Verification & Validation Senior Test Engineer

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement test strategies, plans, and procedures based on system requirements.
• Evaluate verification testing to ensure the unit and/or system is built to specifications.
• Evaluate validation testing to confirm the unit and/or system meets user needs and intended use cases.
• Support the planning, execution, and documentation of MUOS ground and SLE space demonstrations/test events.
• Identify, track, and report defects/deficiencies, working with Government Program Office personnel and Prime Contractors/vendors to resolve issues.
• Maintain detailed test documentation, including test plans, procedures, and reports.
• Review Prime Contractor/vendor-submitted data items, provide comments, and recommend acceptance or rejection.
• Report status and outcomes of test activities to the Government V&V Lead, Chief Engineer, and program leadership.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers or vendors, and system engineers.
• Provide input on risk assessments and recommend improvements based on test findings.
• Provide V&V inputs to assist with development and updates to the program Integrated Master Schedule and Government cost estimates.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in Test & Evaluation of DoW communication systems.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in system engineering specifically involving satellite communication systems.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in system integration in the lab and operational environments.
• Strong understanding of satellite communications systems and technologies.
• Experience with MUOS or similar satellite constellations is preferred.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.