Test and Evaluation Technician

Test and Evaluation Technician

Test and Evaluation Technician Job Description:
• Team Support - The Test and Evaluation Support Technician provides support to system Integration and Test (I&T) engineers in conducting system level testing.
• Testing - Performs system stress testing and evaluation tasks and activities to include software kit installations, system testing, find, fix, and retest (FFR) activities, and documents failure reports. Tests software for functionality and sequence.
• Maintenance - Maintains system testing environment, performs system operations, runs health checks and error recoveries.
• Documentation - Performs IETM procedures and reports deficiencies, supports development of system engineering documentation.
• Successful Candidate - This position requires an assertive, professional, confident attitude, and adapts to changing schedules and tasks.

Test and Evaluation Technician Required Tasks:
• Performs system level testing, evaluation and related tasks and activities.
• Documents system test results, failure reports, and documentation deficiencies.
• Assists the system I&T engineering teams in isolating root cause of problems.
• Performs maintenance of system test document (updates and corrects procedures).
• Performs basic hardware/software installation and operation related tasks.
• Follows direction of system I&T engineering leads.

Test and Evaluation Technician Requirements:
• Former military experience with Submarine Fire Control Systems, software rebuilds, operation, and maintenance.
• Experience with TI-10 APB-09 and newer Fire Control systems.
• Ability to use technical information, tables, and drawings.
• Ability to perform system configuration or troubleshooting procedures.
• Able to identify networking issues and basic troubleshooting techniques.
• Experienced using Microsoft products - Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Ability to perform as a self-starter and work with minimal supervision and oversight in a team environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• High School level or college degree in related discipline, military experience and 5 or more years of experience as a Fire Control Technician (or related field).
• Willingness to work overtime and off shift when dictated to support business needs.

Test & Evaluation Technician Required Skills:
• Ability to work independently and in a team dynamic.
• Ability to read and understand technical information, system level diagrams, tables, slide packages and drawings.
• Understanding of basic networking characteristics, standards, and equipment.
• Ability to conduct troubleshooting and testing with procedures.
• Candidate must be able to obtain and keep a DoD Secret Clearance which means you must be a U.S. Citizen.

Test and Evaluation Technician Desired Skills:
• Knowledge of TI/APB development process and submarine systems interfaces with Fire Control Systems.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFAR hardware procurement requirements.
• Strong knowledge of Linux and Linux Terminal is a plus.

Job Location: Manassas, VA. (Relocation Assistance Available)

Benefits: We offer a competitive benefit package.
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Job Type: Full-Time Employee, 40 hours/week.

Start Date: Negotiable

Salary Range: $120,000 - $150,000