Hardware Field Engineer, Tonopah

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Work with RF Engineers and O&M personnel to coordinate the activities involved in the sustainment of existing threat and EW systems.
• Supports systems integration by working with project teams and vendors to field systems ensuring the following elements are addressed:
• Identify and document system level requirements for range integration to include power, communication, instrumentation and command & control.
• Validate existing power, communications, instrumentation and command and control (C2) by working with other engineers.
• Develop processes and procedures that will support training and technician competency to operate and maintain equipment.
• Recommend and conduct testing, equipment modifications, and recommend corrections to design deficiencies through evaluation of operational capability of systems/equipment and review of performance data against standards.
• Research, plan and support the design and modifications of existing and new threat and EW systems.
• Research and analyze data such as customer design proposals, specifications and manuals to determine the feasibility of design or application.
• Troubleshoot and effectively resolve system issues that involved working with technicians and vendors.
• Performs periodic preventative maintenance and supports operations when tasked.
• Capable of providing reports, status, and records activities in a maintenance management system.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent field experience and at least five years of related radar, electronic and data processing/control systems involving fielding, integration and sustainment work.

Core Competencies

• Knowledge and understanding of current engineering practices and standards.
• Apply the principles and techniques of electrical engineering design to specific projects.
• Ability to manage projects/tasks efficiently and effectively.
• Ability to provide technical direction to other engineers, technicians and support personnel.
• Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully in both oral and written form.
• Write and prepare a variety of technical reports, manuals and other types of written communications.
• Ability to be self-motivated to complete tasks.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and effectively multi-task on multiple projects at the same time.
• Ability to manage client and stakeholder expectations to effectively set and deliver on commitments.

Work Environment, Physical And Mental Demands

• Must be able to work in a field environment with work at remote locations.
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs, climb ladders, towers and equipment to a minimum of 50 feet.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Must have strong computer and organizational skills.
• The ability to travel as required by the company.
• Ability to work odd shifts, long hours, weekends, holidays, changing shifts, and overtime.
• Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other team members and those contacted in the performance of required duties.

Licenses Or Certifications Required

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
• Have a valid NV state issued driver's license.