Principal System Integration & Test Engineer (PE/CAM)

Cubic•San Diego, CA

About The Position

This position is for a Principal System Integration & Test Engineer (PE/CAM) within the Cubic Defense business unit. The role involves leading and performing system-level testing for communications projects, adhering to contractual requirements, military standards (MIL-STDs), and Data Item Descriptions (DIDs). The position typically requires independent work with results reviewed under general supervision, and incumbents will exercise significant decision-making authority. The engineer will be responsible for the integration and testing of multiple communications projects.

Requirements

Four-year college degree in an Engineering or Scientific Discipline plus eight years related experience, or an applicable Master’s degree with six years related experience
Experience must be directly related to the planning and performance of system level testing
Experience must include performing test activities without requiring direct supervision
Experience with configuration and test of IP based networks is required
Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Office applications
Must communicate effectively, both verbally and in written form
Able to prioritize, complete multiple tasks and work under deadlines
Demonstrate people-oriented practices
Must have strong presentation and organizational skills
Ability to keep detailed records of work in a database or spreadsheet
Must have an active DOD security clearance

Nice To Haves

DOD and communications-related systems test experience preferred
AS9100, SEI CMMI, and/or Lean/Agile development knowledge and experience preferred
Experience with RF testing is a plus

Responsibilities

Lead Integration & Test projects as a Project Engineer/Cost Account Manager
Solve problems in communications systems
Track hours, schedule, & budget on Integration & Test Projects
Read and understand contractual and derived requirements and follow MIL-STDs and DIDs
Establish test requirements and associated methods including the determination of the appropriate equipment
Generate required test plans, detailed procedures, and reports collaborating with functional engineering disciplines
Ensure that test procedures fully and efficiently verify contractual requirements and devices under test meet quality and workmanship standards
Present test plans and status, both internally and at formal contractual reviews
Track progress and generate test related metrics
Collaborate with systems engineering in planning systems integration activities
Perform integration level testing consistent with the integration plan/approach
Interface with other engineering and manufacturing personnel and customers to aid in planning and execution of test-related efforts
Communicate test observations and circumstances to the design engineering staff to aid in the resolution of said observations
Plan, prepare for, and conduct Test Readiness Reviews (as required) to report system readiness for test
Evaluate when a contractual requirement is testable, or must be covered by some other method, such as analysis or certification
Conduct tests at off-site labs when onsite facilities are not sufficient or available
Conduct System Acceptance Tests at Customer Facilities
Provide Bases of Estimates (BOE)s and text for test activities in support of proposal efforts