Electrical Engineer

Position Description

Directly support the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), F/A-18 & EA-18G Fleet Support Team (FST) at Fleet Readiness Center Southwest (FRCSW) Naval Air Station (NAS) North Island, California. Duties will include:

• Provide Engineering Testing, Engineering Tech support, and Configuration Management Analysis (APN).
• Execute unique engineering testing and troubleshooting of processes and procedures and develop engineering guidance such as local process specifications and local engineering instructions for the SE ISE sub team.
• Perform EIs, provide temporary workarounds, and update test programs in support of the FST.
• Perform configuration management support on all requisite documents and databases which include Shipping Management, Material Management, and Technical Library Management in support of the FST
• Provide engineering and logistics technical services for the SE Operational Test. Program Set (OTPS) development and TPS products.
• Design, develop, code, integrate, and verify new OTPSs. Perform Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) operation and maintenance; provide OTPS analysis, repair, and support; review, verify and make recommendations for Support Software Change (SSC), Support Equipment Change (SEC), RAMECs, and Support Equipment Bulletins, TDs, and prepare and review OTPS Test Workaround Procedures (TWPs).
• Provide technical support in analyzing, testing, troubleshooting, and identifying the Probable Cause of Failure of F/A-18, EA-18G, AV-8B radar, avionics, weapons, and communications systems and their interoperability as tested on ATE.
• Be qualified to test, troubleshoot and repair legacy ATE and current Consolidated Automated Support System Family of Testers ATE, TPSs, Interface Devices, test fixtures, and cables for EIs, fleet technical assists support and products quality assurance (QA) purposes.
• Perform QA functions in accordance with NAVAIR procedures for TPS engineering and development. Perform OTPSs or TPSs fabrication and assembly that include hardware, software and firmware as required for testing, evaluating, validating, and verifying in support of NAVAIR Program Office and fleet requests.
• Be proficient in testing and troubleshooting techniques and the utilization of technical manuals, test diagrams, wire lists, schematics, and various ATE and SE processes.
• Provide Configuration Management support which include Shipping Management, Material Management, and Technical Library Management.
• Identify, document, record, report and audit all configuration technical documents. These documents include Technical Drawings (both electrical and hardware), TD, Test Program Instruction (TPI), Master Test Program Set Index (MTPSI) Cards, Software Change Requests, Engineering Change Request, ECP, Software Change Proposals (SCPs) and Technical Publication Work Packages and Illustrated Parts Breakdown. The Contractor shall prepare, document, record, and track all configuration technical documents using CMPro database.
• Perform QA inspection, kit, pack, and ship of technical directive elements that include Operational Test Program Medium, Operational Test Program Instruction, MTPSI Deck or cards, SSC TD or SEC TD and other pertinent hardware and documentation as required.
• Prepare provisioning documentation for consumable and non-consumable parts required. The Contractor shall be responsible for assisting the Government Representative  (Configuration Manager (CM) and/or Logistics Manager in locating, documenting, and procuring the materials.
• Provide kitting, staging, storage, inventory and restocking of TPS elements in the Technical Resource Center. The Contractor shall maintain a logbook of all TPS items (TPS object and source media, TPIs, MTPSIs, SSCs, SECs, TWPs, Test Requirement Documents, and ECPs) check out and check in. Coordinate with CM on the DOD requirements for labeling of FST issued media. Be knowledgeable and proficient in Compact Disk, Digital Video Disc, Magnetic Optical duplication processes, and recycling procedures with regard to the Technical Library and Technical Resource Center.

Experience: At least ten (10) years of hands-on experience in an engineering position. Proficient with Microsoft Office, “A Test Language for all Systems” compilers, Logic Automated Stimulus and Response and other Automatic Test Program Generators. Experienced in C, C++, L200, Hyper Text Markup Language, and Automated Technical Information.

Education: BS degree in Engineering.

Current Secret clearance is required.

No per diem. Work location at NAS North Island, CA area. Start date is ASAP.

Minimum Experience Requirements:

Has over 10 years of experience in an engineering position.

Minimum Education Requirements:

BS degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Minimum Physical Requirements:

Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods, in an office environment.

Base Salary Range:  $40.00-$45.00/ hr

This base pay range is specific to residents of California, Colorado, Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, Nevada, Ohio, Rhode Island, and Washington, and any other state that may require such disclosure. Compensation in other geographies may vary.

Base salary is just one component of LMI’s total rewards philosophy. We offer a wide range of benefits that appeal to the variety of needs across our diverse employee base. Other rewards may include bonuses, paid time off, 401k match, tuition reimbursement, and more.

This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties may differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties, as assigned, may be required. This document does not create an employment contract. Employees of the Company are employed on an “at will” basis and may be terminated at any time.

Sonaca North America is an equal employment opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, Sonaca North America provides access and opportunities to those with disabilities. This includes providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who seek to access the company’s online application system. If an applicant is unable to fully access the online application system, Sonaca North America will provide a reasonable accommodation. Applicants with disabilities may contact us at 636-916-2400 for assistance accessing the on-line application system. Callers should have a detailed description of the requested accommodation, their name and preferred method of contact ready for Sonaca North America‘s Human Resources Department. Sonaca North America will make every effort to respond within two (2) business days. This phone number is not for the general submission of application materials.

Sonaca North America is an E-Verify Employer.

Sonaca North America is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Disability/Veterans Employer

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