Test Engineer

ASEC • Patuxent River, MD

5d • $130,000 - $150,000 • Onsite

About The Position

As the Test Engineer, you will support work within NAVAIR's Persistent Maritime Unmanned Aircraft Systems Program Office (PMA-262). This description outlines the general nature and scope of the role. Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM-related field.
• Operational experience as an MPRA TACCO/SEVAL during deployments.
• Ability to build positive, collaborative relationships across teams and with external partners.
• Effective communicator with strong verbal and written skills.
• Proactive, self-directed work style with the ability to operate independently.
• Analytical thinker with proven problem-solving capabilities.
• Highly organized, with the ability to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• This position requires U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Secret clearance.
• Selected candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with NAVAIR test environments.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the execution of VX-20 developmental test (DT) events, ensuring accurate and effective implementation of test cases.
• Developing detailed System Level III test cases and vignettes covering the full range of Triton capabilities.
• Conducting hands-on System Level III testing within the Mission Development Lab (MDL) and Tactical Systems Integration Lab (TSIL).
• Collaborating with team members to support the creation of System Level I and II tests.
• Assisting the Integration Lead by performing regression testing and maintaining system integrity throughout updates.
• Planning and executing Software Test Report (STR) validation and verification events to support the STR Board (STRB) process.
• Reviewing and contributing to NATOPS documentation, including checklists, warnings/cautions/notes, and supplementary materials.
• Provide feedback on training content to ensure accuracy and operational relevance.

Benefits

• 100% employee-owned company
• Comprehensive benefits package , including 11 paid holidays, medical/dental/vision coverage, HSA/FSA options, disability insurance, and more!
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate education
• Veteran-friendly employer
• Thriving employee culture

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees