Field Engineer III

JT4•Edwards AFB, CA

5h•$96,488 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

A Field Engineer III performs as a lead on more complex field engineering assignments and performs a variety of engineering assignments involving technology applications involved in the installation, operation, testing, and maintenance of complex electronic/mechanical equipment and systems. The ideal candidate will possess Subject Matter Expert (SME) knowledge of telemetry acquisition systems, Radio Frequency (RF) theory, and a strong working knowledge of Inter-Range Instrumentation Group (IRIG) standards. Job duties include providing sustainment engineering, preventive and corrective maintenance, and real-time operations support for fixed and mobile telemetry tracking systems, digital data transmission systems, and network infrastructure under general technical guidance. The candidate will be actively involved in designing, building out, and sustaining Range Telemetry systems in strict adherence to 412TW Range Engineering and Quality Assurance processes. Real-time support duties involve establishing end-to-end connectivity for pre-mission checks of voice, video, and data links, as well as monitoring live missions for abnormalities and rapidly troubleshooting issues as they arise. The candidate will perform preventative maintenance on all equipment in accordance with established Local Work Cards, standard operating procedures, tech manuals, and other official documentation. The candidate must be proficient in utilizing test equipment such as RF spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, telemetry receivers, and video distribution amplifiers. A solid understanding of Local Area Networks (LAN) and Wide Area Networks (WAN) is required, along with practical knowledge of data transport equipment and transmission media. The candidate will play a pivotal role in Range configuration management. This includes extensive experience drafting, submitting, and tracking Configuration Change Requests (CCRs) in accordance with Range Minor Change Review Board (MCRB) processes. The candidate will also be responsible for conducting market research to obtain accurate quotes for purchase requests, as well as writing and executing Acceptance Test Plans (ATPs). Furthermore, the candidate must be highly skilled in interpreting engineering drawings, drafting as-built drawing schematics and cable lists, redlining changes, and reviewing overall project drawing packages for CCR closure. Extensive experience terminating various types of fiber optics, low-loss RF, and copper-based cabling is essential. As a senior-level position within the Range Sustainment Team, strong leadership skills are required. The successful candidate must be able to work independently and collaboratively, demonstrating the ability to make critical decisions in high-pressure situations. The role demands strong communication skills—written, verbal, and in presentation development—to effectively interface with team members, management, and Range stakeholders. To accommodate various mission support objectives, the candidate must be available to work overtime, varying shifts, and weekends, and must be available for periodic travel. Position responsibilities dictate: Strict adherence to Quality Assurance and Safety guidelines across all scopes of work, as well as meeting all ancillary training requirements. The applicant must be able to achieve certification in communications Tower Climbing/Rescue, Forklift operations, and Mobile Elevated Work Platforms (MEWPs), perform work at elevated locations, and successfully meet all Section Master Task List milestones within set timelines. In addition, the applicant will possess or be able to obtain a DoD Secret clearance within 180 days of hire with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance.

Requirements

Subject Matter Expert (SME) knowledge of telemetry acquisition systems, Radio Frequency (RF) theory, and a strong working knowledge of Inter-Range Instrumentation Group (IRIG) standards
Proficient in utilizing test equipment such as RF spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, telemetry receivers, and video distribution amplifiers
Solid understanding of Local Area Networks (LAN) and Wide Area Networks (WAN)
Practical knowledge of data transport equipment and transmission media
Extensive experience drafting, submitting, and tracking Configuration Change Requests (CCRs) in accordance with Range Minor Change Review Board (MCRB) processes
Highly skilled in interpreting engineering drawings, drafting as-built drawing schematics and cable lists, redlining changes, and reviewing overall project drawing packages for CCR closure
Strong leadership skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Ability to make critical decisions in high-pressure situations
Strong communication skills—written, verbal, and in presentation development
Must be available to work overtime, varying shifts, and weekends
Must be available for periodic travel
Must be able to achieve certification in communications Tower Climbing/Rescue, Forklift operations, and Mobile Elevated Work Platforms (MEWPs)
Must be able to perform work at elevated locations
Must be able to successfully meet all Section Master Task List milestones within set timelines
Must possess or be able to obtain a DoD Secret clearance within 180 days of hire with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance
An associate’s degree in engineering or other technical discipline, or formal academic/vocational/military training and a minimum of 10 years of experience in the specialty field
Broad knowledge of concepts, principles, and practices of engineering that enable senior technical contributor-level performance on complex projects or programs
Knowledge and skill sufficient to apply developments in engineering to solve problems in the specialty area
Working knowledge of computer systems and integrated software application programs
Ability to investigate, troubleshoot, and design solutions to problems in operational hardware and software
Excellent 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

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 products
Experience with the Maximo database for purchase requisitions, tool control, maintenance, and logistics tracking
Prior experience in tower climbing and operating elevated work platforms (boom and scissor lifts)
Experience in project/property management and team leadership
Certifications in CompTIA Security+, Electronics, Networking, and Linux Red Hat 8
Active Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Responsibilities

Apply knowledge of design specifications for more complex systems/projects
Coordinate and work closely with other engineering, logistics, financial, and program management disciplines to define system specifications and requirements
Verify and comply with engineering documentation standards and test procedures
Prepare, deliver, and submit technical papers and perform engineering studies
Support development of technical proposals and provide comments on technical content and level of effort of the proposed scope of work
Develop, maintain, and produce technical documentation and system/subsystem specifications
Direct interface and liaison with customers at all levels from quotation to final design and test activities, design reviews, and technical working group meetings to comply with requirements and specifications
Conduct site visits, experimental investigations and analyze engineering problems, propose solutions and alternatives, and provide recommendations
Perform other job-related duties, as required
Providing sustainment engineering, preventive and corrective maintenance, and real-time operations support for fixed and mobile telemetry tracking systems, digital data transmission systems, and network infrastructure
Designing, building out, and sustaining Range Telemetry systems in strict adherence to 412TW Range Engineering and Quality Assurance processes
Establishing end-to-end connectivity for pre-mission checks of voice, video, and data links
Monitoring live missions for abnormalities and rapidly troubleshooting issues as they arise
Performing preventative maintenance on all equipment in accordance with established Local Work Cards, standard operating procedures, tech manuals, and other official documentation
Drafting, submitting, and tracking Configuration Change Requests (CCRs) in accordance with Range Minor Change Review Board (MCRB) processes
Conducting market research to obtain accurate quotes for purchase requests
Writing and executing Acceptance Test Plans (ATPs)
Interpreting engineering drawings, drafting as-built drawing schematics and cable lists, redlining changes, and reviewing overall project drawing packages for CCR closure
Terminating various types of fiber optics, low-loss RF, and copper-based cabling
Strict adherence to Quality Assurance and Safety guidelines across all scopes of work
Meeting all ancillary training requirements
Achieve certification in communications Tower Climbing/Rescue, Forklift operations, and Mobile Elevated Work Platforms (MEWPs)
Perform work at elevated locations
Successfully meet all Section Master Task List milestones within set timelines