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
Active TS clearance with in-scope T5/SSBI and SCI eligibility
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
Work with Government agencies to develop appropriate test methodologies
Participate in test working groups to discuss test-related matters
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
401k contribution
Opportunities for professional development
Engagement in high-impact space projects
Collaborative work environment with industry experts
Full Job Description
SSI is seeking a Test Engineer for a role 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.
Role and Responsibilities include:
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.
Required Qualifications
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
Active TS clearance with in-scope T5/SSBI is required, along with SCI eligibility and participation in Continuous Evaluation.
Must meet all requirements for SCI and SAP access and be willing to undergo a polygraph examination.
Travel is 25%.
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.
$160,000 - $200,000 a year
Target salary range: $160,000 - $200,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range and bonus potential for this position based on experience and other factors. We offer medical/dental/vision benefits and 401k contribution.
