Mission Systems Test Engineer
Saalex
- Location
- Onsite (Lexington Park, Maryland)
- Compensation
- $78k - $127k/yr
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Mid Level
About the Role
Greenfield Engineering, a Saalex company, seeks a Mission Systems Test Engineer to support the H-1 Helicopter Avionics Test Facility. The role involves testing, integrating, and evaluating avionics and mission systems to ensure operational readiness for NAVAIR platforms.
Skills
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401k
- IRA
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Disability
Perks
- Stock option plan
Full job details
Greenfield Engineering, a Saalex Company, is seeking a Mission Systems Test Engineer in Lexington Park, MD to support the H-1 Helicopter Avionics Test Facility and related military aviation programs. This role is responsible for the testing, integration, and evaluation of avionics, communications, mission systems, and COMSEC-enabled technologies that support aircraft modernization and operational readiness across multiple NAVAIR platforms.
Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $78k-$127k annually (depending on experience)
Work Location: Onsite
Essential Functions:
- Develop and execute test procedure for avionics, radio, and weapon system and H1 software/hardware upgrades.
- Develop detailed system and subsystem test requirements from high-level operational and system specifications for software/hardware implementation of avionics and communications systems.
- Perform hands-on testing and integration of navigation and communication systems/subsystems.
- Utilize specialized test equipment, Bus Collection Computer, Satellite Simulators for systems integration and compliance testing.
- Analyze system performance data, including timing metrics and operational compliance, to validate system functionality and safety.
- Investigate and resolve incident reports and defects, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Provide customer support for aircrew procedures trainers, flight testing, and cockpit upgrade programs.
- Participate in technical conferences and qualification testing activities.
- Other duties as assigned or required.
Required:
- 3+ years of experience in hardware/software testing for military/commercial avionics equipment.
- Demonstrated experience with avionics navigation and communication systems, including narrow band communications.
- Working knowledge of COMSEC protocols and secure communications equipment.
- Proficiency in developing and implementing test procedures for analog, digital, microprocessor, power, and RF electronics.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation skills.
- Excellent communication and customer support abilities.
Desired:
- Experience creating and executing software test procedures.
- Experience with MUOS and other tactical communication links.
- Experience with H-1 and other NAVAIR platforms.
- Familiarity with Mil-Std 1553 Bus, SATCOM DAMA/DASA, HF ALE radio, and related avionics systems.
- Prior experience supporting flight testing, NATOPS conferences.
- Experience with tactical narrowband communications.
- Prior experience with avionics and mission systems testing
Education/Years of Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Avionics Systems Technology, Computer Systems, IT, or related field and 3+ years of experience required. Masters degree preferred.
Security Clearance:
Active Secret clearance required. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Training & Development
- Wellness Resources
- Stock Option Plan