Bachelor's degree in Engineering or 3 years of experience as a test engineer for defense or aerospace systems
Experience with system lifecycle processes including requirements, design, integration, test, and sustainment
Familiarity with requirements management tools
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
Effective communication and collaboration abilities
Detail-oriented with a focus on system reliability and performance
Responsibilities
Design and implement test protocols for military simulation systems
Lead verification and validation (V&V) efforts, including test planning and documentation
Assist in system assembly in lab and customer sites
Ensure compliance with government standards and cybersecurity requirements
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software and program management
Develop and maintain technical documentation
Participate in design reviews and technical interchange meetings
Troubleshoot system-level issues and support root cause analysis
Benefits
Hybrid work environment with flexibility for remote work
Occasional travel to customer sites or supplier locations
Full-time position with a standard Monday to Friday schedule
Opportunity for evening and weekend work as needed
Engagement in complex technical problem-solving
Full Job Description
Position Overview
The Test Engineer will play a critical role in the planning, development, and execution of delivery orders (DOs), contributing as a hands-on individual contributor. This individual will be responsible for assisting in systems engineering efforts across the full lifecycle, from initial concept and requirements development through testing, verification, and final delivery, focusing on testing and ensuring that the system that is being built can be efficiently tested. The ideal candidate has solid experience in systems engineering, enjoys solving complex technical problems, and can work independently with moderate supervision.
This role requires close collaboration with internal teams, external suppliers, and government stakeholders and involves occasional travel to customer sites or supplier locations. A hybrid work environment is possible when not required to be on-site for customer meetings or test events. The program reserves the right to require on-site work if program execution and success dictates.
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday, 9:00a a.m. to 5 p.m. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
Responsibilities
Design and implement test protocols for military simulation systems, subsystems, and components
Lead verification and validation (V&V), including test planning, execution, and documentation
Assist in system, subsystem, and component assembly in the lab and at customer sites
Ensure compliance with government standards, cybersecurity requirements, and program specifications
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software, graphics, and program management
Develop and maintain technical documentation (e.g., CDRLs)
Participate in design reviews (SPR, PDR, CDR) and technical interchange meetings
Troubleshoot system-level issues and support root cause analysis in lab and field environments
Contribute to risk management, configuration control, and change management processes
Required Experience/Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or 3 years experience as a test engineer for defense or aerospace systems
Experience with system lifecycle processes (requirements, design, integration, test, sustainment)
Experience with requirements management tools
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, interface control documents, and specifications
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation skills
Effective communication and collaboration skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Detail-oriented with a focus on system reliability and performance
Preferred Experience/Qualifications
Prior experience working on military flight simulators
Prior experience supporting defense or aerospace programs
Special Requirements/Security Clearance
Ability to obtain a Security Clearance
About By Light Professional IT Services
By Light Professional IT Services is a provider of full lifecycle information technology and telecommunications solutions to the federal government and commercial clients. The company provides services in the areas of cybersecurity, cloud computing, application development, network engineering, and strategic consulting. By Light has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States by Inc. Magazine and has been named a top workplace by The Washington Post.
