Flight Test Instrumentation Technician

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.

JOB SUMMARY - ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES

The Flight Test Instrumentation Technician Level III will help maintain all aspects of the Flight Test systems for a variety of advanced aircraft. You will conduct scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, modification, inspection, wire repair, and troubleshooting.

Job Functions

• Apply technical knowledge of electronic principles to solve basic problems using diagrams, schematics, engineering data and test equipment, including power systems, sensors/transducers, data/video recording, TSPI, Fiber Optics, Ethernet, and telemetry subsystems
• Perform operational checks, pre & post flight procedures, troubleshoot and repair instrumentation on aircraft as required, utilizing knowledge of schematics, mechanical drawings, wire diagrams, and technical publications equipment
• Fabricate, terminate & repair cable harnesses and conduct electronic tests on a regular basis and build prototype electronic assemblies
• Populate electronic assemblies, crimping, and wire terminations to interface equipment with sensors, data acquisition units, and test equipment and expert soldering skills
• Document the operation and performance of airborne test instrumentation, data acquisition systems, and ground support equipment
• Use diagnostic tools like a multimeter, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, signal generator, frequency meter, and logic probe to accomplish specific tasks like checkout, calibration, troubleshooting, and repair
• Use thermocouples, temperature reference junctions, accelerometers, charge amplifiers, pressure transducers, strain gauges, piezoelectric transducers, flow meters, transmitters, and signal conditioners
• Perform all other related duties as assigned or requested and support the engineering staff

Additional Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in electrical, instrumentation, and avionics maintenance on aircraft like, tubes, transistors, logic gates, and/or high-power RF devices

REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION, TECHNICAL, AND WORK EXPERIENCE

Associates degree or higher from an accredited college or technical school with courses in math, basic electronics, and microwave theory or a military equivalent is required with at least 7 years of hands-on experience. International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians certification may be required. Must have comprehensive knowledge in general electronics. Must have demonstrated expertise in electronic, electro-mechanical, and computer systems and the test equipment used to maintain and repair equipment. Must have experience with tubes, transistors, logic gates, and/or high-power radio frequency (RF) devices. Must have or be able to obtain a DOD security clearance. The candidate must possess a valid, state issued driver's license. Must be a U.S. citizen.

SALARY

The expected salary range for this position is $77,335 to $96,678 annually.

Note: The salary range offered for this position is a good faith description of the expected salary range this role will pay. JT4, LLC considers factors such as (but not limited to) responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Benefits Active on Day 1
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts/FSA's
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Plan Options with Employer Match
• JT4 will match 50%, up to an 8% contribution
• 100% Immediate Vesting
• Tuition Reimbursement

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

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