ARTC - Entry Level Test Engineer

ARTC - Entry Level Test Engineer

Job Code: 2026:
Location: Delta Junction, AK Status: Full Time (FT/PT)
Business Sector: Test Range Operations

Plans, designs, coordinates, executes, monitors, evaluates, and generates reports for state‑of‑the‑art military equipment that requires close adherence to established test procedures and/or development of new procedures. The Arctic Region Test Center (ARTC) handles a range of system and sensor testing activities like precision navigation, unmanned aerial systems, parachute systems, precision guided airdrop systems, surveillance, reconnaissance systems, electronic warfare, counter improvised explosive devices (IED), interoperability and electromagnetic compatibility to name a few.

ARTC testing also includes a wide range of wheeled and tracked combat vehicles with either mounted direct or indirect fire weapon systems. Automotive vehicles include a variety of wheeled vehicle types and may also include logistics, material handling equipment and route clearing equipment. Direct fire weapon systems include associated munitions and targeting systems. In addition to the systems, sensors and vehicle testing, munitions & weapons testing is performed on indirect fire weapons systems, large caliber munitions, guided projectiles, lot acceptance, insensitive munitions and stockpile.

Another area of support is mines, count ermines, demolition systems, mine performance, detection and neutralization, as well as smart and networked munitions. Assigned tests are usually feasibility, engineering design, development or product validation tests. Other assignments may include independent responsibility for a project having the characteristics described above or may serve as a project engineer on a major, complex system that is part of a high visibility, high-cost program for which a team leader has overall responsibility.

Performs other duties as required to complete the assigned mission.

DOE

• Must have a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited college or university.

• Must earn a Test Officer Certification within 1 year of hire.
• Must have comprehensive knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office – including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Must have demonstrated experience as highly motivated; self-directed; able to set priorities and meet deadlines; able to follow through on complex projects; and strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to provide leadership to subordinate employees when necessary.
• Must have interest in learning and developing in the field of test and evaluation of military equipment and systems.
• Must develop ability to manage complex test projects and programs including customer interface, planning, cost estimating, execution, data analysis and reporting.
• Must have comprehensive knowledge of MATALB, Python, JMP or other numerical analysis software.
• Must have the ability to multi-task in a stressful, fast-paced work environment, be highly organized and possess the willingness to adapt to any situation.

• Must pass a pre-employment physical, drug screening and periodic re-screenings.
• Must be able to work long and varied hours.
• Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for work tasks assigned.
• Must be capable of frequent bending, squatting, crouching, kneeling, standing, climbing and stooping, sometimes for long periods.
• Must be able to ascend and descend equipment.
• Must be able to visually distinguish colors.
• Must be capable of lifting and transporting 35 lbs. unassisted over uneven ground for 50 feet.
• Must be capable of working in extreme weather conditions including summer temperatures peaking around 120 degrees Fahrenheit.

• Must be able to work all shifts, weekends, holidays and overtime as needed – sometimes on short notice – to support test missions.
• Must be able to travel for off-site duties up to 10% of time.
• Must have dependable transportation and a dependable means of communication.
• Must be punctual, responsible, reliable, trustworthy and…