Thrust Vector Control Test Laboratory Electrical Test Engineer (JR032525J-4)

Thrust Vector Control Test Laboratory Electrical Test Engineer

 

Are you seeking employment with a fast-growing small business who appreciates their employees? A company who believes in investing in people? 

 

JBS Solutions, Inc. is an engineering and technical logistics company in Huntsville, AL. As a company dedicated to serving the community, JBS offers the unique opportunity to enrich an underutilized area of Huntsville while growing your career through NASA and DoD contracts. From systems engineering and configuration management to technical logistics and mission operations, JBS works to solve our customers' hardest problems. With a competitive benefits package and personable work environment, JBS Solutions is the ideal company to take your career to the next level.

 

JBS is excited to announce a new position. We are seeking a Thrust Vector Control Test Laboratory Electrical Test Engineer to join our team working on the ESSCA contract with NASA!

 

JBS Solutions offers a partnership in which you can grow personally and professionally within a framework of strong leadership, competitive compensation, and rewarding career paths. Come join our team and be a part of an exciting and rewarding organization!

 

Job Description

The successful candidate will support the ER63/Thrust Vector Control Test Laboratory. Provide technical leadership for test and instrumentation systems including procedure development and systems operations & maintenance support . Support will include testing, modifications and maintenance of test equipment, setup/modification of data acquisition, including instrumentation and controls, and other support as required. You will also get the opportunity to work alongside our engineers and senior level technicians, to conduct Thrust Vector Control subsystem and component testing.

 

Areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to:

• Provide practical application of engineering skills to perform test engineering projects for instrumentation systems to meet stakeholder expectations, system functional requirements, and NASA program requirements.

• Conduct system testing & validation, troubleshoot & investigate equipment failures, interpret data, and analyze technical drawings & schematics to resolve anomalies and provide corrective action.

• Attain engineering, system, and console certifications for support of instrumentation operations.

• Interface with customers (internal & external), peers, technicians, and management to satisfactorily complete tasks on schedule and within budget.

• Support preparation of conceptual design packages, system requirements documents, technical assessments, cost estimates, operation & maintenance procedures, and provide hands on support from operation & maintenance of electrical systems.

• Perform assigned tasks in a safe and appropriate manner in compliance with company, customer, industry, and governmental codes and regulations.

• Maintain professional and technical knowledge through self-study, attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and/or participation in professional societies.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

The candidate must possess a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Electrical Engineering or similar engineering disciplines from an ABET accredited school with a minimum of 15 years of experience.

 

Qualifications:

• Experience in troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems, and hardware assembly and wiring diagrams for control and data acquisition systems .

• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and controls systems, including control system software designs that control temperature, pressure, flow, force, motion of mechanisms, and other advanced process and electromechanical systems.

• Knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC's), and Human Machine Interface (HMI) programming and software development is a plus.

• Knowledge of software platforms test & measurement, instrumentation, high-speed data acquisition, such as LabView, C++, Visual Basic, and Allen Bradley PLC's/RS Logix.

• Experience in operating and maintaining test support equipment or systems desired.

• Experience in a paperless work environment and use of eTPS work order authoring/execution systems desired.

• Knowledge of NFPA 70E standard and preferably certified.

• Ability to read schematics, drawings, and engineering specifications.

• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.

• Experience working as a member of a formal team and be able to function as such immediately.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Must be able to present information to senior management and customers.

• Must have the ability to work with minimal supervision and only general guidance.

• Computer experience with Microsoft Office products and internet browsers.

• If offered a position, proof of U.S. Citizenship or Legal Permanent Resident/Green Card holder of the United States is required.

 

Selected candidate must be a US citizen. Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required. JBS participates in E-Verify.

JBS Solutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status or other categories protected by law.

This position is located in Huntsville, AL (ranked #11 in Best Places to Live by U.S. News).

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