Field Engineer - Lead

Job Description
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
A Field Engineer Lead serves as an expert staff contributor or project lead for a broad program involving technology applications related to installation and testing of complex electronic systems and subsystems specifically for the Range Close Loop Environment (RCLE) and VSAT systems. Performs in a lead role for project engineers/technicians. For work specific to Colorado Springs, JT4 supports the National Space Test and Training Complex (NSTTC) - Electronic Domain portion of the range.
Employee will be responsible for the following functions/duties:

• Ensure schedule, operations, maintenance and sustainment are preformed for the RCLE system.
• Provide recommendations for technical upgrades to the system to ensure it is relevant for future operations
• Provide day-to-day guidance and direction for RCLE and VSAT team members.
• Assist Department Manager with the hiring process and performance input
• When requested contribute to development of test objectives, instrumentation, and data requirements, writing test planning documents, scheduling program activities, tracking funding and expenditures, and planning and conducting test missions
• Direct interface and liaison with customers at all levels from quotation to final design and test activities, design reviews, and technical working group meetings to comply with requirements and specifications
• 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 technical content and level of effort of the proposed scope of work
• Contribute subject matter expert knowledge on the most complex technology applications problems
• Maintain technical project responsibility for assigned tasks and advise management of progress in support of the technical and administrative direction of project operations
• Conduct site visits, experimental investigations, and analyze engineering problems, propose solutions and alternatives, and provide recommendations
• Develop, interpret, and implement technical and administrative operating policies and procedures
• Perform other job-related duties, as required.

REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION, TECHNICAL, AND WORK EXPERIENCE
An associate's degree in engineering or other technical discipline, or formal academic/vocational/military training and a minimum of 15 years of experience in the field of specialty are required for this position.
In addition, a Field Engineer Lead must possess the following qualifications:

• Mastery of concepts, principles, and practices of electronics systems to provide consultative services on major development programs
• Working knowledge of computer systems and integrated software application programs
• Well-developed leadership skills
• Ability to investigate, troubleshoot, and design solutions to problems from a broad prospective
• Excellent communication and analytical skills
• Planning/organizational skills.

SALARY
The expected salary range for this positions is $103,000 - $145,000 annually.
Applications for this position will be accepted through March 22, 2024.
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 No waiting period


• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Plan Options with Employer matching


• JT4 will match 50% , up to an 8% contribution
• 100% Immediate Vesting


• Tuition Reimbursement

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
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.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in a typical office environment with no unusual hazards. Occasional lifting (up to 20 pounds), constant sitting and use of a computer terminal; constant use of sight abilities while writing, reviewing, and editing documents; constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication; and constant mental alertness are required.
Travel to remote company work locations may be required.
DISCLAIMER
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by personnel assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of persons so classified.
Tasking is in support of a Federal Government Contract that requires U.S. citizenship. Some jobs may require a candidate to be eligible for a government security clearance, state-issued driver's license, or other licenses/certifications, and the inability to obtain and maintain the required clearance, license, or certification may affect an employee's ability to maintain employment.
SCC: JENG17; A2STTR