Instrumentation Operations Engineer

JT4

About The Position

The Instrumentation Operation Engineer has the responsibility of modification, installation, testing, evaluation, repair, and documentation of airborne test instrumentation, data acquisition systems, as well as the operation and performance of ground support equipment.

Requirements

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
Multi-meter, O-scope, spectrum analyzer, signal generator, to accomplish tasks such as checkout, calibration, troubleshooting and repair
Schematics, mechanical drawings, wire diagrams, wire repair, block diagrams and technical publications
IRIG 106 Telemetry Standards & TTC hardware/software
A variety of electrical, instrumentation, and avionics on aircraft including bench testing
The candidate must have a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited academic institution and four years of related engineering experience or have an accredited Master of Science in Engineering with a minimum of two years of related engineering experience or have an accredited doctorate degree in engineering are required for this position. Incumbent will be required to qualify for and maintain a government security clearance and must have a valid, current state driver's license. Must have or be able to obtain a DOD security clearance. Must be able to obtain special access.
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.
The candidate must possess a valid, state issued driver's license. Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance. Must be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

Perform as a lead of a development, sustainment, or operations and maintenance team on more complex engineering assignments.
Independently perform a range of design, development, analysis, or review tasks under generally established project deadlines.
Complete design specifications, analyses, or design reviews for complex projects
Generate complete design specifications for more complex 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 the technical content and level of effort of the proposed scope of work.
Develop, maintain, and produce technical documentation and system/subsystem specifications.
Direct interface with customers at all levels from quotation to final design and test activities.
Acts as liaison for design reviews and technical working group meetings to comply with requirements and specifications.
Conduct site visits and experimental investigations and analyze engineering problems, propose solutions and alternatives, and provide recommendation.
Perform other job-related duties, as required.