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Engineer (E2)

TRISTAR
Crane, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 9/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/22/2026
Job Type

Full-time

Description

We are seeking an Engineer (E2) to join our dynamic team. This role will focus on test planning, RF/microwave testing, instrumentation, data analysis, troubleshooting, and verification of system requirements. IPA00000533

Key Responsibilities

  • Support developmental test and evaluation (DT&E) activities for Electronic Warfare systems and subsystems across the system lifecycle.
  • Develop detailed test plans, procedures, and test reports to support verification and validation of system requirements.
  • Design, plan, and execute laboratory and field tests, including RF and microwave system testing.
  • Configure and operate test instrumentation, RF measurement equipment, and data acquisition systems used in EW testing.
  • Analyze test data and produce technical assessments and performance evaluation reports documenting system capability and compliance with requirements.
  • Coordinate with government engineers, program managers, and integrated product teams (IPTs) to ensure effective test planning and execution.
  • Identify technical risks, troubleshoot system anomalies, and support root cause analysis during testing events.
  • Support test readiness reviews, technical reviews, and test documentation development required for DoD programs.
  • Assist in maintaining test schedules and coordinating range, laboratory, and system resources required for testing.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related engineering discipline with coursework in RF, microwave engineering, or electromagnetic theory.
  • Minimum 3 years of professional experience in RF, microwave, or electronic systems engineering.
  • Experience supporting test engineering, integration, or verification activities within a systems engineering environment.
  • Familiarity with Electronic Warfare systems, RF propagation, signal analysis, or electromagnetic spectrum operations.
  • Experience using RF test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, signal generators, network analyzers, or similar instrumentation.
  • Experience developing test plans, test procedures, and test reports for technical systems.
  • Ability to interpret system requirements and translate them into testable verification methods.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams and government stakeholders.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to travel in support of test events, field demonstrations, and integration activities.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen.

About TRISTAR

TRISTAR is an SBA certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned professional services company supporting the U.S. Department of Defense programs. Our core competencies include Electronic Warfare, Enterprise Management, Full Spectrum Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Digital Transformation, Software Engineering and Development, Maritime Modernization and Engineering, and Technical Solutions.

TRISTAR was founded in March 1995 and has built an employee-focused collaborative environment which enables our team of professionals to create and deliver customized solutions to meet our customers’ mission critical challenges. TRISTAR’s core capabilities support customers with end-to-end solutions.

For over 30 years, TRISTAR has demonstrated and perfected our ability to successfully manage any task, small or large no matter how difficult or complex.

TRISTAR is proud to serve the Department of Defense and other Federal Agencies.

TRISTAR provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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