Test Engineer / Analyst

DESE Research, Inc. is seeking a talented, motivated, and enthusiastic Mid-Level Test Engineer/Analyst to join a well-established team in an AVMC lab that supports the development, test, and fielding of a tactical missile defense system. This role involves working with real-time hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) systems, tactical software and hardware, and digital representations of complex missile defense systems. If you are passionate about test engineering and analysis and want to apply your skills to mission-critical defense programs supporting the U.S. warfighter, we want to hear from you!

Job Details:

The candidate will work as part of a well-established team supporting the development, test, and fielding of a tactical missile defense system. The role includes working with real-time hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) systems, tactical software and hardware, and digital representations of complex missile defense systems.

The candidate will perform analysis tool design and development, conduct complex analysis of missile defense system and/or algorithm performance, and develop and maintain test cases supporting software and system integration. The candidate may also support performance analysis, modeling and simulation (M&S), post-flight reconstruction, and integration and risk reduction efforts.

Responsibilities:

• Perform analysis tool design and development and complex analysis of missile defense system and/or algorithm performance.
• Develop and maintain test cases to support software integration and system integration.
• Support a broad range of projects, including performance analysis, modeling & simulation (M&S), post-flight reconstruction, and integration and risk reduction efforts.
• Apply practical engineering knowledge across a broad range of established system engineering principles, concepts, and methods.
• Analyze and document results of test cases in software and hardware test report documentation.
• Develop system requirements to support system functionality.

Required Qualifications:

• US Citizenship.
• Minimum of a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering, or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of relevant working experience.
• Direct operational or test experience with Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS) is required.
• Proficient in data manipulation and analysis, data visualization, signal and data processing, electromagnetics, and/or system engineering using MATLAB or similar tools.
• Must have the ability to recognize and analyze problems, conduct research, summarize results, and make appropriate recommendations.
• Ability to develop and/or contribute to reports and briefings that explain complex system behaviors effectively to a broad range of audiences.
• Up to 10% travel may be required.
• Ability to multi-task and work effectively across multiple efforts.
• Must have an active Secret clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience developing and/or improving complex analysis tools using MATLAB.
• Experience in real-time analysis using Linux/Windows Operating Systems.
• Experience with Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD).
• Experience in C, C++, Linux/Unix operating systems, and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).

The ideal candidate is a career-minded individual who wants to become a part of something bigger. DESE has industry-leading benefits including a generous profit-sharing plan, competitive pay, but perhaps most importantly, the opportunity to work with the best and the brightest in the industry in support of the US warfighter. Launching a career with DESE allows you to put your skills and experience to good use doing crucial, mission-critical work that our country's armed forces and others depend on.

DESE is committed to creating a company that is known for its respect and care for employees. We understand that happy employees are what keeps our business going and we strive to provide the best opportunities for each individual working on our team! Here are a few reasons you will love working for DESE:

• Competitive salaries
• Annual performance bonuses
• Robust 401K profit sharing plan
• Competitive health, dental & vision insurance with affordable premiums
• Two different flexible spending account options
• Company paid life insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Education reimbursement program
• Personal leave for approved philanthropic activities
• Vacation, Sick, & Holiday leave
• Opportunities for internal promotions
• Employee referral incentive program
• Rewards and gifts for service anniversaries

Disability Accommodation for Applicants - DESE Research, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, you may use the following alternative email address or phone number to contact us about your interest in employment with us: hrandsecurity@dese.com or 256-837-8004x123.