Journeyman Field Engineer

Job Title

JOURNEYMAN FIELD ENGINEER

# of Hires Needed

1

Security Clearance Required

Top Secret

Work Location

Eglin Air Force Base, FL

Job Type

Full-time

Exemption Type

Exempt

Education

Associate's Degree

Experienced (Non-Manager)

Category

Hourly/Annual Rate

Job Description

GRADE:
Exempt;
Regular, Full-Time

LOCATION:

Guided Weapons Evaluation Facility (GWEF), Eglin AFB, FL

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Install, operate, maintain RF amplifiers, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, RF probes, frequency counters, RF attenuators and modulators, RF cabling, PCs and computer interfaces to simulation equipment, rate tables, flight motion simulators, LASER systems, high sensitivity radiometers and IR calibration equipment, spectral radiometer and National Institute of Standards and Testing (NIST)-traceable IR sources (high temperature and differential types). Support facility engineers and analysts in developing test capabilities.

Prepare and verify test items for operation and troubleshoot failed test items using established procedures. Set up test equipment, configure test areas for simulation, prepare equipment and perform equipment diagnostics, operate IR/RF equipment, collect data during testing and process data collected. Support the alignment and calibration of RF, LASER, IR and visible optical systems. Make limited design modifications for simulation area installations.

Support the preparation of technical reports and correspondence.

• Provide journeyman level expertise to resolve moderately to very challenging problems in the area of responsibility.
• Must be fully proficient in the area of expertise.
• Work independently to resolve routine and moderately difficult tasks with occasional support and consultation with senior level personnel.
• Must be proficient in the design and modification of optical and electronic interfaces for domestic and foreign IR guidance units.
• Provide support to develop, operate and maintain complex electronic equipment utilized by GWEF HITL for guided munitions and IRCM simulations, including EO, IR, LASER, RF and GPS technologies.
• These systems include foreign and domestic surface-to-air, air-to-air and air-to-surface weapons sensors, simulation hardware and countermeasure systems.

Job Requirements

OTHER DUTIES: Additional duties may be assigned to support contract/mission support requirements in job related areas.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Associates Degree or training certificates in electronics or engineering from trade schools, colleges, military, etc. Must have a minimum of five years’ experience in specialized or focused areas of development, operations, and maintenance of complex electronic equipment utilized by GWEF HITL for guided munitions and IRCM simulations that facilitate the use of EO, IR, LASER, RF and GPS technologies.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: This position requires a Top-Secret security clearance. Candidates may have a Secret clearance that has been adjudicated within the last 5 years. Must meet requirements to operate in enhanced security environments. Supports E-OMS operational objectives. Observes company quality, safety, environmental, security and administrative policies; supports process improvements.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Most duties will be performed in at temperature-controlled office environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: This position will be subject to substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Must be able to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; viewing a computer terminal; and requires some lifting or moving of objects. Must be capable of sitting, walking, and standing.

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