Space Force - Advanced Test Engineer - Secret

As the Advanced Space Force Test Engineer, you’ll be responsible for planning, integrating, verifying, and testing complex software and system solutions supporting advanced space and satellite operations programs. Working as part of the Development Integration Test (DIT) Team, you will develop and execute test strategies, create test plans and procedures, support software integration efforts, troubleshoot technical issues, and develop automated testing solutions. You will contribute throughout the engineering development lifecycle, helping ensure system performance, reliability, and mission readiness. This role also involves supporting technical planning activities, preparing diagnostic programs, evaluating new systems and products, and collaborating closely with engineering teams operating in classified and mission-critical environments.

The ideal candidate brings strong experience in system integration, software testing, Linux environments, and satellite ground operations. This position supports highly visible space programs and provides the opportunity to work alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams developing next-generation mission capabilities., Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Mathematics, or related field plus 5+ years of relevant experience; or Master’s degree plus 3+ years of relevant experience Schedule: Hybrid/Flex (minimum four days on-site) or fully on-site Clearance Requirement: Active DoD Secret Security Clearance required at time of hire; U.S. Citizenship required, * Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Mathematics, or related technical field (or equivalent experience), plus 5+ years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree plus 3+ years of relevant experience

• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance
• U.S. Citizenship
• Experience with system integration and verification activities
• Experience developing test plans and test procedure documentation
• Experience with software integration
• Ability to analyze, decompose, and validate system requirements
• Experience executing tests and troubleshooting system-level issues
• Experience developing test automation scripts
• Proficient knowledge of object-oriented programming
• Experience with system processes and scripting languages
• Ability to drive productivity and efficiency improvements through technical solutions

What Sets You Apart

• 15+ years of software integration experience
• 5+ years supporting satellite operations and ground operations systems
• 10+ years of recent Linux experience
• Experience supporting ground-system testing environments
• Strong understanding of advanced test engineering methodologies
• Experience working within complex aerospace, defense, or space systems
• Ability to quickly learn and apply new technologies in evolving environments
• Strong collaboration and team-oriented approach
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development
• Experience leveraging AI technologies to improve testing, automation, or operational efficiency

Our client is a mission-critical DoD/Aerospace defense contractor developing solutions that lead, serve, and protect our nation. Our client develops strategic systems supporting defense, civil government, intelligence, and cyber missions worldwide.

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