Systems Test Engineer (Engineer Systems Test 3)

HII's Mission Technologies division•Albuquerque, NM

1d•$87,087 - $123,000•Onsite

About The Position

This opportunity resides with All-Domain Operations (ADO), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. All-Domain Operations comprises multi-domain operations, platforms and logistics, and intelligence operations. HII designs, develops, integrates and manages the sensors, systems and other assets necessary to support integrated ISR operations and accelerated decision-making. With data fusion and mission management capabilities for the Department of Defense, the combatant commands and the intelligence community, HII advances the mission around the globe. Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities: Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success. Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust. Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work. Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve. Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement. Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose. These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies. Who We Are HII-Mission Technologies seeks a Systems Test Engineer to support our work at Kirtland AFB, Albuquerque, New Mexico. HII-Mission Technologies is a crucial provider of quick response technology assessments with a seven-year contract to provide support to the Office of the Secretary of Defense. Our staff offers a broad range of engineering and technical services, including technology demonstrations and assessments, laboratory and field experiments, and integrated research and analyses. We are seeking additional qualified experts to join our technology assessment organization in support of the Department of Defense (DoD) Research, Development, Test, & Evaluation activities for one or more projects. The technology assessments involve the study and review of a technology/concept and the delivery of impartial assessment services to support time-sensitive programmatic decisions. Each assessment is customized to the unique requirements of the respective clients and span a wide array of domains and systems.

Requirements

5 years relevant experience with bachelor's in related field, or 3 years relevant experience with master's in related field or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience
Possess and maintain a Secret clearance
Demonstrated history of technical writing
Demonstrated experience with Space Fundamentals, Satellite Communications (SATCOM) and/or Electronic Warfare (EW) including application in operational, research, or technical environments
Strong self-motivation and self-starter with the ability to work with minimal supervision
Ability to review, produce, define, with the customer, the operational critical requirements, document, and then design a test that determines performance
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office software applications
Ability to work independently and with a team
Ability to work multiple projects, handle schedule changes and short suspense tasks
Experience in current and emerging defense technologies with a desire to learn new technology

Nice To Haves

Experience and strong understanding of Joint Military/Special Operations and sustainment
Demonstrated ability to rapidly understand new technology, resolve complex problems, overcome human and technical obstacles
Experience working with multi-level classified information systems in a secure office environment
Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
Demonstrated history of professional publications

Responsibilities

Develop and direct the preparation and execution of comprehensive test plans, procedures, and schedules for conducting systems tests and analyze results against specifications, requirements, and operational needs, and identify technical, schedule, and cost constraints
Ensure test adequacy by developing test methodologies, scenarios, and data collection plans
Perform technical analysis of complete systems and prepare comprehensive system level evaluations
Assess commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) and Government-off-the-shelf (GOTS) equipment specifications for use in operational environments
Analyze, evaluate, and document test data and results
Produce test reports in accordance with established organizational standards
Present results to senior leaders for decisions to enhance operational missions worldwide
Attend meetings and conduct interviews to develop and execute market studies
Lead a team or work as a data collector for another team when necessary to support assessments
Work independently and as part of a team
Support other analysts as needed to consolidate test results