Operations Test Analyst V - JSE Lab Lead

JT4 • Edwards AFB, CA

4d • $145,000 - $170,000

About The Position

JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract (J-Tech II). The Operations Test Analyst V assists with developmental and operational testing of internal and external customer systems, serving as an interface between instrumentation engineers and test customers to ensure required parametric data is available for analysis and accurately reflects system configuration and operational characteristics.

In this JSE Lab Lead role, the selected candidate will lead the planning, operation, and modernization of a hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) test laboratory. The position combines technical subject-matter expertise, facility and infrastructure management, test and evaluation execution, and coordination with government and industry partners to deliver timely, rigorous, and reliable laboratory products. The employee will lead complex test activities, contribute technical authority and expertise, and support the readiness, quality, and integrity of test products.

The role is performed in a typical office environment with no unusual hazards. It involves occasional lifting up to 20 pounds, constant sitting while using a computer terminal, constant use of sight when reviewing documents, constant speech and hearing for communication, and constant mental alertness. Planning and organizing skills and the ability to work under deadlines are required.

Requirements

• Meet one of the stated education and related-experience combinations: technical training and at least 20 years of related experience; an associate degree and 16 years; a related bachelor's degree in engineering, math, computer science, or physics and 14 years; or a related master's degree and 10 years.
• Understand engineering and analysis concepts, principles, and practices sufficiently to serve as a technical authority on projects related to specific programs.
• Have knowledge and skill sufficient to apply the latest technological developments to solve problems in the specialty area.
• Maintain excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Possess working knowledge of computer systems and integrated software application programs.
• Qualify for and maintain a government security clearance.
• Possess a valid state-issued driver's license.
• Be a U.S. citizen.
• Have planning and organizing skills and be able to work under deadline.

Responsibilities

• Provide or assist with leadership, organization, vision, innovation, and supervisory skills for a technical branch.
• Provide detailed technical expertise on test processes and the range environment and capabilities.
• Serve as an EW, RF, and Protocol subject-matter expert in a specialized area.
• Improve processes, systems, and procedures to increase efficiency.
• Develop advanced data-analysis tools, processes, or products for complex analysis.
• Provide analytical mentorship to mid-level and junior analysts.
• Analyze pre-test predictions to design test events and profiles, define data-collection requirements and go/no-go criteria for complex test objectives, and brief complex mission execution plans.
• Conduct and direct complex test activities from control centers and provide expert system-performance monitoring.
• Lead and operate a HITL test laboratory, ensuring disciplined execution, readiness, data quality, and integrity of test products.
• Define HITL use cases, facility and infrastructure needs, equipment, and laboratory enhancements in alignment with the Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP).
• Manage laboratory planning and sustainment, including procurement coordination, cost and schedule estimates, renovations, personnel preparation, and work scheduling.
• Provide airborne-systems subject-matter-expert support and coordinate with government, industry, program management, contracts, and engineering teams.
• Make tactical trade-offs using sound judgment and flexibility while maintaining rigorous test and evaluation standards.
• Read, understand, and implement applicable operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements, plans, procedures, and policies.

Benefits

• Medical insurance, active on Day 1.
• Dental insurance, active on Day 1.
• Vision insurance, active on Day 1.
• Life insurance.
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Disability insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) plan options with employer match: 50% match up to an 8% contribution, with 100% immediate vesting.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed