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PHOTO OPTICAL PLANNING ENGINEER- EXEMPT POSITION- HIGH SPEED TEST TRACK - HOLLOMAN AIR FORCE BASE
Posting Code:2023-035-SRS
Open Date:9/20/2023
Hourly / Salary Rate:
Close Date:Open Until Filled
  

POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The Holloman High Speed Test Track is the Air Force’s Test and Evaluation transition between laboratory testing and in-flight testing. This position will interface with Air Force project managers, Test Track engineers, and Test Track customers collecting photo optical requirements on programs tested at the Holloman High Speed Test Track. These requirements are then developed and published into a highly detailed photo optical plan outlining optical equipment and how that equipment is setup for each test conducted. Researching archived documentation will be required to glean the information needed to produce the Track Optical Plan. Will be required to develop new techniques to meet new testing requirements.  Microsoft products including WORD, EXCEL, and VISIO along with Adobe Acrobat are used to develop maps and instructions on how to configure and execute optical instrumentation mission requirements. This document once agreed upon between the contractor and Air Force will provide direction to technicians on how to position photo optical equipment for the purpose of satisfying customer requirements. Must be able to  translate unique mission requirements into photo optical support plans.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Applicant must possess a bachelor’s degree of science in either Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics and have 3-5 years’ experience working in an engineering position. The applicant must possess a strong background in mathematics to include geometry, trigonometry, and algebra to perform necessary calculations to meet optical test requirements. Must be self-motivated and have the desire to learn high speed photo optical techniques. Applicant must have a good understanding of Microsoft products including, WORD, EXCEL, VISIO, and the ability to convert documents into other formats.  Applicant must possess a valid driver’s license and will be subjected to a security investigation.  Must be able to meet eligibility requirements, obtain and maintain a security clearance for access to classified information. Position may require some early report times, weekends, and TDY assignments.

 

Desired Qualifications:

Understanding of programs used within the Windows environment and software programming.  Knowledge of mathematical calculations integrated with optical instrumentation utilized in high-speed photography operations along with complex systems such as Schlieren and streak photography is highly desirable.  Knowledge of camera equipment, lenses, and tracking systems. Experience working in a Test & Evaluation environment.

 

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds unassisted and be able to maneuver and work in confined and compact spaces where archived film and documents are stored.