Systems Integration and Test Engineer

STR • Woburn, MA

12h • Onsite

About The Position

STR is seeking a Systems Integration and Test (I&T) Engineer for its Woburn, Massachusetts office to support integration and testing of advanced multifunction RF systems. The role involves subsystem- and system-level integration and testing of software and/or hardware components, including building test sets and test software to verify system interfaces and functionality against requirements. The engineer will work with development teams and domain experts to test systems in a Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) environment and during field tests, and will contribute to system design packages. Hardware- and software-focused candidates are encouraged to apply. The position offers work with domain experts in sensors development, data analytics, and cybersecurity, with hands-on testing and fielding of novel defense systems. Travel is required to support off-site test activities.

STR develops advanced technology systems for defense, intelligence, and national security, with an emphasis on sustainable, reliable, cost-efficient capabilities designed around end-customer needs. The company considers solutions across their lifecycle, from conceptual design and development through deployment, and fosters a collaborative learning environment that recognizes team contributions.

Requirements

• Ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship is required by the U.S. Government.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in at least one of MATLAB, Python, or C++.
• Experience developing in Linux environments, including Ubuntu and RHEL.
• Experience performing subsystem- and system-level integration and testing of software and/or hardware components.
• Familiarity with automated test tools and techniques, and with writing and executing test plans and procedures.
• Familiarity with containerized software.
• Familiarity with Agile Systems Engineering tools such as Jira, Confluence, BitBucket, or GitLab.
• Ability to travel for off-site testing.

Nice To Haves

• Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance.
• Experience or familiarity with RF sensor systems integration.
• Expertise in one or more of the following: radar, electronic warfare, antenna apertures, sensor resource management, sea/air/space systems, large-scale platform test systems, cyber-physical systems, or open system architectures such as UCI, OMS, or COARPS.
• Proficiency in automated test tools and techniques.
• Proficiency in bash scripting.
• Familiarity with MBSE tools such as Cameo (MagicDraw), Sparx Enterprise Architect, or IBM Rational Rhapsody.
• Familiarity with developing software for predefined publish/subscribe messaging architectures or government open architectures such as Open Mission Systems.
• Experience with Agile development processes and associated tools.

Responsibilities

• Work with domain experts, development teams, and systems engineers to design and develop test software.
• Develop software scripts and procedures to verify performance of complex multifunction RF processing algorithms.
• Capture and communicate test results and metrics to development teams.
• Assist in preparing and delivering briefings and participate in technical reviews, including SRRs, PDRs, CDRs, TIMs, and TRRs.
• Perform subsystem- and system-level integration testing of firmware, software, and/or hardware components and assemblies.
• Perform data analysis and post-process test data using MATLAB, Python, or other software tools.
• Support system testing in SIL environments and during field tests.
• Travel to support off-site test activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level