Elec Tech III - Flight Test Instrumentation Technician Level III

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. **What You Will Do with JT4** The Flight Test Instrumentation Technician Level III will help us maintain all aspects of the flight test systems for a variety of advanced fighter aircraft. The Technician will conduct scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, modification, inspection, wire repair, and troubleshooting. **Essential Functions and Duties** - Apply technical knowledge of electronic principles to solve complex problems using diagrams, schematics, engineering data, and test equipment, including power systems, sensors/transducers, data/video recording, TSPI, Ethernet, and telemetry subsystems - Perform operational checks, pre & post flight procedures, troubleshooting, and repair of instrumentation on aircraft as required, utilizing knowledge of schematics, mechanical drawings, wire diagrams, and technical publications documentation - Fabricate, terminate, and repair cable harnesses, conduct electronic tests on a regular basis, and build prototype electronic assemblies - Provide feedback, insights, and technical knowledge to assist in complex aircraft modifications, troubleshooting efforts, and process and procedure improvements - Mentor lower-level technicians and provide on-site guidance for some tasks, as needed - Perform all other related duties as assigned or requested and support the engineering staff - 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 - Fabricate cable harnesses, populate electronic assemblies, crimping, and wire terminations to interface equipment with sensors, data acquisition units, and test equipment, with expert soldering skills **Desired Experience** - Document the operation and performance of airborne test instrumentation, data acquisition systems, and ground support equipment - Use thermocouples, temperature reference junctions, accelerometers, charge amplifiers, pressure transducers, strain gauges, piezoelectric transducers, flow meters, transmitters, and signal conditioners - Hands-on experience in electrical, instrumentation, and avionics maintenance on aircraft, such as tubes, transistors, logic gates, and/or high-power RF devices **Range Position Description** - Ability to work in a field environment, which may include shift work, overtime, and travel to remote locations - Regular exposure to weather and temperature extremes, drafts, and noise **Requirements - Education, Technical, and Work Experience** An associate’s degree or higher from an accredited college; or technical schooling with courses in math, basic electronics, and microwave theory; or a military equivalent and a minimum of 7 years of hands-on experience are required for this position. In addition, an Electronic Technician III must possess the following qualifications: - International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET) certification - Comprehensive knowledge in general electronics - Demonstrated expertise in electronic, electro-mechanical, and computer systems and the test equipment used to maintain and repair equipment - Experience with tubes, transistors, logic gates, and/or high-power RF devices - Expert-level troubleshooting and soldering capabilities - Must possess a valid, state issued driver’s license. - Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance. - Must be a U.S. citizen. **Salary** The expected salary range for this position is $84,000 to $94,000 annually. **Note:** The salary range offered for this position is a g…