Test & Evaluation Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Huntsville, AL

Clearance: Active Secret (with eligibility for Top Secret/SCI)

Position Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking highly motivated engineers with deep expertise in test and evaluation of air/missile defense digital and hardware-in-the-loop models and simulations to join our team. In this role, you will execute efforts for next-generation defense technologies that safeguard our nation. You'll collaborate closely with technical teams, government stakeholders, and leadership to ensure systems are rigorously tested, validated, and ready for mission success.

Responsibilities

Technical Expertise

• Demonstrate a robust familiarity with test and evaluation processes, planning, execution, tool development, and assessments.
• Demonstrated a technical understanding of radar system design and functionality , including but not limited to:
  • Antenna design
  • Signal processing
  • Search, acquisition, and track functionalities
  • Electronic protection (EP) and electronic attack (EA) techniques
  • Air defense platforms
  • Missile system integration

Test and Evaluation Environment

• Operates in a dynamic and evolving environment, requiring adaptability and rapid development of alternative solutions
• Responsibilities include:
  • Interpreting threat air defense system description reports to develop and organize:
    • Test requirements
    • Test procedures
    • Test metrics
    • Statistical analysis
  • Designing and overseeing test scenarios that stimulate desired radar behavior.
  • Collecting data using a hardware-in-the-loop model with equipment such as:
    • Oscilloscopes
    • Spectrum analyzers
    • Target/jammer emulators
    • Additional RF test equipment
  • Designing and maintaining Python-based analysis tools to generate publication-quality test results and visualizations.
  • Creating detailed test reports and supporting documentation.
  • Collaborating closely with model developers to:
    • Identify and resolve technical issues
    • Coordinate testing activities
    • Support test team needs

Team Collaboration

• Foster a collaborative team environment with a shared commitment to delivering a robust end product.

Customer Interaction

• Provide regular status updates to government customers and program leadership.
• Offer iterative feedback to align expectations and team goals.
• Recommend solutions to address test-related or schedule-related issues.
• Seek guidance when appropriate to ensure project alignment.

Position Requirements

Senior Level

• Master's degree + 12 years of relevant experience, OR
• Bachelor's degree + 17 years of relevant experience.
• A portion of experience must be within the last 2 years.

Mid Level

• Bachelor's degree + 8 years of relevant experience.
• A portion of experience must be within the last 2 years.

Additional Requirements

• Active Secret clearance required; must be eligible for Top Secret/SCI.
• Proven ability to communicate technical concepts effectively.
• Experience leading or collaborating within small technical teams.