Verification & Validation Senior Test Engineer
About The Position
Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Verification & Validation Senior Test Engineer to support The Mobile User Objective System (MUOS), which is a Narrowband Satellite Communications System that supports a worldwide, Multi-Service population of mobile and fixed-site terminal users. It surpasses the capability of the Ultra-High Frequency (UHF) Follow-On (UFO) SATCOM system by providing reliable service to small, disadvantaged, and mobile terminals. As the Lead System Integrator (LSI), NX is responsible for the overall systems integration in accordance with the CMPS requirements. As such, NX formed the Verification and Validation (V&V) team to oversee developmental and integration test efforts for the SLE satellites acquisition and Ground updates.
Requirements
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in Test & Evaluation of DoW communication systems.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in system engineering specifically involving satellite communication systems.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in system integration in the lab and operational environments.
- Strong understanding of satellite communications systems and technologies.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Candidate must have an active SECRET clearance as a condition of employment.
- U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with MUOS or similar satellite constellations is preferred.
- Experience in a leadership role within a complex engineering or technology organization.
- Knowledge of technical services in support of government acquisition.
- Experience with systems modeling and simulation tools (e.g. SYSML).
- Familiarity with IBM engineering requirements management Dynamic Object-Oriented Requirements System (DOORS).
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement test strategies, plans, and procedures based on system requirements.
- Evaluate verification testing to ensure the unit and/or system is built to specifications.
- Evaluate validation testing to confirm the unit and/or system meets user needs and intended use cases.
- Support the planning, execution, and documentation of MUOS ground and SLE space demonstrations/test events.
- Identify, track, and report defects/deficiencies, working with Government Program Office personnel and Prime Contractors/vendors to resolve issues.
- Maintain detailed test documentation, including test plans, procedures, and reports.
- Review Prime Contractor/vendor-submitted data items, provide comments, and recommend acceptance or rejection.
- Report status and outcomes of test activities to the Government V&V Lead, Chief Engineer, and program leadership.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers or vendors, and system engineers.
- Provide input on risk assessments and recommend improvements based on test findings.
- Provide V&V inputs to assist with development and updates to the program Integrated Master Schedule and Government cost estimates.
Benefits
- full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
