Job Description
JT4 is seeking a Flight Test Simulation Engineer IV for its Nellis Air Force Base location in Las Vegas, NV.
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team in support of the United States Air Force's Joint Simulation Environment (JSE) program. The ideal candidate will be responsible for gathering requirements, setting up test environments, implementing data instrumentation and collection plans, and operating control room equipment and simulators as needed within the context of the JSE. The primary focus of this role is on Fighter Aircraft simulation, making a background in aerospace engineering or military modeling and simulation highly beneficial.
Job Responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITES:
- Provide simulation support for the Joint Simulation Environment project at Nellis AFB, building simulations to support USAF operational test and training missions.
- Perform control room functions, including role-playing for constructive air assets, to support test and training exercises.
- Assist in developing test planning, test conduct, test processes, test reports, operational procedures, data deliverables, and safety packages.
SIMULATION SUPPORT:
- Configure the battle space, perform post-test reconfigurations, and prepare the virtual environment with customer-defined threat laydowns.
- Develop and implement threat configurations, System Under Test (SUT) configurations, and weapons configurations.
- Operate and act as a flyer/operator within the simulation environment to support verification and validation.
TRAINING AND MENTORSHIP:
- Instruct, mentor, and demonstrate to fellow flyers and engineers the threat system, operations, sensor systems, communication and navigation systems, and Pilot Vehicle Interface (PVI).
MODELING AND SIMULATION:
- Provide modeling and simulation support for the development, upgrade, operations, and integration of constructive, real-time, and virtual piloted simulators.
- Support the flying quality, airframe, propulsion, avionics, sensors, weapon, and electronic warfare mission areas.
ENGINEERING SUPPORT:
- Provide operations engineering support for test planning working groups, design reviews, and other related testing activities.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Nellis AFB, NV |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Salary | $140,000–$180,000 Per Year |
Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION, TECHNICAL, AND WORK EXPERIENCE
A Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited academic institution and eight (8) years of related engineering experience, or an accredited Master of Science in Engineering and a minimum of six (6) years of related engineering experience, or an accredited doctorate degree in engineering and a minimum four (4) years of related engineering experience are required for this position.
In addition, an Engineer IV must possess the following qualifications:
- USAF, US Navy, or US Marines Combat Aviation experience (Fighter/Bomber, Electronic Warfare, Command & Control) highly desired.
- Modeling & Simulation tool experience (Next Generation Threat System (NGTS), Digital Integrated Air Defense System (DIADS), Joint Simulation Environment (JSE)) desired.
- Comprehensive knowledge of concepts, principles, and practices of engineering to provide consultative services on development programs and in the design and development of systems and components.
- Knowledge and skill sufficient to apply the latest developments in engineering to solve complex problems in the specialty area.
- Working knowledge of computer systems and computer-based engineering tools
- Well-developed leadership skills.
- Ability to investigate, troubleshoot, and design solutions to problems from a broad perspective.
- Excellent communication and analytical skills.
- Planning/organizational skills and the ability to work under deadlines.
- Must possess a valid, state issued driver’s license.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance.
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
Salary: $140,000-$180,000 annually
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
Benefits
Relocation Assistance, Paid Time-Off, 401K Match, Paid Sick Days, Tuition Reimbursement, 401K, Medical, Dental, Vision
About Company
JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force, Space Force, and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech II. JT4 develops and maintains realistic, integrated test and training environments and prepares our nation's war-fighting aircraft, weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challenges.
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