Cubic Corporation

Principal System Integration & Test Engineer (PE/CAM)

Cubic Corporation$133K — $163K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Four-year degree in Engineering or Scientific Discipline with 8 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree with 6 years of experience.
  • Proven background in planning and executing system-level testing activities independently.
  • DOD and communications systems testing experience is a plus.
  • Familiarity with AS9100, SEI CMMI, and Lean/Agile principles is preferred.
  • Strong IP-based network configuration and testing experience required.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills necessary.
  • Active DOD security clearance is mandatory.

Responsibilities

  • Lead Integration & Test projects as Project Engineer/Cost Account Manager.
  • Troubleshoot communications system issues effectively.
  • Monitor project hours, schedules, and budgets for Integration & Test Projects.
  • Develop test requirements and methods, ensuring appropriate equipment is selected.
  • Create test plans, detailed procedures, and reports in collaboration with engineering teams.
  • Verify test procedures to ensure fulfillment of contractual and quality standards.
  • Conduct System Acceptance Tests, including off-site tests when necessary.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
  • Retirement plan with employer matching contributions.
  • Paid time off and holiday leave.
  • Opportunity for professional development and training.
  • Flexible working conditions and potential remote work options.
Full Job Description
Business Unit:

Cubic Defense

Job Details:

Lead and Perform system-level testing activities for a project team in accordance with contractual requirements, MIL-STDs (military standards) and Data Item Descriptions (DID). This position typically works independently with results reviewed under general supervision and direction. Incumbents of this position will regularly exercise discretionary and substantial decision-making authority. This position is for System Test of multiple communications projects.

ESSENSTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITITES:
  • Lead Integration & Test projects as a Project Engineer/Cost Account Manager
  • Solving problems in communications systems
  • Track hours, schedule, & budget on Integration & Test Projects
  • Read and understand contractual and derived requirements and follow MIL-STDs and DIDs
  • Establish test requirements and associated methods including the determination of the appropriate equipment.
  • Generate required test plans, detailed procedures, and reports collaborating with functional engineering disciplines
  • Ensure that test procedures fully and efficiently verify contractual requirements and devices under test meet quality and workmanship standards
  • Present test plans and status, both internally and at formal contractual reviews
  • Track progress and generate test related metrics
  • Collaborate with systems engineering in planning systems integration activities
  • Perform integration level testing consistent with the integration plan/approach
  • Interface with other engineering and manufacturing personnel and customers to aid in planning and execution of test-related efforts
  • Communicate test observations and circumstances to the design engineering staff to aid in the resolution of said observations.
  • Plan, prepare for, and conduct Test Readiness Reviews (as required) to report system readiness for test
  • Evaluate when a contractual requirement is testable, or must be covered by some other method, such as analysis or certification
  • Conduct tests at off-site labs when onsite facilities are not sufficient or available
  • Conduct System Acceptance Tests at Customer Facilities
  • Provide Bases of Estimates (BOE)s and text for test activities in support of proposal efforts


MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
  • Four-year college degree in an Engineering or Scientific Discipline plus eight years related experience, or an applicable Master's degree with six years related experience.
  • Experience must be directly related to the planning and performance of system level testing.
  • Experience must include performing test activities without requiring direct supervision.
  • DOD and communications-related systems test experience preferred.
  • AS9100, SEI CMMI, and/or Lean/Agile development knowledge and experience preferred.
  • Experience with configuration and test of IP based networks is required.
  • Experience with RF testing is a plus.
  • Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Office applications.
  • Must communicate effectively, both verbally and in written form.
  • Able to prioritize, complete multiple tasks and work under deadlines.
  • Demonstrate people-oriented practices.
  • Must have strong presentation and organizational skills.
  • Ability to keep detailed records of work in a database or spreadsheet.
  • Must have an active DOD security clearance.


The description provided above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. Duties, responsibilities and requirements may change over time and according to business needs.

Cubic Pay Range:
$133,000.00 - $163,000.00 + benefits.

The Cubic pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Worker Type:

Employee

About Cubic Corporation

Cubic Corporation is an American public corporation providing diversified systems and services to the transportation and defense markets worldwide. Cubic Corporation is the parent company of two major business units, Cubic Transportation Systems (CTS) and Cubic Global Defense (CGD). CTS primarily focuses on providing automated fare collection systems for public transit agencies, while CGD specializes in providing realistic combat training systems, mission support services and defense electronics. The company's mission is to make a positive difference in the world by providing innovative solutions that improve people's lives and enable mission success for its customers.
Learn more about Cubic Corporation
Size
5,843 employees
Market Cap
$2.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$4.3 million
Founded
1997
5 Year Trend
+0.6%
Revenue
$1.4 billion
NASDAQ

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at Cubic Corporation

More Aerospace & Defense Jobs

Find similar Principal System Integration & Test Engineer (PE/CAM) jobs: