System Test Engineer (26-006)

JOB SUMMARY:

The System Test Engineer supports the planning and execution of Missile Defense System (MDS) ground and flight tests in which the Command and Control, Battle Management and Communications (C2BMC) program participates. This role is responsible for planning assigned test events and developing the required test artifacts to support successful execution, integration, and certification activities across domestic and international test events.

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Plan and support execution of Missile Defense System ground and flight tests supporting the C2BMC program.
• Support ground test activities including pairwise tests, Continuous Developmental Integration (CDI), Integrated Ground Tests (GTI), Distributed Ground Tests (GTD), cyber tests, Space Domain Awareness (SDA), and pre-flight Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) efforts.
• Support flight test activities conducted with pre-determined sensors and shooters.
• Support international test events involving both ground and flight test activities.
• Plan assigned test events with emphasis on development and implementation of required test artifacts, including:
  • Test objectives
  • Architectures
  • Data Item Descriptions
  • Defense Designs
  • Sensor Resource Management (SRM) settings
  • Operational Tasking Data Link (OPTASKLINK)
  • Air Defense Systems Integrator (ADSI) configuration and forwarding tables
  • CDS, TDACS, TRAUT TDACS
  • Communications Connectivity Matrices
  • Event Configuration Baseline (ECB)
  • System Adjustable Parameters (SAPs) and Site-Specific Parameters (SSPs)
  • BDR and PR applicability
  • Certification Data Packages
• Support planning phase reviews and coordination meetings.
• Support customer boards and program meetings.
• Support data management activities associated with test execution.
• Interface with developers to support test readiness and issue resolution.
• Support government personnel during event execution phases when requested.
• Support anomaly resolution and troubleshooting activities.
• Support analysis teams during post-event activities.
• Support Failure Review Boards (FRBs).

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Technical knowledge of the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Missile Defense System (MDS), including sensors, shooters, command and control systems, and networks.
• Prior integration and test experience within the Command and Control, Battle Management and Communications (C2BMC) program.

EDUCATION: Bachelors with 5+ or Master with 3+ Years of Experience

LOCATION: Full Time/ On-Site at Schriever AFB in Colorado Springs, CO

CLEARANCE REQUIRMENT:  Secret

DOD 8570 REQUIREMENT: None

SALARY RANGE: $105,000 to $127,000

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
• Operate a computer, keyboard, and other office equipment using hands and fingers.
• Communicate effectively in person, over the phone, and through electronic means.
• Occasionally move about the office to access files, office equipment, and meeting spaces.
• Lift and/or move up to 15 pounds as needed.
• Maintain specific vision abilities, including close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This position is performed within a secure, classified workspace. Employees must comply with all applicable security protocols and access control procedures, including restrictions on personal electronic devices and the handling of sensitive information.