Integration and Test 2

Judge Group, Inc.; Greenbriar (VA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Judge Group, Inc. seeks a Systems Integration & Test Engineer in the Space & Mission Systems area. Location: Greenbriar/Fairfax, VA, with a focus on integration of ground software and hardware for mission-critical programs.

You will lead hardware deployments, develop automated tests, and verify system interoperability across C2 and Mission Management components. Strong scripting, debugging, and cross-functional collaboration are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience in a technical field.
• Experience with ground software system integration, verification, and validation.
• Strong understanding of Command & Control (C2) and Mission Management systems.
• Experience planning, executing, and documenting system integration and test activities.
• Proficiency in Python scripting and automation.
• Experience with test automation frameworks, verification tools, and debugging techniques.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with cross-functional collaboration.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead site hardware deployment, integration, system checkout, and verification activities through program completion.
• Support integration and verification of ground software systems, including Command & Control (C2) and Mission Management capabilities.
• Develop, maintain, and execute automated test scripts and verification procedures.
• Analyze system architectures to understand component interactions and identify integration points across subsystems.
• Troubleshoot integration and software issues through log analysis, debugging tools, and root-cause investigations.
• Collaborate with software engineers, systems engineers, and test teams to resolve complex technical challenges.
• Document test results, defects, risks, and recommended corrective actions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of integration, verification, and test automation processes.
• Support Agile development activities, including sprint planning, backlog refinement, and iterative delivery cycles.

Skills

Python scripting

Test automation

System integration

Verification & validation

C2 and Mission Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field

Job description

Location: Greenbriar, VA Salary: $70.00 USD Hourly – $85.00 USD Hourly Description:

Position: Systems Integration & Test Engineer (Space & Mission Systems)

Location: Fairfax, VA

About the Role

We are looking for a highly skilled Systems Integrator to support the development, integration, verification, and deployment of mission-critical ground software systems for advanced space and intelligence programs. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of software, hardware, and operational capabilities that support complex mission objectives.

You will play a key role in system verification, troubleshooting, automation, and end-to-end validation of ground systems, helping deliver reliable and scalable solutions in a fast-paced engineering environment.

What You’ll Do

• Lead site hardware deployment, integration, system checkout, and verification activities through program completion.
• Support integration and verification of ground software systems, including Command & Control (C2) and Mission Management capabilities.
• Develop, maintain, and execute automated test scripts and verification procedures.
• Analyze system architectures to understand component interactions and identify integration points across subsystems.
• Troubleshoot integration and software issues through log analysis, debugging tools, and root-cause investigations.
• Collaborate with software engineers, systems engineers, and test teams to resolve complex technical challenges.
• Document test results, defects, risks, and recommended corrective actions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of integration, verification, and test automation processes.
• Support Agile development activities, including sprint planning, backlog refinement, and iterative delivery cycles.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience with ground software system integration, verification, and validation.
• Strong understanding of Command & Control (C2) and Mission Management systems.
• Experience planning, executing, and documenting system integration and test activities.
• Proficiency in Python scripting and automation.
• Experience with test automation frameworks, verification tools, and debugging techniques.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose complex system interactions.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Python, C, C , Java, or MATLAB.
• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools such as Cameo, Magic Draw, or equivalent modelling platforms.
• Familiarity with collaboration and lifecycle management tools such as Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, or Git-based repositories.
• Experience using Systems Tool Kit (STK) or similar mission simulation and analysis tools.
• Knowledge of Agile software development methodologies and DevOps practices.
• Experience with behaviour-driven development (BDD) frameworks such as Gherkin or Cucumber.
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies including Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience working with cloud platforms and services, particularly AWS.
• Understanding of software configuration management, CI/CD pipelines, and version control best practices.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance are available to qualified candidates who meet eligibility requirements.