Bachelor's Degree in a technical field with 9 years of relevant experience (or 13 years without a degree)
Experience with large scale space-based and ground-based systems
Proficient in test planning, requirements, and documentation development
Knowledge of Department of War Test & Evaluation Standards and Policies
Eligibility for Sensitive Compartment Information and Special Access Programs, including consent to a Polygraph examination
Responsibilities
Provide oversight of Government and Contractor test events
Identify and resolve issues related to test events
Contribute to test organization reviews and documentation
Document program test strategy, scenarios, and requirements
Collaborate with contractors to align developmental test objectives with standards
Develop test methodologies with Government agencies and stakeholders
Participate in test working groups to discuss test-related matters
Benefits
Ongoing application acceptance with no deadline
Opportunity to work on high-impact projects for the U.S. Space Force
Engagement with cutting-edge space and ground systems
Potential for professional development and certifications
Collaborative work environment with Government and contractor teams
Full Job Description
Job Description
Description
SAIC is seeking a Test Engineer on the Horizon 2 Program to support the United States Space Force's Program Executive Office for Space Combat Power. This position is in El Segundo, CA. If you like test planning, test requirements or just about anything test in the Space and Ground systems work then this could be the right job for you.
Fun stuff you will do on the job:
Provide Government program office oversight of Government and Contractor test events
Identify and solve problems facing acquisition organization relating to test events and test organizations
Contribute to test organization reviews, test reports, and other documentation required to complete test activities
Document program test strategy and plans, test scenarios and test requirements
Work with development contractors to ensure developmental test objectives are consistent with applicable standards, instruction and policy
Work with Government developmental and operational test agencies/organizations to develop the adequate test methodology consistent with the program manager's expectations and other external stakeholders, as appropriate
Participate in test working groups which plan, status, and discuss test related matters
Qualifications
This is you:
Bachelor's Degree in a technical field and 9 years of relevant experience (4 years of additional experience may be used in lieu of degree) with:
Technical programs, systems engineering and test policy/execution of large scale space-based and ground-based space systems and/or new start technical demonstration space and ground systems
Test planning, requirements, process, tool and documentation development
Department of War Test & Evaluation Standards, Policies, Regulations and Requirements
In-scope security background investigation (T5 or SSBI), adjudicated for SCI eligibility and enrolled in the Continuous Vetting program (if applicable)
Willing to be nominated for access to Sensitive Compartment Information and Special Access Programs; consent to a Polygraph examination
Desired Qualifications:
Master's Degree in Technical or Management discipline
Self-starter and independent contributor
ITEA Certified Test & Evaluation Professional and, or INCOSE Certified Systems Engineer Professional credentials
Target salary range: $140,001 - $180,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
Overview
SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.
About SAIC
Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) is a technology integrator in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC has approximately 26,000 employees and operates in more than 70 countries. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Reston, Virginia. SAIC provides services to the U.S. government, including the Department of Defense, the intelligence community, and civilian agencies. The company also serves commercial customers in the healthcare, energy, and financial services sectors.
