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Performs any of a variety of engineering and/or technical support functions as directed by higher level engineers. Usually works with minimal supervision or direction by higher level engineers. Work requires an overall understanding of Electronics, exercising independent judgment in performing such tasks as Trouble shooting of Electronic Components, Evaluating the performance of various Navy Systems, such as Radars and TACANS, using complex test instruments such as high frequency pulse generators, frequency synthesizers, distortion analyzers, and complex computer control equipment. Perform general tasking in the areas of inventory control, Logistics, Program Management and performing On the Job Training (OJT) to other Technicians both Civilian and Military. This position may provide overall technical guidance to lower level technicians. Must have excellent computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point.

This position supports the Air Traffic Control and Landing Systems Branch at Naval Information Warfare Command (NIWC), which is an engineering center with oversight of the installation, implementation, logistics life-cycle sustainment, In-Service Engineering Activity (ISEA) life-cycle engineering change management, remote and on-site fleet technical support, program performance reporting, risk management, installation support, overhaul/restoration, training support, and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) flight certification support for the Navy and Marine Corps’ shore Air Traffic Control Precision Approach Radar (PAR). The ideal candidate for this position will be expected:

• To possess the experience and ability to lead an installation team and handle major, minor, and multiple tasks.
• To perform a variety of engineering and/or technical support functions as directed by assigned project managers.
• To conduct technical, logistically, Program Management and assistance in the analysis and resolution of deficiencies of the Precision Approach Radar (PAR) AN/FPN­63(V) AN/FPN-68A and/or the URN-25 & URN-32 TACANS. As well as all associated equipment which it may interface with, or impact upon the function and serviceability of the Precision Approach Radar and TACAN’s.

Performs any of a variety of engineering and/or technical support functions as directed by higher level engineers. Usually works with minimal supervision or direction by higher level engineers.

On various types of electronic and electromechanical equipment, assists higher level engineers with tasks such as the following: repair, overhaul, installation, research and development engineering, functional and environmental test planning and execution, equipment layout and arrangement designs, routine mathematical analyses, etc.

Compiles, computes, compares, or synthesizes management/engineering/ technical data for managers and/or project or lead engineers. Assists management and/or engineering or technical personnel with the preparation of reports. Uses prescribed mathematical formulae and/or models to calculate measures of performance characteristics for assemblies, equipment’s, or systems. Applies good safety work habits at all times.

Excellent inter-personal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with in-service engineering activity program/project managers, on-site airfield technicians and operational personnel as well as company engineers, technicians, and program/ project managers.

Excellent writing skills and the ability to properly convey work accomplished and associated technical data in written reports and in a timely manner with strict deadlines. Ability to lead by example and to communicate and demonstrate compliance with Company’s policies and procedures applicable in the day to day operations including those required at our customer facilities.

Relevant years of experience should include repair, overhaul, installation, research and development engineering, test planning support and execution, routine algorithm development, basic mathematical analyses, and technical report support.

Demonstrated ability to apply basic mathematical models and algorithms to routine engineering assignments.

Firm grasp of electrical/electronic/computer concepts and application to basic components (e.g., resistors, digital logic circuits, etc.) and systems (e.g., software, firmware, hardware).

Good working knowledge of general and/or special-purpose test equipment.

Ten (10) years of experience is required. This position may provide technical guidance to lower level technicians. Experience with C4ISR Systems, (Command, Control Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance Reconnaissance)

Well versed with specifications and standards governing the conduct of preventative and corrective maintenance of the system to ensure “safety of flight” requirements are met.

1. Military background is a plus
2. Must be able to get a government Secret Clearance
3. Must be able to use a wide variety of test equipment
4. Some travel is required
5. This position requires the candidate to learn and perform other duties as assigned by the costumer
6. Must be very people oriented.