Make a Real Difference - Axient is seeking a sharp, motivated intermediate level Test Engineer to support Wargames and Exercises mission engineering and execution for the Missile Defense Agency's (MDA) Directorate of Test (DT). At Axient, we are at the forefront of new missile defense technologies and engaged with the MDA’s rigorous operational and developmental testing. This exciting, rewarding work helps guarantee the security of the United States and our Allies. Join a professional team of highly qualified engineers, analysts, scientists and technicians supporting the research, development, testing and evaluation of the missile defense system whose purpose is to detect, track, engage and destroy adversary missiles.
Your typical day – Our MDA engineers work in modern, well-appointed government facilities on Schriever Space Force Base (SFB). Schriever SFB is located just east of Colorado Springs, Colorado. Colorado is certainly a hub of missile and space operations, research and development. You will collaborate with other missile defense experts – military, government civilians, and contractors from Axient and other companies. Our team of experts helps the Government manage planning, development, analysis and delivery of state-of-the art sensors, weapons, communications, and command/control systems.
What you will do... Position Overview/Tasks:
This position serves as a Mission Engineer providing direct support to the Missile Defense Agency Directorate of Test, Wargames and Exercises Division (MDA/DTW). Tasks will include:
Performs all event integration based on requirements from the Mission Director and Event LeadSupports development/integration of the blue force laydown, voice and data communications, specific operational software versions or capabilitiesDrafts and publishes the network architectural drawings and test plans to ensure the event architecture meets the requirements defined by the Combatant Command and MDA subject matter experts; translates customer requirements into architecture capabilitiesPerforms as Functional Director of integration activities defined within the test planAssists modeling and simulation development teams in the design and implementation of model behaviors within the simulation architecture; work products include SV-1, SV-2, communications diagrams, floor plans, rack elevations, test plans, event reports and problem reportsCoordinates testing results; obtains assistance identifying new requirements, problems, and fixes for simulations resulting from Chief Engineer analysis/testing Skills you will need... Required Education/Experience:Bachelor of Science degree in an engineering field7 years of recent relevant experienceEligibility to obtain at least a Secret security clearanceExperience working in a fast paced, professional environment with the ability to adjust/react to short notice requirementsProficient with the MS Office suite of toolsCapable of providing test engineering support on systems, system elements, interfacing systems, components, devices and/or processes for developmental and operational weapon system programs during developmental and operational test events, including flight, HWIL, and operational environmentsCapable of working as a team member to solve engineering problemsPossesses general technical and theoretical knowledge of the DoD principles of developmental and operational testing and the verification and validation activities of the engineering “V”, system test and integration, strategic planning, and/or process improvementsWorks as a member of team to solve test planning, integration, execution, and analysis problemsHas a basic knowledge of Missile Defense System components and system-level topicsMust be willing to travel up to 30% of the time
Highly Desired Experience:
Experience with MDASim, EADSIM, Linux OS, PiNT, Operational System Framework (OSF), Open Systems Architecture Sensor Models (OSM)Experience with DoD test processes and/or test execution Options APPLY HEREApplyShareEmail this job to a friendRefer <p style="margin: 0px;">We apologize, but an error occurred with Share function. Please refresh the page and try again later.</p> Share on your newsfeed Applicants for positions which require a US government security clearance or access must meet eligibility requirements that most often include US citizenship.This company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer as defined by the EEOC. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or are a disabled veteran, and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our online application as a result of your disability, you have the right to receive assistance by calling us directly at 256-650-6263 or click here to reach us by email. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender orientation, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship, or any other federal, state, or locally protected class.
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