Field Engineer I - Telemetry

JT4 • Edwards AFB, CA

3d • $78,220 - $96,850

About The Position

Under close supervision, the Field Engineer I performs fundamental field engineering work involving installation, operation, testing, and maintenance of electronic equipment and systems. This entry-level work is generally performed as part of a project team. The role supports telemetry acquisition, fixed and mobile telemetry tracking systems, digital data transmission systems, and network systems through sustainment engineering, preventive and corrective maintenance, and real-time mission operations. Duties include establishing end-to-end connectivity for voice, video, and data links, monitoring missions for abnormalities, and resolving real-time issues under general technical guidance. The position requires use of engineering drawings and schematics, cabling and fiber-optic termination, and test and measurement equipment. The employee will also perform maintenance according to established procedures and documentation, track work in Maximo, and communicate with customers and counterparts. The role may require overtime, weekends, different shifts, periodic travel, and tower climbing or work at elevations exceeding 40 feet. The employee must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance up to the Secret level and must be a U.S. citizen.

Requirements

• Associate degree in engineering, formal academic or vocational training, or military equivalent, and four or more years of technical or professional experience in the specialty field.
• Professional knowledge of applicable engineering concepts and principles, with familiarity with related engineering fields.
• Practical knowledge of test methods and practices sufficient to perform routine engineering procedures and make minor modifications to standard test procedures or test-equipment work instructions.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Planning and organizational skills.
• Valid state-issued driver's license.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Working knowledge of telemetry acquisition systems and radio frequency theory.
• Understanding of LANs, WANs, and transport and networking equipment used for data transmission.
• Experience with data transmission equipment and media, including fiber optics, twisted pair, and RF coaxial cable.
• Experience terminating fiber optics, low-loss RF, and other copper-based cabling.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and make decisions in pressure situations.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Visio, and other relevant software.
• Ability to work overtime, including weekends, and different shifts; periodic travel availability is required.
• Ability to climb communications towers and work at elevations exceeding 40 feet.

Nice To Haves

• Practical knowledge of air-to-ground serial telemetry and voice and video data transmission.
• Knowledge of Maximo, tool control, logistics, safety, quality control, and preventive maintenance.
• Experience with tower climbing, boom/scissor lifts, and elevated work platforms.
• Network Plus, Linux Red Hat 8, or Security Plus certifications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and reference reading to assist higher-level engineers in obtaining technical information.
• Keep informed of and study approved standards, codes, and procedures relevant to the engineering specialty.
• Perform fundamental engineering tasks using standard techniques, including tolerance studies and design calculations.
• Plan and carry out successive engineering steps and resolve technical problems using standard practices and techniques.
• Support projects of limited scope, or portions of more complex projects, following detailed instructions about document intent and scope.
• Assist in preparing reports, correspondence, and technical studies.
• Provide sustainment engineering, preventive and corrective maintenance, and real-time operations support for telemetry tracking, digital data transmission, and network systems.
• Establish end-to-end connectivity for pre-mission voice, video, and data link checks; monitor real-time missions and address abnormalities and issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance according to Local Work Cards, operating procedures, technical manuals, and other official documentation.
• Create Maximo trouble tickets to track work performed as required by procedures.
• Interpret and redline engineering drawings, and use schematics to install, alter, and repair equipment.
• Communicate and interface with customers and counterparts by email, phone, virtual meetings, and in-person meetings.
• Perform other job-related duties as required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, active on Day 1.
• Life insurance.
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Disability insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) plan options with employer match: 50% match up to an 8% contribution, with 100% immediate vesting.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree