Sr Specialist, Systems Integration & Test Engineer (UAV Propulsion)

L3Harris•Ashburn, VA

About The Position

The Agile Development Group (ADG) specializes in developing disruptive, next-generation technologies for advanced Unmanned Air Systems (UAS / UAV), advanced radar systems, next-generation weapon systems, and other RF sensor technologies. As the Systems Integration & Test Engineer, you will be responsible for maintenance, management, and care of propulsion test equipment and the execution of propulsion testing. You will act as the “Crew Chief” for an engine test platform, and liase with the UAS design team to define testing to assist in product verification and risk reduction activities. You will help define test scope, be responsible for updating the electromechanical design and instrumentation of test platform, manage documentation and configuration control, and support creation of test reports to communicate results. You will work alongside a small, multi-functional propulsion team to execute testing. Primary efforts will be propulsion related, but scope of the role also includes integration, testing, and troubleshooting of full UAS design.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience or a Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
Active DoD Secret security clearance
System level design experience in which the applicant has been involved in the design and integration of complex hardware/software systems, the definition of multiple interfaces and been involved in the trades of multiple solution options
Hands-on experience being involved in system integration, engineering testing, and system performance characterization
Basic electrical engineering skills, including soldering, cable builds, etc

Nice To Haves

Exposure to/experience with engine or fuel system testing
Strong knowledge of jet engine design, fuel system design, incompressible fluids modeling
A&P License or experience as mechanic
Experience with and an understanding of aerospace systems, especially in the development of integrated hardware/software products
Experience with prototyping and bench testing of components and subsystems
Experience leading a small team to complete assigned program tasking
Experience in using data acquisition systems, such as NIDAQ
Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering
Experience with Matlab, Simulink, LabView
Experience in unmanned aircraft or guided weapon systems
Experience in deriving requirements from customer objectives and concepts of operations
Excellent people skills to include collaborating in a multi-disciplinary, diverse, and dynamic team environment
Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, & presentation)
Experience using Microsoft Office products

Responsibilities

Hands-on lead for small verification test efforts including lab, chamber, ground and flight test with support from engineering
Coordinate with team to create test plans: define unit under test, setup test equipment, identify and install sensors, utilize data acquisition systems, write test procedures, identify entry/exit criteria, host Test Readiness Reviews
Execute system integration and engineering test efforts
Support hands-on troubleshooting and RCCA efforts
Own documentation for propulsion test platform
Perform trade studies on a variety of systems and components
Obtain and maintain any additional clearances as required
Lifting up to 20 lbs
10% travel may be required
Other duties as required