Description
Leidos' Defense Systems RFS Division is seeking a Senior Test Engineer to join its Airworthiness Test and Evaluation group in Huntsville, Alabama. The role involves applying scientific theory, designing experimentation, and engineering principles in the test and evaluation mission for Aircraft Survivability Equipment.
The successful candidate will participate in cost estimating, test planning and execution, data acquisition, data analysis, and reporting for designated flight-test and field test projects. They will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive hardware/software integration, collect and analyze test data, and incorporate user feedback.
Key responsibilities include:
- Testing and evaluating Aircraft Survivability Equipment, including sensors, jammers, software upgrades, and other aircraft survivability systems
- Applying practical knowledge to flight testing principles and concepts for developmental and system qualification testing of DoD aircraft
- Providing traceability from requirements to technical specifications
- Leading and executing testing events, developing test plans and procedures for hardware and software testing
- Assisting other engineers in test design, execution, data analysis, and reporting
- Supporting the development of the Test Strategy and/or Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP)
- Leading the T&E Integrated Product Team (IPT) and conducting Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs)
- Supporting test planning with OEM and Government Test Agencies
The salary range for this position is $92,300.00 - $166,850.00.
Requirements:
- Familiarity with Missile Systems, Weapon Systems, Infrared Seeker Systems, and/or Radar Systems
- Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline and 8+ years of prior experience leading and executing test events and developing test plans and procedures for hardware and software testing
- Excellent communication skills
- Active Secret clearance (U.S. Citizenship is required)
- Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Highly organized, demonstrating the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
- Experience working on aircraft survivability programs
- Previous military experience or familiarity with army aviation platforms
- Ability to create design documentation, requirements specifications, and other technical documentation