Engineering Services Network

C5I Test Coordinator

Engineering Services Network$100K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active secret clearance required
  • 5+ years in systems engineering/combat systems integration or 10+ years of technical experience
  • Familiarity with Combat Systems Engineering principles and integration on U.S. Navy Ships
  • Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
  • Travel requirement of approximately 40% to support test demonstrations

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate overall planning and execution of the C5I Integrated Testing Process
  • Develop and maintain Integrated Test Plans for C5I modernization
  • Schedule system-level and cross-system testing with various teams
  • Assist in executing test events to ensure proper sequencing
  • Track test progress and document discrepancies for resolution
  • Prepare updates and risk documentation for government leadership
  • Support Combat Systems Ship Qualification Trials and other test activities

Benefits

  • On-site work opportunities in both Japan and San Diego
  • Involvement with Navy's cutting-edge technology and systems
  • Collaborative role working closely with various military and engineering teams
  • Opportunities for career advancement in military systems integration
  • Chance to contribute to critical national defense projects
Full Job Description
Job Title

C5I Test Coordinator

Location

Japan / San Diego, CA - CA US (Primary)
San Diego, CA - CA US
US

Job Description

We are seeking a C5I Test Coordinator.

This role is located on-site in San Diego, CA and Yokosuka, Japan.

This position serves as the C5I Test Coordinator and provides overarching coordination for planning and execution of the C5I Integrated Testing Process (C5ITP) during CNO Availabilities. Represents the CSO and works closely with the Ship's TRIAD, Project Team, and Ship's Force.
  • Supports development and maintenance of Integrated Test Plans (ITPs) for C5I and Combat Systems modernization efforts.
  • Coordinates scheduling of system-level and cross-system testing with Ship's Force, RMCs, SYSCOMs, and ISEAs.
  • Assists in execution of test events, ensuring proper sequencing to minimize rework and integration risk.
  • Tracks test progress, documents discrepancies, and reports variances to the government lead for resolution.
  • Supports integration verification across communications, combat systems, navigation, EW, and IT networks.
  • Prepares test status updates, risk documentation, and readiness inputs for delivery to government leadership.
  • Assists with Combat Systems Ship Qualification Trials (CSSQT), INSURV preparations, C5RA events, and other government-directed test activities.
  • Identifies potential risk areas and develops mitigation options for government consideration.

Required Qualifications:
  • An active secret clearance is required to be considered for this position.
  • At least five (5) years systems engineering/combat systems integration experience OR a minimum of 10 years technical experience showing progressive advancement of roles/responsibilities.
  • Must have experience with standard Combat Systems Engineering principles, theories, concepts, techniques, and systems integration aboard U.S. Navy Ships.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
  • Travel Required: ~40% travel required to support test demonstrations (in port and underway).

Desired Qualifications:
  • Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or a related technical field. Additional years of experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
  • Knowledge of Navy C5I systems (e.g., CANES, ADNS, SATCOM, radar suites, SSDS, AEGIS interfaces, Link-16, GCCS-M).
  • Experience with system integration and test coordination on CVNs or other major combatants.
  • Familiarity with Navy maintenance and readiness processes (SHIPMAIN, TSRA, C5RA, INSURV).
  • Strong organizational, communication, and coordination skills for managing multi-agency test efforts.
  • Ability to review installation planning documentation (SCDs, drawings, TSRA schedules) and prepare recommendations for government review.


Job Requirements

Clearance Requirement

About Engineering Services Network

Engineering Services Network (ESN) is a service-disabled veteran-owned small business that provides engineering, technical, and programmatic services to the Department of Defense and other federal agencies. The company was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in Herndon, Virginia. ESN's services include systems engineering, software development, logistics support, and training. The company has received numerous awards for its work, including the Department of Defense Nunn-Perry Award for outstanding performance in the Mentor-Protégé Program.
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