Senior Test Engineer

Overview

Are you ready to shape the next of airborne defense systems? We''re seeking a

Senior Test Engineer

to take a leading role in the testing and validation of cutting-edge military technologies. This position supports a high-priority defense program focused on delivering real-time, mission-critical data to military decision-makers and operators. From lab integration to flight testing, you''ll be central to the success of the program.Responsibilities

Develop and manage the programs Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP) in alignment with system architecture, mission objectives, and development milestones.Define test entry/exit criteria, traceability metrics, and align activities with integrated release schedules.Design and manage System Integration Lab (SIL) environments to simulate real-world aircraft systems.Lead automation efforts using tools like Python, Jenkins, Robot Framework, IXIA, and Spirent.Plan and execute developmental and operational tests, including test documentation, safety approvals, and on-site issue resolution.Monitor telemetry data and system logs; identify and troubleshoot anomalies in real-time.Conduct performance analysis and generate after-action reports.Evaluate encryption timing, communication reliability, and system interoperability.Embed test coverage into CI/CD pipelines to catch issues early in the development process.Promote a test-first approach during design phases through model-based reviews.Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with security, safety, and compliance teams to ensure testing meets military certification standards.Required Qualifications

U.S. CitizenshipActive

TS/SCI clearanceBachelors in Electrical, Aerospace, or Computer Engineering (Masters )15+ years of experience testing

DoD systems , from lab environments to full-scale flight testingProficiency in avionics or communication system testingFamiliarity with automated testing tools and data analysis platforms ( MATLAB, Pandas, JMP )Understanding of

military

EMI/EMC

and environmental testing standardsAdditional Qualifications

Experience with

tactical networks

or

command and control (C2)

systemsBackground in

Type-1 encryption , RMF, and secure communicationsFlight-test certifications

and Agile/Scrum/SAFe methodologiesExposure to

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