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Job Description
LS Technologies, a Tetra Tech Company, is seeking an Electrical Engineer with technical expertise to support the test, evaluation, and analysis of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Air Traffic Control Communication Systems.
Job Duties & Responsibilities - Essential Job Functions may include, but are not limited to, the following
- Provides engineering expertise in the application of state-of-the-art technology to meet mission requirements.
- Planning, developing and executing Operational Test Cases which validate Operational Suitability of Air traffic Control Communications Systems and evaluation of Air to Ground
- Protocol Converter contractor test plans procedures and reports.
- Develops and executes procedures for measurement of Internet Protocol (IP), analog and discrete signals such as: IP to analog or discrete signal conversion delay, voice delay, idle channel noise, impulse noise, AGC, intermodulation distortion, and encoding/decoding of EUROCAE ED-137 messaging.
- Primary duty is support of technical performance testing for the Air-to-Ground Protocol Converter (Converts EUROCAE ED-137C VOIP audio and signaling to analog voice and discrete control signals for FAA Radios) and Ground-to-Ground Protocol Converters (Converts EUROCAE ED-137C VOIP audio and signaling to telecommunications trunk audio and signaling for interfacing between FAA ED-137 compliant VOIP Voice Communication legacy telecommunication trunks).
Qualifications:
- Must have 5 years’ experience in basic engineering concepts.
- TCP/IP protocol stack elements utilized in Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) communication systems (e.g. Session Initiation Protocol, Real Time Transport Protocol).
- Knowledge of basic Linux commands.
- Knowledge of IPv4 networking principles.
- Knowledge of network impairment testing and reporting.Knowledge of communications equipment performance parameters such as latency, frequency response, jitter, packet loss, analog audio / discrete signals, VoIP audio levels, and audio delay
- Knowledge of Test and Evaluation (test plans, procedures, conduct, problem identification, and reports)
- Experience with Wireshark or equivalent software.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (computer or electrical) from a college or university with a degree curriculum accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). Master’s Degree in related field may be substituted for Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of experience. PhD in related field may be substituted for Bachelor’s degree and 7 years of experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- General awareness of EUROCAE ED-137C and ED-138 standards, and their applicability to the specification, design, development, and test of FAA NAS IP voice communication systems
- National Instruments Lab VIEW software application development
- Python programming language coding or other software development
- Knowledge of IPv6 networking principles.
- GL Comm application experience (e.g., MAPS, Voice Quality Test (VQT), VQUAD).
- Knowledge and experience with Cisco switch configuration and operation.
- Ground to ground telephony experience.
- Knowledge of Environmental Test Standards and Methods (e.g., MIL-STD-810, Shock & Vibration Testing, EMI/EMC Testing, Humidity Testing, etc.).
- Knowledge of Power Test Methods (e.g. Inrush current, power factor, and total harmonic distortion).
- Knowledge of NAS communication system architecture.
- Experience using CodeBeamer
Work Requirements:
- Work location: Atlantic City, NJ (The William J. Hughes Technical Center)
- Work Hours: 40
- Travel: 20%
- Physical requirements:
- Extended Computer Use: Regular and prolonged periods of working at a computer terminal.
- Lifting and Carrying: Occasional lifting of equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds may be required during installations or maintenance.
- Mobility: Ability to move around the office environment to access computer hardware, networking equipment, and server rooms.
Dexterity: Manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate computer equipment, troubleshoot issues, and perform tasks requiring precision.
Sitting/Standing: Both prolonged sitting and occasional standing may be required for troubleshooting and attending to system issues.
Background check: Must have ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust.
About LS Technologies
At LS Technologies, a Tetra Tech Company, we're enhancing our nation’s critical infrastructure by providing engineering, technical, and professional services to Federal Government agencies. The quality of our work, deep technical expertise, and genuine passion for public service sets us apart. As a growing organization we are expanding our benefits and communication with our employees, offering add-ons that speak to our growing employees’ needs. Join us in delivering high-quality solutions and shaping the future of safety and innovation for our government partners. In 2024 we joined Tetra Tech, enabling us to combine our expertise with the reach and resources of a prestigious global organization.
EEO Commitment
LS Technologies, a Tetra Tech Company, is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor, and we request priority referral of veterans.
We invite applications from all interested parties.
Requesting an Accommodation
LS Technologies is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by LS Technologies and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.
If you would like to be considered for employment opportunities with LS Technologies and have accommodation needs for a disability or religious observance, please send us an email hr@lstechllc.com or speak with your recruiter.
Compensation (Pay Bands)
Salary at LST is determined by a wide array of factors, such as (but not limited to) education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, location, and clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only.
The projected compensation range for this position is provided within the posting and is based on full-time, 40 hour/week status. Part-time staff receive compensation at an hourly rate. The estimated minimum and maximum displayed represents the broadest range for this position (inclusive of high geographic and high clearance requirements) and is just one component of LSTs total compensation package for employees. ** In compliance with local laws, LS Technologies presents this reasonable compensation range as a guideline for roles in California, Colorado, New York, or Washington D.C."
Benefits offered to all employees who work 30 hours per week: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Annual Leave, and Holidays.
Life at Tetra Tech:
- The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
- Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
- Merit-based financial rewards.
- Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
- Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
- Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.
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