Network/Systems Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Daily Test Mission Support – Preflight
• Cook up test aircraft access with squadron maintenance teams.
• Conduct visual inspections of the data acquisition system and associated harnesses.
• Load media into data recorders and verify proper mounting.
• Confirm data recorder bus link status is active and ready for flight.
• Daily Test Mission Support – Postflight
• Recover recorded media from aircraft and deliver it to the data processing team.
• Ensure the data system is properly powered down after each sortie.
• Data System Maintenance
• Notify the Operations Engineer of anomalies identified during debriefs or post-flight inspections.
• Perform corrective actions on open issues per Operations Engineer disposition.
• Maintain accurate records of system status, modifications, and repairs.
• Logistics & Lab Support
• Provide support for instrumentation logistics activities (parts, shipments, inventory).
• Support lab operations, including bench testing, configuration, and equipment preparation.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship with an active Top Secret (TS/SCI) DoD security clearance, eligible for Special Access Program (SAP) read-in.
• Technical background in electronics, avionics, instrumentation, or a closely related field.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and system specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and disciplined documentation practices.
• Ability to work on the flight line in an outdoor environment, including occasional lifting and extended periods standing.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with USAF flight test instrumentation on platforms such as F-35, F-22, F-15E, or F-16.
• Working knowledge of military maintenance systems such as the Integrated Maintenance Data System (IMDS).
• Experience with bus-based data acquisition systems (e.g., MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429, Ethernet-based telemetry).
• Demonstrates initiative, sound judgment, and strong communication skills when coordinating across maintenance, engineering, and operations teams.
• Comfortable working in a secure, mission-driven environment with shifting priorities.

Skills

• Hands-on experience with USAF flight test instrumentation on platforms such as F-35, F-22, F-15E, or F-16.
• Working knowledge of military maintenance systems such as the Integrated Maintenance Data System (IMDS).
• Experience with bus-based data acquisition systems (e.g., MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429, Ethernet-based telemetry).
• Demonstrates initiative, sound judgment, and strong communication skills when coordinating across maintenance, engineering, and operations teams.
• Comfortable working in a secure, mission-driven environment with shifting priorities.

Benefits

The proposed salary range for this position is: $95,500-120,000

At ELEVI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

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