PNT Test Engineer

Company Info
University of Dayton Research Institute
Dayton, OH, United States

Phone: 9372292779
Web Site: https://udayton.edu/

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Title:

PNT Test Engineer

Location:

Dayton, OH 

Job ID:

68057
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Job Description:

This entry-level position will be responsible for working, as part of a diverse and skilled technical team, to integrate and test positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) hardware using both common and novel Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) signals. The ideal candidate will have hands on experience with GNSS hardware and a thorough understanding from signal acquisition to end user exploitation. They will also have on site experience working with the Department of Defense (DoD) and have working knowledge on approval processes for GNSS related signal acquisition.

Minimum Qualifications
1. Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or other relevant technical field
2. Familiarity with modern Integrated Development Environments (IDEs) and software compilers on Windows and Linux platforms
3. Familiarity with Window and Linux software installation processes to aid in GNSS testbed data visualization
4. Due to the nature of this position, U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Resident status is required
5. Eligibility to obtain a United States SECRET clearance (or higher) is required for ongoing employment in this position

Preferred Qualifications
1. Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science
2. Working knowledge of satellite navigation/GNSS
3. Experience with test and verification of navigation and communication equipment, including GNSS receivers, GNSS simulators, signal generators, and aviation electronics
4. Familiarity with common radio frequency bands utilized by the DoD and processes required to operate given equipment on a military installation
5. Familiarity with common data collection systems
6. Demonstrated, effective interpersonal skills
7. Active US SECRET (or higher) clearance

Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Informed by this commitment, we seek to increase diversity, achieve equitable outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus community. As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, we will not discriminate against minorities, women, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, or on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity.