOME III) Team, which includes Troy7, Sierra Lobo, HX5, Amentum & MSM, is currently seeking a for Electrical Test Engineers experienced in Power Systems and Controls to perform a scope of work involving study, design, implementation, and/or project management of a wide variety of electrical, instrumentation, control, and data systems for facilities, test related apparatus, and specialty hardware and software for the Propulsion Test Complex (PTC) in Sandusky, Ohio. The role may be assigned to HX5 or one of the other teammate companies. The TFOME team provides engineering and technical services in the aeronautics, space power, and propulsion test facilities.   Responsibilities: * Designs and develops electronic integrated circuits, controls, data and instrumentation hardware, subsystems, and systems for specialty process systems, aerospace hardware, and test rigs. Integrates pressure, temperature, cryogenic temperature sensors, flow, stress-strain, proximity and level measurement devices into process systems and test hardware.
* Provides technical expertise for programming, setup, maintaining, and troubleshooting PC/Unix based systems, data acquisition systems, and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC).
* Responsible for integration of controls and instrumentation into PLC hardware and software.
* Responsible for design and specification of instrumentation, signal conditioning equipment, and integration with data acquisition systems.
* Provides technical direction to electronics technicians and electricians in the installation, checkout, calibration, troubleshooting and operation of electrical, controls, data, and instrumentation hardware and systems.
* Develops and updates schematics, drawings, calibration documentation, technical procedures, and quality control (ISO 9001) documentation.
* Prepares purchase requisitions and hardware/software specifications for electronic/electrical equipment.  Evaluates vendor proposals and provides technical recommendations for procurement.
* Supports large-and-small scale test operations including operations of control, instrumentation, and data systems.
* Designs and maintains communication networks running over TCP/IP.
* Provides support for training of other engineers and technicians.
* Develops plans and requirements for upgrading and maintaining facility Data Acquisition Systems and software.
* Provides support for special tasks involving detailed engineering analyses.
* Develops presentations and presents at or can be expected to be a part of design reviews, safety reviews, and other technical presentations.
Qualifications: Must have a combination of the following education and experience:   * Requires a bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer, Electrical or related engineering discipline. Additional years of related experience may count as educational equivalence. Typically has specialized knowledge/experience of one or more aspects related to Electrical, Electronic, Data Systems or Computer Engineering. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are highly desirable.
* Must have five (5) years of relevant experience.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills are highly desirable.
* Direct knowledge of C++, FORTRAN, Visual Basic, AUTOCAD, MATHCAD, and SPICE are highly desirable.  Familiarity with MS Office products is a must.
* Direct knowledge of National Electric Code and familiarity with Hazardous Area and general OSHA safety classifications are highly desirable.
* Direct knowledge of ISA Standards where applicable is highly desirable.
* Understanding of cryogenics, power distribution systems to 480 VAC, basic semiconductor device theory, steady state and transient data acquisition systems are highly desirable.
* Understanding of specialized devices such as limit switches, pressure, vacuum and flow switches, proximity detectors, flame and combustible gas detectors, photocells, thermocouples, transducers, etc.    Other Position Requirement: * Must be a US Citizen and successfully complete a U.S. government background investigation. HX5 offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include: * Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
* 401(k) plan with Company Match
* Paid Holidays
* Paid Time Off
* Parental Leave
* Life Insurance
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts HX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. HX5, LLC is a Drug Free Workplace Employer. ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE: If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please call (850) 362-6551. #LI-Onsite CJ