Test Support Engineer - Logistics and Test Planning

Must hold a secret clearance, have 10+ years of experience



Test Support Engineer – Logistics and Test Planning

Job Location: Washington, DC
Travel Required: Yes – Remote, geographically dispersed, and ocean deployment sites
Overtime Required: As required by mission schedules
Position Type: Direct Placement

POSITION SUMMARY

Position: Test Support Engineer – Logistics and Test Planning
Status: Full-Time
Hours: Standard business hours with flexibility based on testing schedules
Location: Washington, DC
Reports To: Engineering/Program Management
Security Clearance:Final DoD-granted SECRET security clearance required
Hiring: Immediate

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:

Our client is seeking a Test Support Engineer to lead test planning, sensor deployment logistics, and technical support for future reentry events. This role combines test coordination with electrical and software engineering expertise supporting complex, geographically dispersed test environments.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

This is a full-time opportunity offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, professional growth opportunities, and the opportunity to support advanced aerospace and defense systems.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Own test planning and logistics for sensor deployments supporting future reentry events
· Plan and coordinate sensor staging and testing at remote and ocean deployment sites
· Coordinate testing across geographically dispersed locations
· Provide electrical engineering support for complex systems, including design, architecture, procurement, integration, and testing
· Integrate electrical components into complex hardware and software systems
· Direct electrical installation, maintenance, documentation, and testing activities
· Prepare technical reports and recommendations based on user requirements and emerging technologies
· Develop, maintain, and enhance software systems based on documented requirements
· Support software architecture decisions, including hardware/software trade-offs and COTS/GOTS solutions
· Design, implement, integrate, and test software applications
· Manage technical risks, cost, schedule, and project requirements
· Review software components for compliance with design requirements and document test results

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

· Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field
· Experience with test planning, deployment logistics, and geographically dispersed testing
· Experience with complex electrical systems, integration, and testing
· Experience developing or integrating software for complex technical systems
· Understanding of hardware/software interfaces and system integration
· Strong project planning, risk management, and problem-solving skills
· Ability to coordinate technical activities across multiple teams and locations
· Strong written and verbal communication skills

IDEAL CANDIDATE:

The ideal candidate is a versatile test engineer with experience coordinating complex field deployments and supporting electrical and software integration. Experience with aerospace, defense, sensor systems, reentry testing, or remote/ocean test operations is highly desirable.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The position may involve office, laboratory, field, and remote deployment environments. The role may require travel to testing locations and the ability to work around technical equipment and field operations. Reasonable accommodations may be provided as required.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, gender, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in employee organization, marital status, or physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position.