Test and Evaluation Engineer

TRISTAR INC•Crane, IN

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Test and Evaluation Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and validation of complex systems through rigorous testing and analysis. If you are passionate about ensuring system performance and quality, we encourage you to apply. TRISTAR is an SBA certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned professional services company supporting the U.S. Department of Defense programs. Our core competencies include Electronic Warfare, Enterprise Management, Full Spectrum Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Digital Transformation, Software Engineering and Development, Maritime Modernization and Engineering, and Technical Solutions. TRISTAR was founded in March 1995 and has built an an employee-focused collaborative environment which enables our team of professionals to create and deliver customized solutions to meet our customers’ mission critical challenges. TRISTAR’s core capabilities support customers with end-to-end solutions. For over 30 years, TRISTAR has demonstrated and perfected our ability to successfully manage any task, small or large no matter how difficult or complex. TRISTAR is proud to serve the Department of Defense and other Federal Agencies.

Requirements

Experience supporting DoD or federal programs.
Exposure to DT/OT environments.
Familiarity with TEMP or similar test documentation.
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace) or related field.
3–7 years of relevant experience in test and evaluation, systems engineering, or related discipline.
Familiarity with test execution and documentation practices.
Basic experience with data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, MATLAB, Python).
Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute test procedures, cases, and plans under established guidance.
Support Developmental Test (DT) activities, including lab, integration, and limited field testing.
Assist in defining and applying Measures of Effectiveness (MOEs) and Measures of Performance (MOPs).
Perform data collection and basic analysis to assess system functionality and performance.
Document test results, discrepancies, and observations in support of engineering and program teams.
Support requirements verification and traceability activities.
Assist in test event planning and coordination, including setup and execution support.
Collaborate with systems engineering, software, and integration teams to support test readiness.
Prepare technical documentation and reports.
Ensure adherence to test procedures, safety requirements, and configuration control processes.