Minuteman III Sustainment SRM Static Test Engineer

Canvas Inc.

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Canvas is seeking a part-time Senior Static Test Expert. This position supports the Air Force with sustainment testing of the Minuteman III (MMIII) Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM). As a sustainment Test Engineer, you will plan, execute, analyze, and report test activities to evaluate weapon system performance. Area of responsibility will include the sustainment efforts for the MM III stage 1 motor aging surveillance, specifically with regard to instrumentation and data quality. Duties:

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree or a Master's Degree in an engineering field. Experience may be substituted for education with customer approval.
A minimum of 10 years of work experience with solid rocket motor static testing.
Experience with DoD weapon systems, acquisition lifecycle, and sustainment testing as it relates to systems engineering.
Experience with rocket motor test stand setup, instrumentation, and firing.
Experience with interfacing with range control personnel to ensure safety during rocket motor firings.
Experience with specification requirement verification, including functional, performance and interface testing.
Experience with selecting instrumentation to collect test data.
Ability to prioritize work to balance multiple projects and deadlines.
Utilize resources effectively to accomplish work, including ability to work effectively alone and within a group.
Personal and organizational interactions exhibit and foster cooperation and teamwork, enhance customer relations, and actively promote rapport with customers.
Verbal and written communications are clear, concise, and appropriate for the audience.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree or a Master's Degree in an engineering field.
15 years of relevant work experience (static test subject matter expert) with a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Field.
Experience working with DoD organizations, test organizations, and defense contractors.
Experience working in a secured facility handling classified information.
Familiarity with development and fielding of ICBM weapon systems.
Systems engineering experience on a major defense acquisition program, including understanding methodologies and best practices.
Must be willing to travel up to 10% of time.

Responsibilities

Advise and assist Air Force ICBM Programs on static test instrumentation and data quality issues
Develop comprehensive test plans and procedures based on system requirement specifications.
Identify and define test resources, equipment, and instrumentation required for testing.
Coordinate with external stakeholders (prime contractors, facilities, government entities, etc.) for test planning and execution.
Brief government leadership on test plan methodology and associated test and safety risks.
Oversee test execution and data collection activities.
Analyze test data in accordance with a developed data analysis plan to evaluate performance against system requirements.
Document system deficiencies and determine root cause analysis.
Prepare test reports summarizing test results, conclusions, and recommendations regarding system performance.
Prepare test assessments and present findings to technical stakeholders and programmatic decision makers in the form of briefings and reports.
Identify opportunities to improve test processes, procedures, and methodologies.
Adhere to all regulations and company policies related to safety, security, and compliance.