Overview
Systems Integration and Test Engineer - Junior
LOCATION: Eglin AFB, FL
JOB STATUS: Full-time
CLEARANCE: Secret
TRAVEL: 25%
Astrion has an exciting opportunity for an SE-2 Systems Integration and Test Engineer located at Eglin AFB, FL.
The Datalinks Test Flight is searching for a degreed computer scientist or engineer with knowledge in software development/scripting and some work experience who is interested in designing, constructing, and supporting test and evaluation (T&E) systems in our Advanced Datalinks Test Lab (ADTL). If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and being on the cutting edge of innovative digital communications technology, this is the place for you. We provide several opportunities to learn and grow, ranging from on-the-job training with other members of our cross-functional team, to formal courses in unique technology areas.
We realize that no one will possess all the qualifications listed below. We are looking for people that have a strong computer science or engineering education, relevant knowledge and have the drive and motivation to learn other required areas. Position responsibilities can span from assisting a project team lead as a team member to leading a project team.
This position provides support for the 46 Test Squadron/TGBC at Eglin AFB in the Systems Integration and Test Engineer role. This is NOT a remote position; however, limited telework opportunities may be authorized as mission requirements allow.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or other relevant technical fields and 0-3 years of experience. Additional experience may be substituted for education.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance, and approval for both a TS/SCI clearance and Special Access Programs.
- Superior organization, communication, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent self-initiative and self-motivation.
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Suite of Office applications.
- Ability to communicate and present technical details both written and verbally.
- Strong work ethic; Comfortable working in a team environment with minimal supervision.
- Ability to travel both CONUS and OCONUS, as needed. Travel time could be up to 25%.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
- Understanding of digital data RF systems or data links, and their employment.
- Experience with Python scripting.
- Experience working with both the Windows and Linux operating systems.
- Experience with software and/or hardware testing.
- Development of automated test tools or test fixtures.
- Possess a current and active Top Secret security clearance with SCI Eligibility.
RESPOSIBILITIES
- Assist the ADTL management to design, construct, and support test equipment and systems.
- Develop and maintain ADTL test support hardware, software, and scripts in compliance with established security guidelines.
- Hands on integration, operation, and maintenance of hardware and electrical components, including using electrical measurement tools for verification and validation.
- Analyze failures associated with test equipment and provide recommended solutions.
- Assist Test Engineers with design and development of test architectures and solutions.
- Review Technical documentation to gather data on which systems will be designed and supported.
- Interface with program offices in developing engineering solutions.
- Assist test teams with integration of engineered solutions into test plans, concept of operations, test cards, data-analysis plans, and formal reports.
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive library and/or continuity database for engineering solutions.
- Develop and present briefings to test community, program office and senior-level personnel on proposed or operational engineered solutions.
- Travel to contractors' facilities, test sites, and other locations.
- Participate in planning, execution, data analysis, report generation, etc., of program-related activities.
- Support any additional activities as assigned by TGBC leadership.