Engineer, Senior - Data Acquisition and Analysis - PRTR

TRAX International Corporation; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Virginia is looking for a Senior Engineer to provide technical guidance at the Potomac River Test Range. The ideal candidate will manage T&E projects involving complex weapon systems and instrumentation. Responsibilities include planning tests, analyzing data, and ensuring safety compliance. Applicants should possess a BS in engineering and 10+ years of experience in the field. This full-time position offers a chance to work in a diverse environment committed to inclusivity.

Qualifications

• Ten years of experience with weapon systems T&E.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects in T&E environments.

Responsibilities

• Applies engineering principles for RDT&E instrumentation planning.
• Designs strategies for data acquisition during tests.
• Coordinates and executes test programs involving integrated weapons systems.

Skills

Expert-level knowledge of T&E methodologies

Project leadership skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field

Job description

Job Code: 2026:0101-035

Location: Fairfax, VA

FT/PT Status: Full Time

Business Sector: Facilities Management and Operations

Job Description

• PENDING CONTRACT AWARD**

The Engineer, Senior at the Potomac River Test Range (PRTR) serves as working leader and is considered an expert for providing technical guidance and information to meet requirements. Independently evaluates, selects, adapts, and modifies standard techniques and criteria to plan and conduct engineering assignments. Performs project work through extensive knowledge of engineering practices and policies, and to devise new approaches to resolve problems. Operates with general instructions in an independent mode and receives guidance on special problems or when requested.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Applies engineering principles and practices to support the instrumentation planning for the RDT&E of weapons systems
• Attends instrumentation, data collection and processing meetings where test program requirements are defined and assists in the development of pre and post-test accuracy statements
• Evaluates instrumentation performance under varying environmental conditions and new or modified operating conditions or configurations
• Designs strategies and plan instrumentation positioning that enable data acquisition efforts while projecting instrumentation from the hazards created during the conduct of laboratory and field tests
• Provides Data Acquisition inputs to Test Plans including specifying traceability of all data requirements to specific test objectives
• Independently plans, schedules, conducts or coordinates detailed phases of engineering work through the selection and adaptation or modification of techniques, procedures, and criteria
• Analyzes complex features of the work and applies principles and practices of the discipline, or devises new approaches in problem solutions
• Reviews all results from assigned tasks and determine if outputs are complete, correct, integrated with project objectives, and adequately documented
• Independently prepares (or directs others in the preparation of), computation/analyses, specifications, and technical reports in the specific area of technical expertise
• Performs planning and execution of test and evaluation programs involving integrated weapons systems and munitions, automotive systems, precision instrumentation systems and unmanned vehicles
• Plans, designs, coordinates, executes, monitors, evaluates, and reports test and evaluation of materiel, incorporating state‑of‑the‑art technology and requiring substantial deviation from established test procedures and/or development of new test capability or instrumentation systems
• Performs fundamental research, feasibility, engineering design or development of tests
• Performs independently on projects having the characteristics described above
• Attends meetings and conferences that relate to assigned area of responsibility and assists in the isolation and resolution of controversial and novel issues regarding items being developed and tested
• Informs Government personnel about matters covered during meetings and information provided
• Schedules tests and coordinates support requirements with test scheduling office and supporting organizational elements
• Oversees the conduct of assigned tests, and personally observes test conduct as required
• Exercises technical direction over engineering, technical test support and other supporting personnel in actual conduct of test in the field or under simulated conditions
• Monitors performance of the test item and adequacy of data collection, and assumes responsibility and authority for range, test course and laboratory safety
• Coordinates with others to assure all safety, security, environmental and community concerns are adequately addressed
• Reviews the data collected for completeness, accuracy, and validity
• Analyzes test data in terms of serviceability, cost conditions where the item will be developed, etc., and prepares final test report outlining problem areas revealed during the test and making recommendations and conclusions as to the suitability of the material being tested
• Due to the uniqueness and complexity of material being tested, the incumbent is required to prepare intricate, detailed, and interpretative analysis of test results
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline
• Ten (10) years of experience dealing with the concept design, engineering, and T&E of weapon systems components, subsystems, and systems
• Expert‑level knowledge of the principles and practices of T&E methodologies and techniques
• Proven project leadership and management skills
• Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to successfully lead project teams within a demanding T&E environment
• Demonstrated ability to manage conflict resolution and facilitate collaborative problem‑solving within a T&E context

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Experience working on highly complex and critical DoD related (any Service Branch), T&E projects
• Experience with military T&E methodologies, Test Planning, Instrumentation planning

Physical Qualifications

• The work of this position is performed in an environmentally controlled office environment
• Must be capable of sitting and entering data on a computer keyboard for extended periods of time
• Must be able to view computer monitor for extended periods of time
• Must be capable of lifting 25 lbs. unassisted
• Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the duties and responsibilities

Terms of Employment & Eligibility Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Must possess a valid driver's license, without special restrictions
• Must pass a pre‑employment drug screening
• Must be able to successfully complete a background check
• Must possess or be able to obtain an interim security clearance prior to employment and maintain security clearance for the duration of employment

Other Job Information

TRAX is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports contributions of all individuals. TRAX is an equal opportunity employer of minorities, females, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, familial status, pregnancy, ancestry, national origin, handicap, gender identity or expression, protected genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.