Requisition Number: 29222
Required Travel: 11 - 25%
Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $110,628.00 - $158,000.00
Security Clearance: Secret
Level of Experience: Mid HI
SummaryThe
Test & Evaluation (T&E) Engineer applies expert knowledge of test planning, execution, analysis, and reporting to assess the performance and readiness of Foreign Military Sales (FMS) systems, subsystems, and equipment prior to delivery to the Host Nation. This role directs and conducts T&E activities to verify system performance, validate security architecture updates, and ensure capability variants meet design and operational requirements. The engineer develops test and validation plans, conducts lab-based assessments, analyzes test data, troubleshoots issues, and provides actionable recommendations to the Security Cooperation Office (SCO) and Mission Partners. Additionally, the position supports the development and execution of Government test plans, including joint security validation efforts conducted with U.S. Government test facilities.
What you will do- Apply T&E processes to design, plan, execute, analyze, and report on test activities supporting FMS systems and components.
- Direct and conduct testing to verify system performance, including evaluation of security-related capabilities and variant configurations.
- Document updates, refinements, and changes to initial equipment and security architecture as system designs mature.
- Develop comprehensive test and validation plans for systems, subsystems, and components.
- Conduct lab-based performance and quality tests to validate component functionality and product reliability.
- Analyze test data, interpret results, and communicate findings with recommendations to the SCO and Mission Partners.
- Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware and software issues uncovered during testing.
- Validate and implement product solutions, documenting all findings and results in technical reports.
- Develop, refine, and document improved test methodologies and best practices.
- Support the development and implementation of Government Test Plans, including the security test and validation approach executed jointly with contractor and U.S. Government personnel.
- Additional duties as assigned or required.
What we are looking for- 9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 4 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience.
- Professional experience in Test & Evaluation, system verification, or system performance assessment.
- Knowledge of FMS processes, system acceptance requirements, or international partner system delivery (preferred but not required).
- Experience developing and executing test plans, validation procedures, and test methodologies.
- Ability to analyze complex test data and translate results into clear, actionable recommendations.
- Strong troubleshooting skills with experience resolving hardware and software integration issues.
- Familiarity with system security performance testing and validation activities.
- Ability to develop detailed technical reports and documentation.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills to interface with Mission Partners, SCO personnel, engineers, and test-facility teams.
- Ability to work collaboratively in joint Government-contractor test environments.
- Clearance: Must possess and maintain a Secret clearance.
Physical RequirementsMay require working in an office, industrial, shipboard, or laboratory environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances.
The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.
To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/[redacted]
HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.
