ASR-9 Network Engineer/System Tester

EVTKS

$70K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Physics, Aerospace, Computer Science, or Mathematics
  • Experience with NAS facilities and equipment desirable
  • 3-6 years of related work experience
  • Ability to obtain and maintain necessary security clearance
  • Strong technical proficiency in radar systems and network troubleshooting

Responsibilities

  • Travel 25-50% to ASR-9 radar sites for field support
  • Provide 2nd Level engineering for ASR-9 subsystems
  • Troubleshoot and analyze radar systems and components
  • Conduct system upgrades, modifications, and calibrations
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation
  • Perform feasibility studies and cost analyses for electrical systems
  • Participate in formal and informal development reviews

Benefits

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Competitive compensation
  • Career growth opportunities
Full Job Description
Benefits:
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off


Benefits/Perks
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Career Growth Opportunities

Job Summary

In the role of ASR-9 Network Engineer/Systems Tester, you will be part of the Airport Surveillance Radar (ASR-9) team and provide 2nd Level engineering for data management for operational subsystems of the ASR-9. Daily activities will include troubleshooting and recommending solutions for issues with radar systems and associated components and conducting system upgrades and modifications.

Responsibilities:

  • Requires 25-50% travel - Travel throughout the country to different ASR-9 Radar sites to support local technicians in maintaining and modifying equipment. Availability with short notice to do so, is required.
  • 2nd Level engineering for data management for operational subsystems of the ASR-9.
  • Performing troubleshooting with data analysis of radar systems and associated components.
  • Conducting system upgrades, modifications, and calibration activities to improve performance and meet operational requirements.
  • Developing and maintaining technical documentation, including maintenance procedures and system configurations.
  • Conducting feasibility studies and cost analyses for electrical systems.
  • Troubleshoot, analyze, and determine operational issues and recommend solutions.
  • Conduct or participate in formal and informal reviews at predetermined points throughout the development life cycle.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering, or a Bachelor's degree in engineering technology or in another technical field, such as Physics, Aerospace, Computer Science, or Mathematics.
  • Experience with NAS facilities, systems, and equipment is highly desirable.
  • Three (3) to six (6) years of related work experience.
  • This position requires the successful applicant to obtain and maintain the required security clearance or other authorization(s) within the necessary timeframe required by applicable contract(s).

Technical Proficiencies:

  • Essential Radar knowledge with Network traffic and Software Analysis Tools to evaluate messages.
  • Troubleshoot, analyze, and determine operational issues and recommend solutions.
  • Experience with radar system simulation tools and software (e.g., AutoCAD, WRTADS, RRAP, Wireshark, and TeraTerm).
  • Design, develop, and test modern solutions to incorporate into existing systems and equipment.
  • Generate installation and test procedures for system modification and verification.
  • Perform all aspects of system verification, including all phases of the testing process.
  • Develop and execute test plan and procedures in an operational environment.
  • Direct and coordinate with outside vendors to manufacture prototypes and production units including development of Manufacturing Specifications.
  • Providing 2nd Level Engineering support to ASR-9 modifications installed in the field to include onsite or over the phone.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to work environments.
  • Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.

Preferred
  • Understanding of radar principles, signal processing, and RF electronics.
  • Familiarity with radar system components, including transmitters, receivers, antennas, and signal processors
  • Knowledge of radar system integration, installation, and field-testing procedures.

This position requires work to be performed at the William J Hughes Technical Center and may require travel from 25-50% of the time to airport locations around the USA when scheduling dictates or at management discretion. Requires ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

Compensation: $70,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

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