Electrical Engineer, AST, Electrical Experimental Equipment (Direct Hire)

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Duties described below are at the highest grade advertised. Duties assigned at lower grade levels will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity; duties will be commensurate with the grade of selected employee.

Assists in all facets of an engine test life cycle which includes requirements gathering, supporting design engineering, electrical system modification and build-up, activation testing, test support and analysis of data acquired.

Develops an understanding of the functionality and performance of test stand data collection systems, video systems, intercom systems, power systems, and control systems by operating and maintaining these complex systems.

Identifies standard problems in electrical data and control systems, instrumentation transmitters, programmable logic controllers, graphical user interfaces, transducers and associated cabling.

Provides engineering assistance to support contractors in the resolution and correction of field problems and monitors corrective actions through completion. Monitors contractor activities to ensure written procedures and policies are followed.

Provides program support by presenting cost estimates, schedule inputs, selecting hardware, specifying specifications, purchase justification, hardware installation, activation and troubleshooting of new systems to support test hardware.

Provides setup of instrumentation and amplification systems, conveys system capabilities and precision, and is capable of applying this knowledge in meeting customer requirements for test article data collection and control.

Works with procedures for build-up, checkout, troubleshooting, testing and maintenance of electrical data collection systems or control systems for propulsion testing.