Instrumentation Operation Engineer

Company: JT4
Location: Edwards
Posted on: April 3, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Instrumentation Operation Engineer - Edwards AFB JT4 is seeking an Instrumentation Operation Engineer for their Edwards AFB located in California. Must be a US citizen. The Instrumentation Operation Engineer will modify, install, test, evaluate, repair, and document airborne test instrumentation, and data acquisition systems, as well as the operation and performance of ground support equipment. Functions - Duties - Conduct research and reference reading to assist higher-level engineers in obtaining technical information; keeps informed of currently approved standards, codes, and procedures applied to engineering specialty - Perform engineering tasks that are varied, with established deadlines that may be somewhat difficult in character - Plan and carry out successive engineering steps to resolve technical problems by standard practices and techniques such as tolerance studies and design calculations - Support projects with limited scope or parts of more complex projects with detailed instructions on the intent and scope of the documents to be prepared - Generate sections of design specifications of more complex projects or complete specifications of less complex project - Using computer-assisted test methods, conduct laboratory investigations on equipment or systems - Assist in preparation of reports, correspondence, or technical studies - Prepare, deliver, and submits technical presentations for in-process design and review meetings - Perform a variety of engineering tasks under general supervision of a senior-level engineer and any other position-related duties as assigned or requested Preferred experience: - Analog and digital electronic fundamentals, familiar with various sensors like strain gauges, accelerometers, and thermal sensors, while also possessing an understanding of digital logic and EU conversions - Multi-meter, O-scope, spectrum analyzer, signal generator, to accomplish tasks such as checkout, calibration, troubleshooting and repair - Schematics, mechanical drawings, wire diagrams, wire repair, block diagrams and technical publications - IRIG 106 Telemetry Standards & TTC hardware/software - A variety of electrical, instrumentation, and avionics on aircraft including bench testing REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION, TECHNICAL AND WORK EXPERIENCE - Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited academic institution with two years of related engineering experience, or have an accredited Master of Science in Engineering. - Must currently hold, or be eligible to obtain, a DoD security clearance and required special access. - Must possess a valid, state issued driver's license. - Must be a US citizen. SALARY The expected salary range for this position is $92,000 - $160,000 annually.

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