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Senior Test Engineer

Nou Systems Inc
Huntsville, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/27/2026

nou Systems, Inc. (nSI) is now officially a 100% ESOP company! We value teamwork and collaboration, and this transition allows us to take that commitment to a new level. nSI empowers our customers with powerful, data-driven insights that transform defense systems and improve capabilities.

We are pleased to announce an opening for a Senior Test Engineer to join our Engineering Services Division in Huntsville, Alabama. You'll be part of a rapidly growing team operating across missile defense, cybersecurity, test range modernization, and space systems. The right candidate will support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) mission to develop and deploy a layered Missile Defense System (MDS) defending the United States, its deployed forces, allies, and friends from missile attacks in all phases of flight.

Responsibilities

This role provides technical support within the MDA Joint Integrated Fire Control Capability Office (DCX), under its Decision Dominance Command & Control (DC) organization. The DCX team focuses on testing, integrating, and deploying technologies like the Joint Track Management Capability (JTMC) Bridge with the Missile Defense System and U.S. Allies.

We're looking for someone with Integrated Air and Missile Defense experience who understands interoperability and communications, can build test plans, and lead large, diverse test teams that collect data to inform deployment decisions and making smart real-time calls to keep testing on track.

Duties Include

  • Building detailed test plans with U.S. partners and Allies to accomplish test objectives
  • Running test events across disparate teams, countries, and personalities
  • Writing clear post-test and observation reports that allow senior leaders to make quick decisions after key events
  • Deploying to test locations and organizing staff to prepare for testing

Preferred Qualifications

  • M.S. or M.A. degree
  • 20 years of experience with Air & Missile Defense Systems
  • Significant test & evaluation experience, especially with MDA
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and provide direction to test teams

Clearance & Work Requirements

  • Active SECRET clearance required, with ability to obtain TS/SCI
  • Must work on-site at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama
  • Lacking any one of these disqualifies applicants from this position

About nou Systems

Since its founding in 2012, nou Systems has built a reputation for excellence in innovative engineering, prototype development, and technical and professional services across missile defense, cybersecurity, test range modernization, and space control. Our diverse, highly skilled team delivers state-of-the-art solutions from concept and prototype through full development and integration.

We offer significant advancement and career development opportunities within a dynamic high-tech environment. Our culture is built on treating our employees like family.

Benefits of Working at nSI

nou Systems offers a comprehensive total rewards package with competitive compensation and benefits that reflect our culture of service, excellence, and support. Benefits may vary by position, but most roles include:

  • Competitive Wages*
  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Medical plan with Health Savings Account eligibility
  • Company-funded Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Personal Time Off, Vacation, and Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Norton LifeLock
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Personal Development, Technical Learning Opportunities, & Lunch-n-Learns
  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

Final compensation is determined by factors such as a candidate's relevant experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.

nSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Employment opportunities at nSI are based on a candidate's qualifications and ability to perform the essential functions of the role, without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, visit www.nou-systems.com/workingatnou. U.S. citizenship is required for most positions.

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