Subsystem pre-operational checks in accordance with applicable engineering documentation
Configures/prepares LRUs and subsystem components for single and multi-thread interface and operation
Accomplishment of subsystem and system level Ground Test Plans
Insertion loss testing of RF harness assemblies per released engineering and technical specifications
System and subsystem troubleshooting to component level
Identifies subsystem LRU failures and takes appropriate troubleshooting actions to repair, replace, and retest when necessary
Identifies hardware, software, and firmware anomalies and recommends repair/corrective actions via several enterprise software applications
Supports EMI/Tempest testing of various airborne subsystems
Supports software and hardware development integration activities
Aircraft pre-flight activities to ensure system and subsystem flight readiness
Uses several types of test equipment to perform various subsystem and system level troubleshooting and test functions: Local Area Network (LAN) Test Devices, Network Analyzer, Time Domain Reflectometer (TDR), Digital Multimeter, Oscilloscope, Frequency Counter, Function Generator/AWGs, Signal Generator, Spectrum Analyzer, Power/Watt Meter, Fiber Optic Test Devices
Employs several COTS and organic software applications to complete test activities
May be required to perform in-flight duty as observer on several airborne platforms
May be responsible for the preparation and/or review of engineering documents
Advises and assists in effecting design changes to improve operational capability, equipment efficiency, and reduce cost of operation
Frequent technical interface with various functional organizations, as well as local and offsite customers
Requirements
Successful candidate shall possess 6-8 years of experience maintaining SIGINT/COMINT mission/communications systems aboard U.S. military airborne and/or ground based platforms.
Requires strong knowledge of job area. Typically viewed as having a specialty within discipline.
May have broad knowledge of project management.
Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience.
Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience.
In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
Must be familiar with the use of industry standard test equipment and COTS hardware.
Candidate must be computer literate to include the use of Windows based programs and COTS software applications.
Candidate must currently hold and maintain a U.S. DOD Top Secret Security clearance with SCI is required.
Candidates shall possess thorough analytical and troubleshooting skills and be able to communicate well via verbal or written means.
Position will require flexibility with regard to assigned work schedules/shifts and will require maintenance of qualification for FAA Class III flight physical/duties in support of organizational objectives.