Senior Test Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Are you ready to shape the next generation of airborne defense systems? We're seeking a Senior Test Engineer to take a leading role in the testing and validation of cutting-edge military technologies. This position supports a high-priority defense program focused on delivering real-time, mission-critical data to military decision-makers and operators. From lab integration to flight testing, you'll be central to the success of the program.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage the programs Test & Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP) in alignment with system architecture, mission objectives, and development milestones.
• Define test entry/exit criteria, traceability metrics, and align activities with integrated release schedules.
• Design and manage System Integration Lab (SIL ) environments to simulate real-world aircraft systems.
• Lead automation efforts using tools like Python, Jenkins, Robot Framework, IXIA, and Spirent.
• Plan and execute developmental and operational tests, including test documentation, safety approvals, and on-site issue resolution.
• Monitor telemetry data and system logs; identify and troubleshoot anomalies in real-time.
• Conduct performance analysis and generate after-action reports.
• Evaluate encryption timing, communication reliability, and system interoperability.
• Embed test coverage into CI/CD pipelines to catch issues early in the development process.
• Promote a test-first approach during design phases through model-based reviews.
• Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with security, safety, and compliance teams to ensure testing meets military certification standards.

Required Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship
• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelors in Electrical, Aerospace, or Computer Engineering (Masters preferred)
• 15+ years of experience testing DoD systems , from lab environments to full-scale flight testing
• Proficiency in avionics or communication system testing
• Familiarity with automated testing tools and data analysis platforms ( MATLAB, Pandas, JMP )
• Understanding of military EMI/EMC and environmental testing standards

Preferred:

• Experience with tactical networks or command and control (C2) systems
• Background in Type-1 encryption , RMF, and secure communications
• Flight-test certifications and Agile/Scrum/SAFe methodologies
• Exposure to Model-Based Testing