Test Engineer Security Clearance

Position: Test Engineer with Security Clearance
ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team and discover why we are a top veteran employer and Certified Great Place to Work™ ASRC Federal Advanced Research LLC (AFAR) is seeking an experienced and versatile Test Engineer to join our Voice Communication System (VCS) team that supports the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in Columbia, MD or at the William J.

Hughes Technical Center for Advanced Aerospace in Egg Harbor Twp, NJ . The ideal candidate will have a strong background in hardware and software system-level testing, a proven track record in testing Mission Critical and/or Air Traffic Management (ATM) systems, network infrastructure, and radio-telephone communications software and hardware elements. The candidate will conduct and provide support for informal testing, customer acceptance testing, and other Test related activities.

In addition, the candidate is expected to interface with customers and partners on a technical level, discuss system-level and site-specific requirements, and test plans. VCS is the FAA's effort to replace outdated analog Time Division Multiplexing (TDM) voice switches with modern, Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP)-enabled systems across Air Traffic Control (ATC) facilities nationwide. Citizenship/Permanent Residency Requirement All candidates must have the following to pass the Federal Background Investigation and obtain the FAA Public Trust security clearance.

* Be a US Citizen, have a US Green Card, or a Non-immigrant Work Authorization (VISA).
* Has resided in the US for three (3) consecutive years.
* The company is unable to sponsor candidates at this time.
* RealID Driver's License/ current US Passport. Relocation Requirement Candidate must reside or be willing to relocate within a commutable distance to Columbia, MD. Education & Experience Requirement All non-US Degrees must have a US Equivalency Certificate provided by the candidate.
* Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, Information System Electrical Engineering/Computer Science or in another technical field, such as Physics, Aerospace, Chemistry, or Mathematics.
* Experience with NAS facilities, systems, and equipment is highly desirable.
* Five (5) to Nine (9) years of related work experience (Hardware and Software test experience). Required Skills
* Knowledge/experience in:
* Hands-on test experience; preferably in Air Traffic Management, Radio Control Equipment, and/or VoIP systems.
* Bug-tracking systems (e.g., JIRA (preferred)) and Test Management Systems (e.g., JAMA)
* Test Methodologies using Agile/Scrum software development processes and project life cycles.
* Developing internal and deliverable system-level test procedures, preferable for mission critical equipment within a production environment.
* Ability to:
* Work independently, as well as a team, in an agile environment.
* Research, troubleshoot and problem solve quickly.
* Communicate effectively through verbal and written communication with high organization.
* Write clear and concise test plans and procedures based on system requirements and clearly document defects. Preferred Skills
* Knowledge/experience in:
* Digital and analog telecommunications including VoIP and radio systems.
* Telecommunications systems and related technologies (e.g., VoIP, T1, ISDN, POTS, and TDM).
* Industry standard test tools and equipment (e.g. Oscilloscope, Transmission Impairment Measurement Set (TIMS), Multimeter, Viavi T-BERD, Sage Multi-Channel Test Instrument).
* Commercial performance, simulation, and analysis testing tools (e.g., VOTER, GL Comm TDM Solutions, etc.).
* Network analysis tools (e.g., Wireshark (preferred), Ethereal).
* Familiarity with:
* Industry standards (e.g. ED-137, MIL-STD-461G, FCC 47 Part B, FAA-G-2100H, FAA Next Gen, DO-278A).
* Linux operating systems and basic IP network skills. Essential Daily

Job Duties
* Design, develop, and execute test procedures for both hardware and software components.
* Demonstrate a strong understanding…