OperationsTest Analyst I

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.

JOB DUTIES - ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

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:

• Contribute as a member of a small project team
• Contribute basic knowledge on the test process
• Contribute basic knowledge on EW, RF, or Protocols
• Develop basic data analysis tools, processes, or products for analysis
• Analyze pre-test predictions to define data collection requirements
• Assist in the conduct of test activities from control centers
• Order, QC and analyze data
• Identify and resolve basic data anomalies
• Provide related support as requested

RANGE POSITION DESCRIPTION

Job duties of an Operations/Test Analyst includes, but are not limited to, working under general technical guidance, specializing in voice communications switching, video, telemetry, situational awareness, data transport, and support systems within a real-time mission support environment. Perform network system administration tasks on work center systems such as communications distribution, data acquisition and distribution, range data transmission systems and associated ancillary equipment systems in accordance with standard industry practices, manufacturer data, applicable DoD policies, and local directives.

The Operations/Test Analyst is responsible for resolving real-time mission support anomalies, performing daily network monitoring, and provides the status of all work center networks. The candidate shall implement and enforce new and update existing network system administration policies.

The Operations/Test Analyst is responsible for identifying network and system administration weaknesses and problem areas and provide recommendations for corrective actions.

The Operations/Test Analyst must have the knowledge and the ability to troubleshoot data and telecommunication networks and equipment.

The selected candidate will be required to provide real-time operational mission support within the various sections of the work center, will be required to lead work center personnel in accomplishing real-time operational mission support, will maintain networking equipment to include problem isolation and repair to the lowest repairable unit level.

The Operations/Test Analyst will lead work center personnel in the performance of Preventative Maintenance Inspection (PMI) activities on applicable networking equipment and will develop and maintain network PMI procedures as required.

The Operations/Test Analyst will be considered a subject matter expert at the completion of on-the-job training and will develop, modify, and review operating instructions for general network and system administration tasks within the work center.

The Operations/Test Analyst will implement and adhere to all Informational Assurance requirements.

The Operations/Test Analyst will interface directly with customers as needed and must be able to resolve simple to complex problems in a high-pressure real-time mission environment.

The Operations/Test Analyst must possess knowledge of networking and data link protocols such as IP, Ethernet, Frame-Relay, SONET, and T1.

The Operations/Test Analyst must be willing to work nonstandard hours which includes nights, weekends, and overtime. The overtime may be short or no notice.

The Operations/Test Analyst must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance up to Top Secret with Special Access. The Operations/Test Analyst must be able to work independently or as a member of a team and have strong verbal and written communications skills and must be able to qualify and maintain government flight line privileges.

REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION, TECHNICAL, AND WORK EXPERIENCE

Completion of technical training and four (4) years of related experience; or an associate degree and two (2) years of related experience or a related bachelor's degree (engineering, math, computer science, or physics). 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 I 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 possess a valid, state issued driver's license
• Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance
• Must be a U.S. citizen

SALARY

The expected salary range for this position is $78,220 to $93,143 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.

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

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.

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