Job Title

Test Engineer

Location

ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, MD 21005 US (Primary)

Category

Engineering

Job Type

Full-Time

Compensation Minimum (USD)

$90,000

Compensation Maximum (USD)

$120,000

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Citizenship Status Required

U.S. Citizen

Security Clearance Required

Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance

Job Description

Responsibilities:

The Test Engineer will plan, direct, and conduct developmental testing related to vehicle mounted obscuration systems and countermeasures for protecting military vehicles from weapons/missiles with optical or electro-optical sensors. Work will support the DoD and US Army's efforts to protect our warfighters on the battlefield. This Engineer will also help design, develop, and test new obscurant grenades and dissemination systems and the experimental modification of existing equipment.
• Provide engineering support for the planning and conduct of developmental testing for military vehicles with mounted obscuration grenades or generators
• Support research and development projects involving materials, explosives, and/or equipment related to military obscurants
• Support projects with design and fabrication, mechanical, electrical, and/ or military expertise requirements
• Write and contribute to presentations, technical reports, and publications

Education:

Bachelor's degree in engineering (mechanical, chemical or electrical), physics or related field. Additional experience in lieu of degree will be considered.

Compensation & Benefits:
• Pay: $90k - $120k
• Schedule: 40 hrs/week
• 401K with up to 4% employer matching contribution
• 3 weeks (120 hrs/year) Paid Time Off (PTO), Federal holidays, and Sick Leave
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job Requirements
• Must be a U.S. Citizen able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance
• 5 years of related experience supporting vehicle testing
• Must be proficient in planning and conducting testing in the laboratory and field
• Strong problem solving and analysis skills
• Excellent communication skills in English and the ability multitask, prioritize, and complete work within schedule

Bonus points if you have:
• Experience with testing military vehicle obscuration systems such as grenade launchers
• Experience with research or testing related to the explosive dispersion of materials