Test Engineer II

Sierra Nevada Corporation.
Southern Pines, NC, United States
11 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
2 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Testing (Software) Automation of Tests Requirements Management Software Requirements Analysis Subsystems System Testing Systems Integration Test Data Test Scripts

Job description

Do you have an eye for detail and enjoy working with amazing products and tools? Join us in championing and protecting explorers and heroes! As a Test Engineer II, you will play a crucial role in developing and executing complex test plans and procedures for various aerospace and defense systems. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to validate and verify product requirements, ensuring high-quality performance and compliance.

Our testing approach evolves with the design maturity, extending from initial stages through to post-production follow-ups on subsequent articles.

The role involves extensive system testing, aimed at assessing a broad spectrum of mission equipment such as communication, computing, navigation, and surveillance systems, to ensure they meet design and functionality standards.

Please note, this role does not require any knowledge or skills related to software or automation testing.

The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains - air, land, sea, space and cyber., * Develop and execute detailed test plans and procedures for complex systems.

  • Conduct system, sub-system, and component-level testing, including functional, performance, and environmental tests.
  • Analyze test data and provide comprehensive reports on test results.
  • Identify, document, troubleshoot, and facilitate resolution of issues and anomalies.
  • Collaborate with engineering and design teams to refine test requirements and methodologies.
  • Ensure proper maintenance and calibration of test equipment.
  • Generate content and participate in internal/external meetings and briefs.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s of Science in Engineering or related field.
  • 2+ years of experience in test engineering or a related role.
  • Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
  • Proficient understanding of test and evaluation principles and methodologies.
  • Conceptual knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
  • Familiarity working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams.
  • Knowledge of requirements management, system design, and systems integration.
  • Exposure to planning, conducting and documenting Verification and Validation (V&V) activities.
  • Ability to read schematics, use service manuals, follow test procedures, and use logical trouble shooting techniques.

Qualifications We Prefer:

  • Experience with various testing equipment, standards, and methodologies to include manual and automated testing.
  • Ability to prepare complex and professional test plans, test procedures, and test reports in order to demonstrate compliance to system requirements.
  • Familiarity with Product and Quality Assurance principles and experienced in generation and disposition of product non-conformances.
  • Experience performing certification testing for various certification organizations (i.e. FAA, NASA, DoD).
  • Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry.

Essential Functions:

  • Ability to work on a computer for extended periods.
  • Ability to lift up to 25 lbs regularly.
  • Occasional travel may be required.
  • Ability to work in an office, lab, hangar, or offsite environment.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs., This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Benefits & conditions

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

About the company

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

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