Video Engineer - China Lake CA

JT4 • Ridgecrest, CA

2h • $96,491 - $111,491 • Onsite

About The Position

JT4 China Lake is looking for a Video Engineer to support in accordance with Mission Control Real-Time Display Branch requirements and established government engineering processes. The Video Engineer will integrate with existing branch engineering teams to support ongoing operations, system development, testing, and modernization efforts. All work will be performed in alignment with government priorities and technical direction. JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force, Space Force, and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech II. JT4 develops and maintains realistic, integrated test and training environments and prepares our nation's war-fighting aircraft, weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challenges. An ideal candidate will have an active DoD secret clearance. This position is located at China Lake and is not eligible for telework.

Requirements

• An associate's degree in engineering or other technical discipline, or formal academic/vocational/military training and a minimum of 10 years of experience in the specialty field are required for this position.
• Broad knowledge of concepts, principles, and practices of engineering that enable senior technical contributor-level performance on complex projects or programs
• Knowledge and skill sufficient to apply developments in engineering to solve problems in the specialty area
• Working knowledge of computer systems and integrated software application programs
• Ability to investigate, troubleshoot, and design solutions to problems in operational hardware and software
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Planning/organizational skills
• Active DoD secret clearance
• U.S. citizenship

Responsibilities

• Support Real-Time video operations, including video and audio recording systems, display systems, and associated signal distribution pathways.
• Collaborate with Mission Control technical and engineering personnel to support system operations, sustainment, and development activities.
• Provide technically sound recommendations and guidance to government managers and peers related to video and display system development, integration, and performance.
• Manage and/or support small- to medium-sized projects and perform major tasking on large-scale engineering efforts as directed.
• Develop, integrate, test, and evaluate new or modified equipment to improve the functionality and reliability of existing and future systems
• Conduct research and reference reading to assist higher-level engineers in obtaining technical information
• Keep informed of and study currently approved standards, codes, and procedures applied to engineering specialty
• Perform fundamental engineering tasks requiring standard techniques, such as tolerance studies and design calculations
• Plan and carry out successive engineering steps and resolve technical problems by standard practices and techniques
• Support projects with limited scope or parts of more complex projects with detailed instructions on the intent and scope of the documents to be prepared
• Assist in preparation of reports, correspondence, or technical studies
• Perform other job-related duties, as required

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts/FSA's
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Plan Options with Employer Match
• Tuition Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree