Developmental Test Engineer - Strategic Communications with Security Clearance

Overview Developmental Test Engineer - Senior LOCATION: Patrick, SFB JOB STATUS: Full-time CLEARANCE: Secret TRAVEL: 15-20% (Surge up to 35%) Astrion has an exciting new opportunity for an SE-4 Developmental Test Engineer located at Patrick, SFB in Patrick Space Force, Florida. Supporting the S urvivable Air Operations Center (SAOC) Developmental Test Engineers for the 96 Cyberspace Test Group. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS * Master's degree in a STEM field and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience. Additional experience may be substituted for education. * Must have an active US Secret security clearance; able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI. * U.S. Citizenship. * Relevant experience must be in support of DOD NC3 systems (preferably with E-4B, NAOC or E-6B Mercury weapons systems). * Systems engineering or operational experience that includes a fundamental knowledge of how NC3 platforms plan and execute operations. * Proven ability to conduct data analysis and apply knowledge of engineering technologies across a wide variety of test activities. * Exceptional written and oral presentation skills; including experience presenting technical briefings to senior leaders for internal and external customers. * Must be willing to periodically travel to contractor EMD sites/labs as required; during active DT&E at EMD sites/labs, travel could surge to 35%. * Ability to participate in SAOC flight testing; will include requirement to obtain a Class-III flight physical and Physiological Training (if not previously obtained). PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS * An active Top-Secret clearance is highly desired. * A working knowledge and experience with advanced communications systems spanning ground, air, and space operational domains; AEHF experience is highly preferred. * Recent experience with one or more of the following: E-4B/NAOC Mission Systems (Technical Control, DSSII-A, SLCS, Comm/Data Operator, SHF Operator, LF/VLF Operator, Battle Staff) * E-6B/TACAMO Mission Systems (Airborne Communications Technician, Communications Office, Battle Staff) * SATCOM Operations * An understanding of developmental test and evaluation processes, specifically, acquisition program development and detailed knowledge of Air Force C2 test methodologies including DODI_DAFI 99-103 is highly desirable. * CCNA and/or Network/Security+ certifications is a plus. RESPONSIBILITIES * Perform as member of the SAOC DT&E team charged with executing developmental testing on the Air Force's newest NC3 platform. * Apply systems-engineering expertise and NC3 experience to develop rigorous test and evaluations strategies for the SAOC Missions Systems to ensure systems requirements are met. * Translate weapon systems requirements into comprehensive test strategies with a focus on evaluating functionality and compliance with military specifications. * Review and compare test data for correctness relative to systems requirements and prepare deficiency reports for formal disposition and possible fixes by the prime contractor. * Interact with multi-disciplined engineering and test communities to develop strategies for testing SAOC mission systems and validating design methodologies. * Prepare and report technical test results to ETO leadership, SAOC Program Management personnel and Integrated Test Team (ITT) members as appropriate. * Complete training as required by the company and government customer. #Air Force Cyber Division #CJ #LI-BT2 #floridajobs #CTG Air Force