Test and Evaluation (T&E) Engineer

Applied Research Solutions•Bath Township, OH

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Applied Research Solutions is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Test and Evaluation (T&E) Engineer to join our mission-focused COMPASE program team. In this role, you will be at the forefront of ensuring our critical systems meet rigorous performance standards and are ready for operational deployment. You will apply your engineering expertise in a dynamic, classified environment, working hands-on with the systems and tools that support national security. This is a unique opportunity to make a direct and tangible impact on a high-priority government initiative. If you are a dedicated engineer who thrives on technical challenges and is passionate about supporting critical government missions, I encourage you to apply. We are building a team of experts, and your contributions will be vital to our success.

Requirements

US. Citizenship required.
Must possess TS/SCI Clearance
A Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree from an accredited institution in a relevant engineering field (e.g., Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering) or Computer Science.
A minimum of 5 years of experience in a systems engineering or test and evaluation role supporting DoD or Intelligence Community programs.
Demonstrated, recent experience "living on the high side," with deep familiarity and proficiency as a user on the JWICS network and its associated tools.
Proven experience with Python for scripting, automation, or data analysis.

Nice To Haves

A Master of Science (M.S.) degree in a relevant engineering or technical discipline.
Deep knowledge of formal test and evaluation methodologies, including Design of Experiments (DOE) and statistical analysis.
Experience with modeling and simulation (M&S) tools, database management, and other programming languages (e.g., C++, Java).

Responsibilities

Designing, developing, and executing comprehensive test plans, test cases, and procedures to verify system requirements and performance.
Conducting developmental (DT), operational (OT), and regression testing in both lab and simulated operational environments.
Analyzing complex test data to identify, document, and report system deficiencies, software bugs, and performance shortfalls.
Developing and maintaining Python scripts to automate test execution, parse large data sets, and create custom analysis tools.
Performing daily duties and conducting all testing activities within TS/SCI facilities, operating extensively on the Joint Worldwide Intelligence Communications System (JWICS) network.
Collaborating closely with systems engineers, software developers, and government stakeholders to understand requirements and communicate test results.
Providing subject matter expertise on system functionality, test methodologies, and risk assessment to program leadership.
Managing and maintaining the readiness of the test infrastructure and assets within our classified lab spaces.
Other duties as assigned.