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# Test & Evaluation Systems Engineer

- **Company:** The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory LLC
- **Location:** North Laurel, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $245,000.0
- **Contract:** Contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Verification and Validation (Software), Test Data, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/career/18594445/Test-Evaluation-Systems-Engineer-Maryland-Laurel

## About the Role

* Have a BS degree in systems engineering, computer science, engineering, mathematics, or other related technical degree.
 * Have at least 3 years of professional experience in systems engineering, with a focus on test and evaluation.
 * Possess the knowledge of the full lifecycle systems engineering processes
 * Possess strong speaking and writing skills.
 * Are able to organize tasks, collaborate with others and coordinate your work across multiple concurrent projects.
 * Are willing and able to travel periodically, including visits to sponsor offices, supporting contractor sites and test facilities.
 * Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

 * An MS in systems engineering or a closely related field.
 * A Systems Engineering Professional (SEP) certification from the International Council of Systems Engineers (INCOSE) or related credential
 * Have demonstrated experience developing test plans and executing test events.
 * Have demonstrated experience analyzing test results, identifying anomalies and determining root causes.
 * Have experience in test planning and information dashboard tools
 * Have experience with DHS systems and homeland critical infrastructure

## Description

Are you interested in taking ground-breaking concepts and turning them into ambitious new capabilities that solve the most vexing integrated defense problems of our nation?, * Lead and participate in live test events at various facilities, contractor sites, and field locations to evaluate system capabilities.

 * Design and author comprehensive test plans, procedures, and requirements to validate system performance against technical specifications.
 * Analyze complex test data to identify system anomalies, perform root cause analysis, and provide technical recommendations for resolution.
 * Support the full systems engineering lifecycle by ensuring rigorous Verification and Validation (V&V) activities are integrated into every stage of development.