Operations Test Analyst V - JSE Lab Lead

JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech II. We develop and maintain realistic integrated test and training environments, and prepare our nation's war-fighting aircraft, weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challenges.

JOB SUMMARY: Assists in developmental and operational testing of internal and external customer systems. Interface between instrumentation engineers and test customers to ensure that parametric data required is available for test data analysis and accurately reflects the system configuration and operational characteristics.

Employee will be responsible for the following functions/duties:

• Provide or assist with leadership, organization, vision, innovation, and supervisory skills to a technical branch
• Provide detailed Technical Expertise on the test process, and range environment and capability
• Perform as EW, RF and Protocol Subject Matter Expert in a specialized area
• Improve processes, systems, and procedures to obtain efficiencies
• Develop advanced data analysis tools, processes, or products for complex analysis
• Provide analytical mentorship to mid-level and junior analysts
• Analyze pre-test predictions to design test events and profiles, define data collection requirements and go no-go criteria to meet complex test objectives; Brief complex mission execution plans
• Conduct and direct complex test activities from control centers and provide expert system performance monitoring

RANGE POSITION DESCRIPTION: The selected candidate will lead the planning, operation, and modernization of a hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) test laboratory. The role integrates technical subject-matter expertise, facility and infrastructure management, test and evaluation execution, and coordination across government and industry partners to deliver timely, rigorous, and reliable lab products. 

Job duties include:

• Lead and operate a hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) test laboratory, ensuring disciplined execution, readiness, data quality, and integrity of test products.
• Define HITL use cases, facility/infrastructure needs, equipment, and lab enhancements in alignment with the Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP).
• Manage lab planning and sustainment activities, including procurement coordination, cost and schedule estimates, renovations, personnel preparation, and work scheduling.
• Provide airborne-systems SME support and coordinate effectively with integrated government, industry, program management, contracts, and engineering teams.
• Apply sound judgment and flexibility to make tactical trade-offs while maintaining rigorous test and evaluation (T&E) standards.

REQUIREMENTS: Completion of technical training and at least 20 years of related experience; or an associate degree and 16 years of related experience; or a related bachelor’s degree (engineering, math, computer science, or physics) and 14 years of related experience; or a related Master’s degree and 10 years of related experience. The incumbent must understand concepts, principles, and practices of engineering and analysis to enable the employee to serve as a technical authority on projects relating to the specific programs. The position requires knowledge and skill sufficient to apply the latest developments in technology to solve problems in the specialty area.

In addition, an Operations/Test Analyst V must possess the following qualifications:

• Must maintain excellent communications and analytical skills
• Must possess working knowledge of computer systems and integrated software application programs
• Must qualify for and maintain a government security clearance
• Must possess a valid state-issued driver’s license
• Must be a U.S. citizen

BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Benefits Active on Day 1
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts/FSA's
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Plan Options with Employer Match
• JT4 will match 50%, up to an 8% contribution
• 100% Immediate Vesting 
• Tuition Reimbursement

SALARY: The expected pay range for this position is $145,000 to $170,000 annually

Note: The salary range offered for this position is a good faith description of the expected salary range this role will pay. JT4, LLC considers factors such as (but not limited to) responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES: Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to their job.

WORKING CONDITIONS: This position is performed in a typical office environment with no unusual hazards. There is occasional lifting up to (20) pounds, constant sitting while using a computer terminal, constant use of sight abilities while reviewing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, and constant mental alertness. The incumbent must possess planning/organizing skills and must be able to work under deadline.

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of persons so classified.

Tasking is in support of a Federal Government Contract that requires U.S. citizenship. Some jobs may require a candidate to be eligible for a government security clearance, state-issued driver’s license, or other licenses/certifications, and the inability to obtain and maintain the required clearance, license, or certification may affect an employee’s ability to maintain employment.

SCC: JOTDA18, A1412TW