Systems Test & Integration Engineer

About the role

DESE Research, Inc. is seeking a Mid-Level Systems Test & Integration Engineer to support the design, release, and maintenance of technical data packages and advanced test programs. This role plays a key role in the design, development, and integration of Special Test Equipment (STE) for critical flight hardware.

Responsibilities

• Support the integration of missile test programs by ensuring tactical requirements are mapped to specific test cases and fully verified
• Maintain the IBM DOORS database for assigned subsystems, entering changes, creating links, and generating traceability reports
• Aid in verifying the readiness and hardware/software configuration baseline of Special Test Equipment (STE) prior to active testing windows
• Collaborate with test operators and technicians to execute hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) simulations and environmental test profiles
• Author and update step-by-step test procedures directly derived from DOORS requirement baselines
• Document test floor anomalies, log hardware/software discrepancies, and participate in root-cause troubleshooting investigations
• Gather, review, and compile post-test data to populate compliance matrices and technical design packages
• Coordinate daily with project managers, systems architects, and laboratory teams to maintain the testing schedule and mitigate risks
• Communicate task status, technical roadblocks, and testing metrics clearly to engineering leadership and program stakeholders

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related technical discipline) from an accredited university
• Two (2) to Five (5) years of relevant professional experience in systems engineering, test integration, or hardware validation
• One (1) year or more of experience utilizing IBM DOORS for tracking, tracing, and managing system or subsystem-level requirements
• Familiarity with creating and maintaining Verification Cross Reference Matrices (VCRMs) to map requirements to test events
• Exposure to Special Test Equipment (STE), hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) test benches, or automated telemetry/data acquisition setups
• Basic understanding of configuration management principles for hardware configurations and software test builds
• Strong technical writing skills with experience drafting test procedures or verification reports
• Analytical, diagnostic, and troubleshooting skills across interconnected hardware and software elements
• Excellent communication skills to coordinate effectively between design engineers, lab technicians, and test floor personnel

Qualifications

• Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance
• Professional experience supporting missile systems, precision-guided munitions, or integrated air and missile defense programs
• Experience utilizing Python, MATLAB, or LabVIEW to interface with test equipment or analyze post-test data streams
• Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) concepts and tools such as Cameo Systems Modeler
• Understanding of military standards for testing, environment simulation, or interface control documentation (ICDs)
• Experience participating in formal milestone events such as Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs) or Preliminary/Critical Design Reviews (PDR/CDR)

Benefits

DESE offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance with affordable premiums
• Flexible work schedules
• Two different flexible spending account options
• Company-paid life insurance with options for employee-paid additional
• Performance bonus program
• Education reimbursement program
• Company-paid personal leave for approved philanthropic activities
• Vacation, Sick & Holiday leave
• Robust 401k profit sharing plan
• Opportunities for internal promotions
• Employee referral incentive program
• Rewards and gifts for service anniversaries