Electronics Systems Engineer (CR032022-II-KT-CA)

  • Full-time

Company Description

Crown is a global leader in planning and implementing advanced air mobility (AAM) services, with a particular focus on urban air mobility (UAM). We bring more than three decades of experience in developing strategy, exploring concepts, assessing technologies, developing use cases, and projecting economic impacts for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Canadian government, and state and city departments of transportation. We are looking for an exceptional new team member to join our Crown innovators working with companies and government agencies to safely advance aviation’s newest frontier.

We offer a competitive benefits package including matching 401K, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. We have been voted one of the best places to work in the Washington DC area. We have built this reputation by hiring great people who value and support the mission of our customers. Come experience the Crown difference.

Crown was voted as "One of the VA region’s Top Workplaces in 2021."

Job Description

Crown is hiring an Electronics Systems Engineer, who is able to interview and work in Ontario, California, to be responsible for the following tasks:

  • Managing radio installation projects from start to finish to include the 5 project processes: Initiating, Planning, Executing, Monitoring & Controlling and Closing.
  • Working with complex telecommunication equipment and facilities and associated broadcasting equipment for air to ground communication.
  • Familiarity with switching systems, copper telephone lines, coaxial cable and fiber links.
  • Switching systems, copper telephone lines, coaxial cable and fiber links.
  • Reviewing facility drawings & documents including structural building and plot plans, electrical, Telco and signal flow schematics.
  • Providing cost estimates for projects and procuring all installation materials.
  • Regular communication with all project stakeholders and managing change requests.
  • Delivering project plans and engineering design packages, risk mitigation, state and federal required work orders and permits.
  • Coordinating regularly with the electronic installation team to make sure all requirements are being met and all required materials are on site.
  • Working with the facility manager on closing out the project and making sure there are no exceptions to the scope agreement.
  • Conducting the initial site survey to determine the current state and condition of each communication facility to assess the type and amount of resources involved in the upgrading/construction process. 
  • Engineering installations at Federal facilities, which include ARTCC, ATCT, BUEC, RCAG, RCL, RCO, RTR, and Mobile Communication Vehicles.
  • Acquisition of all project materials.
  • Conducting pre-installation meetings.
  • Communicating project status and corresponding variances to the project manager and financial analysts.

Engineering may include upgrading or replacement of the following:

  • Radio equipment
  • Radio racks
  • Telco equipment
  • Antennas
  • RF cables
  • Grounding system
  • Junction boxes
  • Lightning protection system
  • Towers
  • Poles
  • Platforms
  • General facility construction

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

  • B.S. in mechanical or electrical engineering or 6 years’ experience in a related technical field; Equivalent military training may be considered.
  • Willing to travel up to 40%
  • Ability to climb antenna towers up to 100’
  • Ability to read and interpret schematics and blueprints
  • Must possess a valid, current drivers license
  • Must be able to pass government background check
  • Must be a US citizen
  • Must be able to interview and work in Ontario, CA

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL HAVE:

  • At least 2 years of related experience delivering engineering implementation plans, engineering instructions, computer-aided design drawings.
  • Must have a thorough understanding of the use of manual and power tools, test equipment such as communication test set, multi-meter, ohmmeter, power meter, megometer, anritsu, etc.
  • Experience working at FAA facilities.
  • Electrical troubleshooting experience.

Additional Information

Visit: www.crownci.com for additional information on our company.

Crown is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

As a government contractor, most of Crown’s positions require US Citizenship. 

Persons unable to complete an online application should contact Crown HR for assistance at (703) 650-0663 ext. 4011.

Crown is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.