Instrumentation Design Engineer III

JT4•Edwards AFB, CA

2d•$105,510 - $146,653•Onsite

About The Position

The Instrumentation Design Engineer will perform a variety of engineering tasks in design, development, manufacturing, testing, installation, integration, sustainment, operations, and maintenance of software, electronic, and/or mechanical equipment and systems. Work will involve some evaluation, originality, or ingenuity and is generally performed as a member of a development, sustainment, or operations and maintenance team.

Requirements

A Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited academic institution and four (4) years of related engineering experience, or an accredited Master of Science in Engineering and a minimum of two (2) years of related engineering experience, or an accredited doctorate degree in engineering are required for this position.
Mastery of concepts, principles, and practices of engineering that enable the employee to serve as a technical authority on projects relating to the specific programs
Knowledge and skill sufficient to apply the latest developments in engineering to solve problems in the specialty area
Working knowledge of computer systems and computer-based engineering tools
Ability to investigate, troubleshoot, and design solutions to problems in operational hardware and software
Excellent communication and analytical skills
Planning/organizational skills and the ability to work under deadlines
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

Professional knowledge of applicable mechanical engineering concepts and principles.
Knowledgeable in related engineering practices in aircraft design and materials.
Possesses the practical knowledge required to modify current or new designs with specific requirements that range from simple to complex difficulty.
Knowledge of computer systems and computer-based engineering tools (SolidWorks).

Responsibilities

Perform as a leader of development, sustainment, and effectively coordinate operations and engineering technicians as a team on more complex engineering assignments.
Independently perform a range of design, development, analysis, or review tasks under generally established project deadlines.
Plan and carry out successive engineering steps and resolve technical problems by standard practices and techniques, such as tolerance studies and design calculations.
Generates complete sections of design specifications for more complex projects, while also supporting projects with a limited scope by preparing documents based on detailed instructions.
Conduct research on equipment or systems, using computer-assisted test methods.
Verify and comply with engineering documentation standards and test procedures according to Edwards AFBI 21-126.
Keeps informed of and studies currently approved standards, codes, and procedures applied to the engineering specialty.
Prepare, deliver, and submit technical presentations for in-process design and review meetings.
Acts as liaison for design reviews and technical working group meetings to comply with requirements and specifications.
Provide crucial mechanical design support for the Global Power Bomber, ensuring all program requirements and critical deadlines are met through diligent and proactive engagement.
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.