Instrumentation Operations Engineer III

JT4•Edwards AFB, CA

5d•$105,000 - $155,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Instrumentation Operation Engineer Level III will modify, install, test, evaluate, repair, and document the airborne test instrumentation data acquisition systems, as well as the operation and performance of ground support equipment. This role involves collecting data from multiple sensors, developing and analyzing data, or reviewing tasks under generally established project deadlines. The engineer will act as a lead for the sustainment, operations, and maintenance team on more complex engineering assignments. They will coordinate and work closely with other engineering, logistics, financial, and program management disciplines to define system specifications and meet project requirements. The position requires verifying and complying with engineering documentation standards and test procedures, performing technical analyses, and authoring/presenting formal technical papers. Additionally, the role involves reviewing and developing technical proposals, evaluating scope, feasibility, and level of effort, and authoring and maintaining system/subsystem specifications and technical documentation. The engineer will directly interface with customers at all levels from quotation to final design and support test activities, acting as a liaison for design reviews and technical working group meetings. They will also conduct site visits and experimental investigations, analyze engineering problems, propose solutions and alternatives, and provide recommendations. 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.

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

Analog and digital electronic fundamentals, familiar with various sensors like strain gauges, accelerometers, and thermal sensors, while also possessing an understanding of digital logic and EU conversions.
Proficiency with the Multi-meter, O-scope, spectrum analyzer, and signal generator to accomplish tasks such as checkout, calibration, troubleshooting, and repair.
Expertise in reading and applying schematics, mechanical drawings, wire diagrams, block diagrams, and technical publications.
IRIG 106 Telemetry Standards and TTC hardware/software.
A variety of electrical, instrumentation, and avionics on-aircraft experience, including bench testing.

Responsibilities

Modify, install, test, evaluate, repair, and document the airborne test instrumentation data acquisition systems, as well as the operation and performance of ground support equipment.
Collect data from multiple sensors, develop & analyze data, or review tasks under generally established project deadlines.
Act as a lead of development for the sustainment, operations, and maintenance team on more complex engineering assignments.
Coordinate and work closely with other engineering, logistics, financial, and program management disciplines to define system specifications and meet project requirements.
Verify and comply with engineering documentation standards and test procedures.
Perform technical analyses and author/present formal technical papers.
Review and develop technical proposals, evaluating scope, feasibility, and level of effort.
Author and maintain system/subsystem specifications and technical documentation.
Directly interface with customers at all levels from quotation to final design and support test activities, and act as liaison for design reviews and technical working group meetings to comply with requirements and specifications.
Conduct site visits and experimental investigations, analyze engineering problems, propose solutions and alternatives, and provide recommendations.
Performs other position-related duties and assignments as directed.