Senior Specialist, Integration & Test Engineer (On-site)

About the role

Our client is seeking a Senior Specialist, Integration & Test Engineer for a permanent-placement opportunity in Palm Bay, Florida. This position requires someone who can set up, configure, test, troubleshoot, and integrate a complex communications system—and then teach end users how to operate it effectively in real-world environments. The selected candidate will work with evolving hardware and software technologies while ensuring the training system remains operational and mission-ready. A significant part of this position involves leading classroom and hands-on training. The selected candidate must be able to explain complex technical concepts clearly, adapt instruction to different audiences and skill levels, and ensure participants leave prepared to use the system confidently. This individual will also collaborate with engineering and design teams to remain current on system updates, incorporate feedback into training materials, troubleshoot technical issues, and support ongoing system operations. Military and government experience is highly relevant to this position, particularly experience training personnel on new equipment, maintaining operational readiness, following established procedures, and coordinating with multiple units, contractors, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Set up, configure, and document hardware and software systems for testing.
• Load custom and commercial software onto multiple platforms.
• Develop and lead structured classroom and hands-on training sessions.
• Explain complex technical information in clear, practical terms.
• Build, configure, troubleshoot, and integrate new and existing hardware packages.
• Support system upgrades, application deployments, and capability enhancements.
• Manage the hardware configuration process and develop in-depth knowledge of the system.
• Train end users to operate the system effectively and confidently.
• Support daily training-system operations and resolve technical issues.
• Manage training sessions from preparation through completion.
• Collaborate with engineering and design teams regarding system changes and training updates.
• Update training materials based on system changes and participant feedback.
• Travel occasionally to support training and system integration at other locations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and at least six years of relevant experience; graduate degree and at least four years of relevant experience; or at least ten years of relevant experience without a degree. Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph. Experience configuring, integrating, testing, or troubleshooting hardware and software systems.