System Test Engineer II

Overview

Summary
The System Test Engineer II develops and executes System Test Plans for small, unmanned air vehicles and missiles and their associated subsystems. Testing encompasses simulator, ground and flight tests and includes logging and analyzing data and documenting test results.

• Support developmental test and evaluation of sub-system, model-scale, and full scale testing. Assist the Flight Test Director during flight tests
• Determine and communicate subsystem, system and flight test objectives. Develop test cards to verify that those objectives are met
• Review System Requirement documents to help ensure requirements are concise and testable
• Participate in test and flight readiness reviews, test briefs, and post-test debriefs
• Ensure test assets are prepared to support testing, including proper configuration of product hardware and software, writing test cards and procedures, and maintaining test equipment
• Process and analyze test data to determine test results. Analyze large test data sets using software tools (MATLAB or Excel)
• Capture test activities, fill in test data sheets, and transfer telemetry files to the network. Enter test failures or anomalies in an issue tracking system database. Summarize test activities and results in reports
• Determine regression test requirements based on specific sub-system modifications. Develop ad-hoc tests to troubleshoot test failures
• Responsible for estimating time required to conduct testing and completing assigned tasks within project schedule
• Work with outside test labs and assist technicians during testing when required
• Receives general instructions on routine work and more detailed instructions on new projects. Works within specific requirements to complete tasks under moderate supervision
• Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors
• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. Contributes to meeting project cost and schedule
• Applies company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues. Typically performs multiple tasks on one project. Completes tasks within schedule and budget
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's degree in related discipline (Software, Systems, Electrical, Mechanical or Aerospace) is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Minimum of 2 - 5 years' experience in related industry or projects that include conducting system or flight tests
• Experience with scripting and programming languages to automate testing is a plus
• Experience as a pilot or aircrew member would be beneficial
• Position requires 10-30% travel within the Continental U.S.

• A relevant MS or PhD graduate in related discipline is preferred
• Work with product development engineers to derive test requirements based on product specifications and modifications
• Has willingness to learn and expand technical understanding of wind tunnel test techniques and measurement systems
• Is effective in conversing technically with experts in the fields of test instrumentation and data acquisition
• Skilled at documenting test plans, procedures, and reports; verbally directing UAV Operators and Observers during flight tests; capturing system test requirements; recording test failures and reporting test results
• Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
• Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
• Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
• Demonstrates effective problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal and strong communication skills
• Focused on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one s own interests
• Demonstrates ability to work well with others across disciplines

• Ability to work in an office and manufacturing environment (Occasional)
• Able to frequently work outdoors in extreme weather conditions (hot and cold temperatures) and occasionally at night;
  Able to traverse across uneven ground and varying terrain (Frequent)
• Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)
• Able to lift, carry and/or move objects of varying sizes and shapes up to 50 lbs. (Frequent);
  Required to carry and set up equipment at test site locations (Frequent)
• Able to demonstrate good manual dexterity to assemble and disassemble product (Frequent)
• Able to repeatedly throw objects up to 16 lbs. over shoulder (Frequent)
• Able to maintain visual line of sight of unmanned air vehicles up to 1 kilometer away (Frequent)

The salary range for this role is: $69,259 - $98,175

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