Senior Test Engineer (DoD systems)

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Take the lead in shaping the future of next-gen airborne networks. We're seeking a Senior Test Engineer to define and manage the full test lifecycle of a critical military airborne system release scheduled from FY 2025 to 2027. You'll oversee testing from bench-level verification in controlled lab settings through to full-scale operational testing on multiple aircraft platforms.

Core Responsibilities:

Strategic Test Planning

• Develop and manage a comprehensive test strategy that ensures seamless integration across hardware, software, and operations elements.
• Establish and manage test milestones, entrance/exit criteria, and requirement traceability within the program schedule.

System Integration Lab (SIL) Management

• Design and maintain test environments that accurately emulate real-world power, data, and environmental conditions.
• Implement automated test solutions using tools like Python, Jenkins, Robot Framework, Ansible, and IXIA/Spirent.

Developmental & Operational Testing

• Lead all phases of ground and flight testing, including test planning, hazard analysis, and safety documentation.
• Act as the primary engineer during flight tests, managing real-time data collection, analysis, and troubleshooting.

Analysis & Reporting

• Analyze test results covering latency, throughput, encryption performance, and system readiness metrics.
• Deliver after-action reviews, deficiency reports, and corrective recommendations to leadership and cross-functional teams.

Continuous Integration & DevSecOps Alignment

• Embed automated testing in the DevSecOps pipeline to validate builds every 90 days.
• Promote early-stage test involvement by integrating validation practices into design and engineering phases.

Team Mentorship & Stakeholder Engagement

• Mentor junior engineers and coordinate with government and platform representatives.
• Align testing with regulatory and certification bodies including NSA, DISA, and airworthiness authorities.

Required Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship required for security clearance compliance.
• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Computer Engineering, or a similar field; Master's .
• 15+ years of experience in test engineering for complex DoD systems, including full cycle from lab testing to flight operations.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance required.
• Proficient in test automation, data analysis, and statistical tools (MATLAB, Pandas, JMP, etc.).
• Knowledge of relevant standards such as MIL-STD-810/461 or RCC 324/125-15.

Experience:

• Familiarity with ABMS, OMS/UCI, CJADC2, or tactical data-link initiatives.
• Experience with secure communications, encryption systems, and risk management frameworks (e.g., RMF, eMASS).
• Flight test certifications (USAF TPS graduate, FAA DER, or equivalent).
• Exposure to Agile methodologies, Model-Based Testing, and systems engineering principles.

Why Consider This Role?

Enjoy opportunities to work on high-impact defense programs while benefiting from relocation to regions known for low cost of living, outdoor recreation, vibrant cultural scenes, and accessible transportation to major cities.

Top Required Skill Sets:

• DoD test engineering from lab to field
• Test automation and data analysis
• Compliance with military environmental and EMI/EMC standards

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