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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr Test Engineer - Test Integrator with Security Clearance - **Company:** Sierra Nevada Corporation. - **Location:** Dayton, OH, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Automation of Tests, Requirements Management, Software Requirements Analysis, System Testing, Systems Integration, Test Execution Engine, Test Scripts, MIL-STD-810 Environmental Testing - **Published:** November 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.com/details/5948573682 ## About the Role * Capture and maintain program lessons learned through test-specific hot wash sessions and updates to the Lessons Learned Log. Qualifications You Must Have: * Bachelor's of Science in Engineering or related field. * 10+ years of experience in test engineering or a related role. * Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience. * Expert understanding of test and evaluation principles and methodologies. * Thorough understanding of engineering principles and practices. * Experience leading multi-disciplinary design and development teams. * Advanced Knowledge of requirements management, system design, and systems integration. * Demonstrated experience 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: * Previous leadership roles within a testing environment. * Direct usage of various testing equipment, standards, and methodologies to include manual and automated testing. * Experience authoring 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). * Ability to read schematics, use service manuals, follow test procedures, and use logical trouble shooting techniques. * Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry. * Experience conducting testing per MIL-STD-810, DO-160, or other similar industry methods and standards. * Knowledge of safety risk management, risk mitigations, and industry standards. * Experience with the sequence of test events accounts for safety risk management, including identifying potential risks and implementing mitigations, to conduct tests safely and effectively. Essential Functions: * Ability to work on a computer for extended periods. * Ability to lift up to 25 lbs regularly. * Occasional travel may be required. ## Description meaningful work to modernize and deliver the next-generation SAOC aircraft trusted by the President, Secretary of Defense and Chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to ensure continued critical command, control and communication during national emergencies. If you're passionate about building the airborne command post of the future, consider SNC for your next mission. Learn more about NC3 and SAOC here . 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 Senior Test Engineer, you will be responsible for leading the most complex and critical testing projects within the organization. You will develop sophisticated test plans, mentor junior engineers, and ensure the highest level of product performance and compliance with industry standards. 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. Responsibilities: * Lead and manage complex and high-stakes testing projects. * Plan, assign, and track test-related work to meet program schedules, coordinating inter-department support, unique test resources, and near-term outlooks with internal and external stakeholders. * Manage planning documentation workflows by coordinating approvals of latest reviewed versions. * Coordinate test planning activities including instrumentation requirements, installation efforts, pre-test briefings, and required review boards. * Serve as the primary point of contact for test execution, resolving scheduling issues and ensuring alignment across engineering, maintenance, and conformity teams. * Track and report test execution status, including aircraft instrumentation configuration, maintenance actions, conformity updates, and required post-flight data reviews. * Manage the reporting lifecycle, monitoring report development, review/signature progress, and releasing final reports.