Cyber EW/T&E Engineer (Info. Systems & Cyber Security, Analyst)

Search Results; Lexington Park (MD); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The MIL Corporation invites qualified candidates for a Cyber EW/T&E Engineer role supporting NAWCAD at Patuxent River, MD. The position focuses on testing electronic warfare and cyber security capabilities, with an onsite schedule and potential compressed work arrangement.

Qualifications include 3–10 years of related experience, Security+ certification, and strong T&E expertise, plus MATLAB/Excel skills. A TS/SCI with CI Poly clearance is required for applicants.

Qualifications

• 3–10 years of related experience.
• Current Security+ certification.
• RF and Electromagnetic Fundamentals: deep understanding of RF systems, antennas, propagation, radar, jamming, EA/EP/ES.
• Test and Evaluation (T&E) Expertise: developing test plans, flight test cards, data collection, analysis, risk assessment.
• Tools and Software: MATLAB and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Develop test plans with clients, lead test events, and deliver final briefings and reports (developmental/operational tests, security assessments).
• Apply Windows/Linux admin, network config, traffic analysis, scripting; review databases and source code.
• Participate in cyber range exercises, identify gaps and policy constraints affecting testing.
• Develop test methodologies, scenarios, data collection plans, and T&E Master Plans with clients.
• Attend T&E/EW conferences, join technical working groups, report findings and concerns.
• Assist in planning, system integration, verification/validation, cost/risk & supportability analyses.
• Analyze requirements to automate or improve systems and workflows.

Skills

RF fundamentals

T&E expertise

MATLAB

Security+ certification

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MATLAB

Excel

Job description

Summary

The MIL Corporation is seeking a Cyber EW/T&E Engineer (Info. Systems & Cyber Security, Analyst) to support the Test and Evaluation (T&E) of Electronic Warfare (EW), platforms and weapons related technologies and capabilities; adhering to Service and Department of War policies and statutes for a NAWCAD customer located in Patuxent River, MD.

This position currently requires an onsite schedule and is eligible for Compressed Work Schedule (CWS). Schedule is subject to change based on company/contract requirements.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with clients to develop test plans, lead the execution of test events and deliver final result briefings and reports. Test event types may include, but are not limited to, Developmental and Operational Tests, Security/Vulnerability Assessments
• Apply computer knowledge and skills in support of test execution; such knowledge and skills may include, but are not limited to, Windows and Linux system administration, network configuration and traffic analysis, light programming/scripting; occasional examinations of client database designs and source code
• Participate in various exercises on the national cyber range and identify gaps, constraints, policy limitations, etc., that affect the conduct of robust cyber testing
• Work independently or as part of a team to develop test methodologies, scenarios, and data collection plans to ensure test adequacy; when necessary, work with clients to identify their test requirements and assist in development and coordination of Test & Evaluation Master Plans
• Occasionally attend T&E and EW related conferences and participate in technical working groups; observe external cyber exercises/tests/demonstrations and report on findings/issues/concerns/etc.
• Assist in technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for the total system(s)
• Analyze user requirements, procedures and problems to automate or improve existing systems and review computer system capabilities, workflow and scheduling limitations

Travel

Up to 5%, as needed.

Required Qualifications

• 3 - 10 years of related experience
• Current Security+ certification
• RF and Electromagnetic Fundamentals: Deep understanding of radio frequency (RF) systems, antennas, signal propagation, electromagnetic spectrum operations, radar principles, jamming techniques, electronic attack (EA), electronic protection (EP), and electronic support (ES). Knowledge of threat systems, air defense principles, and survivability.
• Test and Evaluation (T&E) Expertise: Proficiency in developing test plans, flight test cards, executing tests (lab, ground, flight), data collection/analysis, anomaly identification, and verification/validation. Knowledge of measures of performance/effectiveness (MOP/MOE), risk assessment, and safety protocols in flight test environments.
• Tools and Software: MATLAB and Excel

Desired Qualifications

• Standards and Compliance: Familiarity with military standards (MIL-STDs), DoD test processes, FIPS/NIST where applicable, and security protocols.

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in a related discipline. A high school diploma plus four (4) years of additional work experience related to the position may be substituted for a Bachelor's Degree. A related Master's degree may be considered in lieu of 2 years of required experience.

Clearance

All applicants for this position must currently possess a Top Secret/SCI with CI Poly clearance; please note that the clearance process takes into account financial background aspects.

Compensation

The MIL Corporation values your contributions and offers a range of benefits to support your overall well-being. We are pleased to offer a comprehensive range of benefits to our full-time employees which include health, life, disability, and retirement plans, as well as paid time off, opportunities for professional growth and tuition assistance. Additional benefits and incentives may also apply, which will be communicated during the hiring process.

For this position, the projected compensation range is $115,000 - $130,000 per year. This estimate represents the typical salary range and is just one part of MIL's complete compensation package. Final salary for this position is determined based on factors such as individual qualifications, education, experience, and contractual limitations. Learn more on the MIL Careers page.