Senior Integration & Test Engineer

Space Systems Integration (SSI) is a fast-growing engineering company that provides aerospace solutions to a variety of government and commercial customers. Our employees are forward-thinking, self-directed individuals who are committed to solving our customers’ technical challenges.

SSI is seeking a Senior Integration & Test Engineer for a position in Washington, D.C.

The customer is responsible for capability development and development planning. The Integration & Test Engineer will work with internal and external stakeholders to plan, execute, assess, and document Developmental Testing (DT) and Operational Testing (OT) of tactical command and control (C2) systems. The majority of the work will be performed in the customer workspace. Some travel is expected (up to 20%).
Responsibilities include:

• Stand up Integrated Test Team (ITT) Charter for developing and managing the T&E Strategy, Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP), and other required documentation, as well as forming subgroups and identifying T&E resource requirements
• Assist in developing the T&E Strategy that integrates policy, program requirements, cost & resource estimates, evaluation framework, and overall schedule to accomplish program goals
• Coordinate the planning, management, and oversight of DT/OT activities and maintain oversight of Contractor and Participating Test Organization (PTO) T&E activities supporting the program
• Document test activities, including writing test reports, analyzing test data, and making recommendations to the Lead Engineer and leadership
• Support developmental hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and software-in-the-loop (SIL) testing in a digital environment, as well as live fire testing (LFT) in an operational environment
• Establish trusted and influential relationships with customers, vendors, and other stakeholders
• Must have a demonstrated ability to coordinate with both internal and external organizations to accomplish common goals
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of Government policies, directives, standards, handbooks, and pamphlets, as well as DoD-adopted industry standards relating to security, is highly desired
• Specialized knowledge in any of the following areas: tactical sensors, missile defense effectors, tactical data link networks, sensor/effector integration, aircraft systems
• Knowledge of the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center’s framework, directives, and policies
  
  
  
  
  

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 15 years of engineering experience, with a focus on developmental test or operational test (DT/OT)
• B.S. degree in an engineering or technical discipline
• Master’s degree in engineering or technical discipline. (Highly desired)
• Knowledge of DoD T&E policies, practices, and procedures
• Experience in writing/translating test documents such as TEMP, DT/OT plans
• Experience with ACAT I/II acquisition programs is highly desirable
• Familiarity with military communication systems, DoD standards, and regulations
• Demonstrated ability to shift from one project to another in a dynamic, agile work environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to translate client technical needs into technical specifications
• Demonstrated ability to independently execute, lead, and complete tasks; drive projects to closure, assimilate and correlate project information in a fast-paced environment
• Security Clearance Level Required: Top Secret
• Please Note: U.S. Citizenship is required.
  
  
  
  
  

SSI has a target salary range: $180,000 to $200,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

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