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# Test Engineer, CCM

- **Company:** The Tatitlek Corporation
- **Location:** Las Cruces, NM, United States
- **Salary:** $135,200.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, C++ (Programming Language), Hardware Design, Python (Programming Language), LabVIEW, MATLAB, Software Tools, Systems Integration, Test Data
- **Published:** October 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/28733959-4090-47b2-9ecb-905a57e48fdf

## About the Role

* Must possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering; Electrical, Computer, Physics, etc.
 * Familiarity with MATLAB, Python, LabVIEW, C/C++, or similar engineering software tools.
 * Experience operating in a test and evaluation, research and development, and/or Govt contractor environment.
 * Must be eligible to obtain and/or maintain a DoD Top Secret security clearance.
 * Must have a valid drivers license and/or real ID.
 * Must be willing to travel approximately 40%, as needed to support test events.
 * Must be located near/based out of White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico.

TECHNICAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

 * Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
 * Self-motivated and ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
 * Strong written and verbal communication skills.
 * Hands-on experience with instrumentation, laboratory equipment, field testing, or system integration.
 * Prior experience troubleshooting and repairing technical equipment in operational environments.
 * Hands-on hardware integration and troubleshooting Outdoor and field-test operations.
 * Proven experience working in a professional manufacturing or test environment.
 * Ability to quickly adapt and adjust to situations commonly found in test environments.
 * Proficiency with logistics and travel, experience in a DoD setting preferred.
 * Skilled in maintaining detailed logs and reports.
 * Excellent communication skills-verbal, written, and interpersonal.
 * Ability to follow procedures while working independently.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

 * Ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.
 * Occasionally lift/move up to 25 lbs.
 * Must possess good vision and hearing capabilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

 * Work performed in outdoor airfield and/or test range settings.
 * May experience exposure to varying noise and weather conditions.
 * Ability to work shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS:

As a condition of employment, must pass a pre-employment drug screening, as well as have acceptable reference and background check results.

## Description

As a Test Engineer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the integrity of sensitive test events for the Center for Countermeasures (CCM). You will serve as a technical contributor in the research, development, analysis, testing, and evaluation of electro-optical (EO), infrared (IR), directed energy weapons, counter UAS, AI/ML, and countermeasure/counter-countermeasure technologies associated with advanced weapon systems and defense applications. You will participate in laboratory, ground, captive-flight, and live-field test activities involving military or foreign weapon systems, sensors, and electronic warfare technologies. This is a full-time position based at White Sands Missile Range with 40% travel to various locations throughout the US for test events., * Hands-on, mission-oriented individual capable of working in both office/lab settings and field test environments.

 * Support the analysis, development, testing, and evaluation of advanced weapon systems.
 * Assist in determining the susceptibility, vulnerability, and operational effectiveness of weapon and sensor systems in countermeasure environments.
 * Support or lead test planning activities, including development of test procedures, instrumentation setup, data collection methodologies, and post-test analysis.
 * Operate, troubleshoot, repair, modify, and integrate laboratory and field-test equipment associated with US systems and related technologies.
 * Analyze test data and prepare technical reports, presentations, and briefings documenting findings, system performance, and recommended corrective actions or design improvements.
 * Collaborate with engineers, scientists, military personnel, contractors, and government agencies to support ongoing programs and technical initiatives.
 * Assist in the development and evaluation of innovative concepts, techniques, devices, and supporting technologies to evaluate system performance.
 * Participate in technical meetings, design reviews, conferences, and customer briefings related to defense technologies and mission support activities.
 * Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior personnel and technicians as experience level increases.
 * Maintain compliance with applicable safety, security, and operational procedures during laboratory and field activities.
 * Independently performs technical assignments and lead small projects or test teams.