Test and Evaluation Engineer

Job Type Full-time Description What You'll Do: As the Test and Evaluation Engineer, you will support the Next Generation Threat System (NGTS) development team and training device owners in a wide array of responsibilities. NGTS is a highly advanced virtual training system offering Navy and Air Force pilots the ability to train in a mission setting. This is a 100% on-site position - not eligible for telework. Specific responsibilities will include: Developing test verification and validation schedules to ensure adequate access to required personnel and training assets for all testing phases. Testing resources range from in-house lab resources to off-site distributed training centers.
Preparing and presenting all materials required for the pre and post-testing Systems Engineering Technical Review (SETR) events (e.g., Test Readiness Review, System Verification Review)
Providing T&E input to other SETR events (e.g., System Requirements Review, Preliminary/Critical Design Review) as needed
Creating simulation scenarios for the test tools/harnesses to drive test procedures
Documenting the test case traceability to the requirements specifications to ensure all requirements have adequate coverage
Test planning for integration testing
Developing documentation to include test reports, procedures, and plans
Position may require the ability for limited travel (approx. 10%) Requirements Who You Are: The following education and experience are required: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent technical degree
4 years of experience in test and evaluation
Must know US Navy Link-16 functions including, but not limited to, J-Message construction, MIL-STD-6016 interpretation, Joint Network Library (JNL) files, and general datalink usage for both C2 and Non-C2 platforms
Must be able to integrate Datalink processes into NGTS Live / Virtual / Constructive simulations
Well-versed with Joint Range Extension Application Protocol (JREAP) integration with Link 16
Demonstrated experience in System of System (SoS) architectures including both datalink and LVC systems
Must be familiar with the NGTS application
You are able to establish and maintain positive relationships with internal and external customers
You have professional and effective communication skills, both verbal and written
You take a proactive approach to your work and you're able to accomplish tasks with limited guidance and supervision
You have demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Your organizational skills are impressive, allowing you to effectively manage competing prioritiesBonus points if you have experience in any of the following areas: Training systems, aircraft system/subsystem development test and evaluation, or software and hardware for software application development
Experience with mission systems and training simulators
Experience with test procedure development, test conduct, and test report developmentASEC is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws. Security Clearance Requirements: This position requires U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Top Secret clearance. Selected candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.Who We Are: ASEC offers meaningful work and a culture that supports your professional and personal growth. We are a 100% employee-owned business focused on providing value and innovation in the areas of engineering, information technology, training, and logistics. We believe in doing what is right for the Warfighter, plain and simple. We encourage you to explore what makes us different. Why work at ASEC? 100% employee-owned
Thriving employee culture
Comprehensive benefits package
401K match
Tuition reimbursementWe recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote the most qualified persons for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by law. ASEC will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they choose to inquire about, discuss, or disclose their own compensation or the compensation of another employee or applicant.