Secret Cleared AEGIS Test Engineer
Listed on 2026-09-03
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Test Engineer
AEGIS Test Engineer
Required Skills & Experience
• Must possess an active Secret clearance. Essential
Qualifications:
• Strong understanding of how Tactical Data Links and Ballistic Missile Defense systems work.
• Hands-on experience with AEGIS systems, CEC, and related Tactical Data Links is highly preferred.
• Ability to manage the entire test execution lifecycle, including international coalition coordination.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, review, and oversee test plans, procedures, and reports.
• Strong organizational skills for collecting and managing Test Requirement Forms (TRFs) from MTMD-F working groups.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills to brief leadership and collaborate with multinational partners.
Job Description:
Seeking a skilled AEGIS Test Engineer with expertise in Tactical Data Links and experience in Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD). A strong understanding of the Cooperative Engagement Capability (CEC) is a significant advantage. The ideal candidate will have expertise in managing an AEGIS test environment and working with multi-national coalition Test Planning & Execution (TP&E) partners to develop test plans and procedures.
They must also demonstrate the ability to present detailed test plans and outcomes to leadership.
Key Responsibilities:
• Missile/Defense Systems: o Expertise in relevant systems, including Aegis Weapon System (BL3.6, BL4, BL5, BL7.2, BL8/9, BL10), AN/SPY-1/AN/SPY-6 radars, CEC, THAAD, Aegis Ashore, Patriot, SSDS, JTT, and more.
• Tactical Data Links (TDL) & Networks: o Familiarity with tactical links such as Link 16, Link 22, Link 11, SAT Link 16, JREAP, CDLMS, and TDL architectures.
• Testing & Evaluation (T&E): o Hands-on experience with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) simulation, live missile firing events, and Test Planning & Execution operations.
• Extensive coordination with coalition partner nations.
Phase 1:
Program Initiation & Governance
• Lead coalition kickoff meetings to review agendas, lessons learned, and planning sessions.
• Manage Test Requirement Forms (TRFs) and consolidate a Master Requirement Document.
• Lead weekly international TP&E working group meetings to track TRF progression and schedule updates. Phase 2:
Planning, Documentation & Readiness Reviews
• Define, review, and manage test plans and procedures (~25-30 of each).
• Direct Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs) to validate archived data and prepare for execution pipelines.
• Prepare weekly execution schedules with full configuration and readiness reviews. Phase 3:
Test Run Execution & Coordination
• Oversee multi-unit and single-unit scenario testing with an emphasis on throughput and efficiency.
• Validate test runs through multiple repetitions for high-fidelity data output.
• Manage test readiness audits, troubleshoot, and resolve system limitations. Phase 4:
Post-Test Analysis & Risk Management
• Provide test progress and Comprehensive Event Reviews to stakeholders.
• Monitor and update the Formal Run Matrix (100–150 test cases) for accuracy and completeness.
• Identify risks, evaluate system failures, and develop mitigation strategies. This job requires prior experience in AEGIS defense systems-testing, BMD, and the ability to work effectively in a multi-faceted operational test environment. Candidates with prior TP&E experience and extensive expertise in AEGIS-specific applications and coalition efforts will be highly valued.
Compensation: $60-70/hour
Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.
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