Hardware Engineer Antenna Lead - Kwajalein Atoll - 3485

Range Generation Next LLC • Huntsville, AL

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About The Position

Ready to launch your career? Be part of the next generation of access to space at one of the World’s Premier Gateways to Space! RGNext employees open portals to space by providing operation and sustainment of mission-critical systems that launch and track Department of Defense, civil, commercial, and international space launch rockets! We also provide U.S. defense and space awareness through ballistic missile testing, guided weapon and aeronautical tests and experiments to defend the United States to ensure our nation’s safety. As an RGNext employee, you will join a team of smart, creative, and highly motivated employees who take pride in their work and in the mission and who enjoy developing, sustaining and delivering world class solutions! If you are seeking to work in a dynamic environment and want to be part of the World’s Premier Gateway to Space, this may be the opportunity you’ve been looking for! This position is located on Kwajalein Atoll in the Marshall Islands.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Structural or Civil Engineering.
• Five (5) or more years of related experience.
• Experience in project management.
• Experience with using Visio, AutoCAD, SolidWorks and MATLAB.
• Advanced knowledge of construction methods, materials and legal regulations.
• Sound understanding of physics and mathematics.
• Ability to liaise with professionals from other disciplines.
• Three-dimensional conceptual skills.
• Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail with superb organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communications skills are required including the ability to interface directly with external customers.
• Proficient using Windows Office Suite and MS Project.

Nice To Haves

• Weapons test range systems O&M experience is desirable.
• Professional Engineer license, preferred.
• Certifications in Non-Destructive Testing methods such as Ultrasonic Testing, Die Penetrant, and Mag Particle are preferred.
• Certifications in Corrosion Prevention and Control are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead various disciplines in the completion of technically complex structural repairs and refurbishment projects.
• Responsible for design and implementation of improvement and modernization (I&M) projects.
• Define clear goals for all aspects of a project and develop steps for their proper execution.
• Calculate the loads and stresses acting on ALTAIR Antenna and other structures on Kwajalein Atoll.
• Prepare reports, designs and drawings.
• Consider the strength of construction materials and select appropriately.
• Provide technical advice on safe designs and construction.
• Analyze configurations of the basic components of a structure.
• Maintain the project schedule and budget.
• Monitor and inspect all work undertaken to ensure structural soundness.
• Provide operations and maintenance support for radar hardware systems.
• Apply advanced technical principles, techniques, theories and concepts that will help solve sometimes unusual complex technical problems and provide solutions which are highly innovative.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurances.
• Generous Paid Time Off and holiday pay.
• Retirement savings plan with a company match and vesting on day one.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Access to on-base fitness centers.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees