Test Engineer

Application Deadline: 9/19/2026

About the role

JGMS Government Services is looking to hire an experienced A4W propulsion plant operator to join our client's team as a Test Engineer supporting A4W Fleet Interactive Training Equipment (FITE). FITEs are high-fidelity simulation platforms used to develop and maintain the operational readiness skills of the deployed fleet.

Responsibilities

• Support the A4W FITE platform and cross-train to support the A1B FITE platform.
• Certify hardware and software-based field changes prior to deployment to the FITE sites, focusing on plant operations to ensure FITE operational values conform with expected plant response.
• Support other groups as they develop field changes by leveraging the FITE preproduction units.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or engineering technology from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.
• Previous A4W qualification as Engineering Officer of the Watch (EOOW), Propulsion Plant Watch Officer (PPWO), or Engineering Watch Supervisor (EWS).
• Semiannual travel to other client sites.
• Ability to cross-train on the A1B platform.
• Ability to learn the simulation software platform.
• Must possess a DOE L security clearance.
• Pre-employment drug screening and background review, including checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verification.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and team-building skills.
• Ability to team and solve complex problems.
• Ability to work independently and complete assignments with minimal direction from management.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate with management and interfacing organizations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.

Benefits

• Medical insurance: 100% company-paid premiums for employees.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• 401k plan with company match.
• 24 hours of paid community service a year.
• Up to 4 weeks of paid time off a year.
• 10 paid floating holidays.
• Life insurance, short- and long-term disability.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Professional development opportunities.