Lead Systems Integration and Test Engineer

STR is focused on delivering National Defense capabilities by driving mission-focused strategies to develop advanced technology systems enabling products and solutions focused on achieving the customer vision. Our programs deliver sustainable, reliable, and cost-efficient capabilities focused on end-customer needs that function in operationally relevant environments and timeframes. We consider the entire lifecycle of the solution, from conceptualization and architecting, through development to deployment, while leveraging novel technologies to deliver first-of-a-kind systems.

About the role

We are seeking a Lead System Integration & Test (I&T) Engineer in our Woburn, MA office to support integration and test of advanced multi-function RF systems. The I&T Engineer should have experience performing subsystem and system level integration and test of software and/or hardware components to include building test sets and test software to verify system interfaces and functionality implementation against requirements. This position offers the opportunity to work with leading domain experts in sensors development, data analytics, and cyber security.

The I&T Engineer will be expected to work closely with development teams to execute system testing both in a SIL environment as well as field tests. Experience with the Agile development process and associated tools is desired. STR is adopting Digital Engineering (DE) tools and techniques, including the integration of verification aspects of design as part of a comprehensive Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) approach. Candidates will be expected to work with Systems Engineers to integrate I&T processes & artifacts into the DE workflow for programs, using MBSE tools to capture those aspects of the design related to verification, with traceability to external tools as required.

Responsibilities

• Working closely with domain experts, development teams, and systems engineers to design and develop hardware test sets and develop test software
• Hands-on integration work in both hardware labs and field-test environments to ensure that software and hardware components are integrated into the system according to specification
• Experience in preparing and delivering briefings, familiarity with the execution of technical reviews (SRRs, PDRs, CDRs, TIMS, TRRs)
• Documenting and executing test plans and procedures
• Capturing and communicating test results and metrics

Requirements

• Active DoD Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret (TS) Security Clearance (U.S. citizenship is required)
• BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related technical field with a minimum 7 years of relevant experience
• Demonstrated effective communication and collaboration skills to work across software, hardware, and systems engineering teams
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams, mentor engineers, and influence cross-functional stakeholders
• Proficiency in testing RF Systems
• Familiarity with containerized software
• Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, or Labview
• Familiarity with Ansible, Podman/Docker, Unit Test Frameworks, Artifactory
• Minimum of 7 years of experience working in I&T
• Travel required

Skills

• Feel comfortable adapting to new programming languages, third-party software frameworks, and innovative technologies
• Familiarity with automated test tools and techniques
• Proficiency in bash scripting and Linux Operating Systems (nice to have)
• Familiarity with C/C++ (nice to have)
• Familiarity with MBSE tools such as Cameo (MagicDraw), Sparx Enterprise Architect, IBM Rational Rhapsody (nice to have)
• Familiarity with specific government open architectures (e.g., Open Mission Systems) (nice to have)
• Domain expertise in one or more of the following areas: Radar, Electronic Warfare, Antenna Apertures, Sensor Resource Management, Large-Scale Platform Test Systems, Cyber Physical Systems (nice to have)

Pay

Full-Time Salary Range: $173,000 - $238,000. The salary range listed is based on external market data. Final offers are based on factors such as the candidate’s experience, education, training, key skills/critical skills, security clearances, and prevailing market and business conditions.

About STR

STR is a growing technology company with locations near Boston, MA, Arlington, VA, near Dayton, OH, Melbourne, FL, and Carlsbad, CA. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security in: cyber; next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, and electronic warfare; and artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us.

STR is committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging, and we go home at night knowing that we pushed the envelope of technology and made the world safer.