Engineering Technician V

Reliance Test & Technology
Eglin AFB, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/16/2024
Job Description:


ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN V

Mission Department
CCF, Building 380
Open Position Request Number R-69-22
CBA Rate $31.37/hour

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Reports to site supervisor. This technician performs non-routine and complex assignments involving responsibility for planning and conducting a complete project of relatively limited scope or a portion of a larger and more diverse project, selects and adapts plans, techniques, designs, or layouts, contacts personnel in related activities to resolve problems and coordinate the work, reviews, analyzes, and integrates the technical work of others. Supervisor or professional engineer outlines objectives, requirements, and design approaches. Completed work is reviewed for technical adequacy and satisfaction of requirements. This incumbent may train and be assisted by lower level technicians, and performs one or a combination of the following:
  • Designs, develops, and constructs major units, devices, software systems, or equipment; conducts tests, missions, or experiments; analyzes results and redesigns or modifies equipment or software to improve performance; and reports results.
  • From general guidelines and specifications (e.g., size or weight requirements), develops designs for equipment without critical performance requirements that are difficult to satisfy such as engine parts, research instruments, or special purpose circuitry.
  • Analyzes technical data to determine applicability to design problems; selects from several possible design layouts; calculates design data; and prepares layouts, detailed specifications, parts lists, estimates, procedures, etc. May check and analyze drawings or equipment to determine adequacy of drawings and design.
  • Plans or assists in planning tests to evaluate equipment performance. Determines test requirements, equipment modification, and test procedures; conducts tests using all types of instruments; analyzes and evaluates test results and prepares reports on findings and recommendations.

Essential job functions may require practical application of knowledge of frequency management, facility and/or system equipment capabilities and limitations, local regulations relating to aircraft control, and industrial security regulations and guidance. Tasks may require incumbents to design, procure, implement and/or integrate complex RF and fiber-optic communications equipment. This technician may be required to follow detailed verbal and written instructions, diagrams and drawings from test engineers to set up complex test configurations and deployments on the ranges or in test labs; may be required to conduct various tests, missions or experiments that require modifications in test setups or procedures as well as subjective judgments in measurement; may be required to set up and operate test equipment and record test data; or assist engineers with test design modifications; may be required to be proficient in modifying range targets/target systems, constructing arenas and tactical deployment equipment for data collection, placement of targets and decoys, and operating associated fabricating and build-up equipment. May be required to fabricate range targets, construct arenas for data collection, construct velocity screens, place reinforced concrete targets, and operate associated fabricating and build-up equipment. Job function may require specialization in developmental and operational testing and proof of concept developmental programs. Specific areas may include airborne telemetry systems; GPS based Time- Space-Position-Information system, avionics data bus monitoring and control, drone and remote target control systems, RF data links and data acquisition systems. Programs may require expertise in development and systems engineering, circuit design, procurement, fabrication, documentation, configuration management, laboratory and installed system testing and training. This position requires incumbents to consistently exercise independent judgment. Incumbents may be required to respond to flight situations using procedures that apply to the facility/area; have a working knowledge of ballistic characteristics; and they must ensure test data is complete and consistent with test design modifications. They must ensure the safety and security of personnel, equipment and information under assigned control.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Incumbent must be able to read, write and communicate clearly and an Associate’s Degree (60 credit hours) in a technical field, such as Engineering, Computer Science, Math, Electronics or Physics or graduate of a technical military service school plus eight years of related experience is required. Twelve years of related experience may be substituted for education requirement.




Job Requirements:


GENERAL DUTIES: This position coordinates and directs aspects of live mission objectives applicable to various E-OMS range support elements such as TSPI radars, telemetry, communications, EW threat systems, optics, laser, land range operations, CCTV, etc. Responsible for analyzing and interpreting range resource support requirements, anticipating potential problems, forecasting solutions, and coordinating changes for the successful execution of the mission operations order, in real-time. This person will brief and delegate personnel/resources on mission test requirements and assignments. Applicant must be capable of performing with a high degree of proficiency in an often stressful environment. Incumbent must be proficient with range safety requirements, other local related government agencies, and resources that impact mission activity. Must be able to perform primary job functions using computers and displays. Must be computer literate and capable of using input devices to manipulate software and hardware for data display. Maintain detailed logs of all pertinent information during assigned missions. Will be required to attend test planning meetings and pre-mission briefings. Will be required to review test documents and remain current with ongoing tests. Strong communications skills, to include radio communications and etiquette, are required. Performs with minimal supervision. Usually reports to a supervisor/group leader.

OTHER DUTIES: Job functions include interfacing with government test personnel, other contractors and various test customers for conducting tests, directing range resources during scheduled tests, coordinating data collection and pre/post calibrations, and supporting radar slew data verification. A customer services oriented demeanor is required. Incumbent must be knowledgeable of range capabilities and limitations. During a mission, all changes and/or mission essential information will be relayed through this position to the appropriate test range sites and/or personnel. Strong situational awareness, problem solving, and decision making skills are required. Must possess the ability to tactfully communicate with test engineers, project officers, and technical personnel. May be required to assist the aircraft controller during complex missions. After completing a mission this person will compile mission related comments from mission support elements and provide the test representatives and site supervisor with any advice that might improve or better accommodate the method of test. Will perform general housekeeping and other job/work area related tasks. May be assigned ancillary program duties such as site safety representative.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. All selected candidates must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation and drug test as a condition of placement into this position. Supports E-OMS operational objectives; observes company Quality, Safety, Environmental, Security and Administrative policies; supports Process Improvement. May be required to work overtime, shift-work, weekends, and holidays as required to support missions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Duties will typically be performed indoors. Often, mission control room environments are dimly lit.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: This position will be subject to substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Must have visual acuity to regularly prepare and analyze data utilizing a computer system. Position requires very little lifting or moving of heavy objects or materials. May require sitting for long periods of time.

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.

RT&T is committed to safeguarding the health of our employees and their families; our customers and visitors; and the community at large from COVID-19. As a federal government contractor, RT&T must comply with all customer, federal, state, and local requirements regarding COVID-19 regulations and safety protocols. These requirements may include vaccination, attestation regarding your vaccination status and/or COVID-19 testing, and you may be required to show proof of vaccination status and/or negative COVID-19 test results as a condition of your employment.

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