Environmental Systems Test Engineer (2nd/3rd Shift)

CACI International Inc; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 85,800 - 180,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Learning opportunities for employees

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking an Environmental Systems Test Engineer for the 2nd/3rd shift in Orlando, Florida. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience with electro-optical systems and understand both thermal vacuum and vibration testing. Responsibilities include developing test approaches and conducting readiness reviews, ensuring safety and performance. This position offers a competitive salary and a commitment to employee growth and innovation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in bring-up of electro-optical systems.
• Experience with Thermal Vacuum Chambers (TVAC) and Vibration testing.
• Understanding of communications: serial, USB, ethernet.

Responsibilities

• Proven track record with test, flight, and safety-critical hardware.
• Develop documentation to support troubleshooting efforts.
• Conduct test design reviews and test readiness reviews.

Skills

Experience in bring-up of electro-optical systems

Experience with Thermal Vacuum Chambers (TVAC)

Proficient with lab automation software (Python preferred)

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Education

Master’s degree or PhD in Mechanical, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

VOAs

OSAs

Power Meters

Oscilloscopes

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Environmental Systems Test Engineer (2nd/3rd Shift)

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

Responsibilities

• Proven track record of working with test, flight, and safety-critical hardware, tools, and shop equipment.
• Previous experience with spacecraft/satellite environmental test development and/or execution, hardware ownership (responsible engineer), or hardware qualification and/or acceptance testing.
• Hardware/software and opto-mechanical system integration
• Development of system-level test plans, based on system requirements
• Development of system test approaches and test fixtures, especially for optical-mechanical systems
• Definition and execution of system optical and/or communication performance-tests
• Prototype module test and debug support
• Support of optical, electrical and mechanical component selection and test
• System-level troubleshooting
• Excellent verbal, written, and graphical communication skills
• Develop documentation to support troubleshooting efforts
• Coordinate with design engineer subject matter experts across each affected system under test to integrate the identified system verification requirements into the detailed test plan for the development risk reduction and/or verification run for record event as appropriate.
• Conduct test design reviews, integration readiness reviews, and test readiness reviews for your events.

Qualifications

Required:

• 5+ years’ experience in bring-up of electro-optical systems
• Experience with Thermal Vacuum Chambers (TVAC) and Vibration testing
• Experience using equipment such as VOAs, OSAs, Power Meters, oscilloscopes
• Understanding of communications: serial, USB, ethernet
• Understanding of electronic, optical, and mechanical systems
• Self-motivated and self-directed individual, with little supervision necessary
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be willing to work Second and Third shifts as needed

Desired

• Master’s degree or PhD in Mechanical, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field
• Proficient use of lab automation software (Python preferred)
• Proficiency with lab automation and related tools

What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity: At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust: CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers. You’ll have autonomy and access to robust learning resources to support your ambitions.

A focus on continuous growth: Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Pay Range

The proposed salary range for this position is $85,800 - $180,200. Final salary is influenced by factors including location, contract wage rates, prior experience, specific skills, education, and certifications. CACI offers comprehensive benefits and learning opportunities to support employees and their families.

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.