Test and Evaluation Engineer

TRISTAR

$70K — $95K *
Crane, IN 47522In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in test and evaluation or systems engineering.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace).
  • Experience supporting DoD or federal programs.
  • Familiarity with test execution and documentation practices.
  • Basic experience with data analysis tools (Excel, MATLAB, Python).
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
  • Exposure to Developmental Test (DT)/Operational Test (OT) environments.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute test procedures, cases, and plans.
  • Support Developmental Test (DT) activities including lab and integration testing.
  • Assist in defining and applying Measures of Effectiveness (MOEs) and Measures of Performance (MOPs).
  • Perform data collection and analysis to evaluate system functionality.
  • Document test results, discrepancies, and observations.
  • Support requirements verification and traceability activities.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure test readiness.

Benefits

  • Dynamic team environment focused on quality.
  • Exciting opportunity to contribute to complex system validation.
  • Collaboration with engineering, software, and integration teams.
  • Emphasis on adherence to safety requirements and configuration control.
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Test and Evaluation Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and validation of complex systems through rigorous testing and analysis. If you are passionate about ensuring system performance and quality, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and execute test procedures, cases, and plans under established guidance.
  • Support Developmental Test (DT) activities, including lab, integration, and limited field testing.
  • Assist in defining and applying Measures of Effectiveness (MOEs) and Measures of Performance (MOPs).
  • Perform data collection and basic analysis to assess system functionality and performance.
  • Document test results, discrepancies, and observations in support of engineering and program teams.
  • Support requirements verification and traceability activities.
  • Assist in test event planning and coordination, including setup and execution support.
  • Collaborate with systems engineering, software, and integration teams to support test readiness.
  • Prepare technical documentation and reports.
  • Ensure adherence to test procedures, safety requirements, and configuration control processes.


Requirements

  • Experience supporting DoD or federal programs.
  • Exposure to DT/OT environments.
  • Familiarity with TEMP or similar test documentation.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a securty clearance.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace) or related field.
  • 3-7 years of relevant experience in test and evaluation, systems engineering, or related discipline.
  • Familiarity with test execution and documentation practices.
  • Basic experience with data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, MATLAB, Python).
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen.


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