Navigation Systems Simulation & Test Engineer

Integrated Sol for Sys Inc; Auburn, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and wellness benefits

Job summary

IntegratedSolutions for Systems, Inc. in Auburn, AL is seeking a Navigation Systems Simulation & Test Engineer to join a cross-functional team.

You will develop interfaces between test equipment and platform systems and build HWIL/SWIL test beds for military platforms with advanced navigation systems. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, strong programming in C/C++, Matlab, Python, and solid Unix and instrumentation skills, plus excellent communication and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or related technical field.
• Proficiency in C/C++, Matlab and Python.
• Knowledge of Unix systems and lab instrumentation.
• Strong MS Excel and Word proficiency.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with minimal direction.

Responsibilities

• Developing and maintain interfaces between laboratory test equipment and platform systems (avionics and vetronics).
• Develop and maintain HWIL and SWIL test beds for military platforms with advanced navigation systems.
• Assessing performance of navigation technologies using lab and simulation equipment for acceptance and qualification testing.
• Support test equipment installation and operation at government and sub-contractor facilities.
• Support field testing of advanced prototypes.

Skills

C/C++

Matlab

Python

Unix

Excel/Word

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or related technical field

Tools

National Instruments DAQ

SCPI instrumentation

HWIL test systems

Job description

Navigation Systems Simulation & Test Engineer

Navigation Systems Simulation & Test Engineer

Auburn, AL

Job Description:

IS4S is seeking qualified candidates to support navigationsystems simulation and testing activities at our Auburn, AL location. The personor persons filling this role will work with others in a cross-functional teamsto development customized simulation and test equipment to perform laboratoryand field testing of navigation systems.

Typical activities and responsibilities would include:

Developing and maintain interfaces (software andhardware) between laboratory test equipment and platform systems (avionics and vetronics).

Develop and maintain hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL)and software-in-the-loop (SWIL) test beds for military platforms with advancednavigation systems.

Assessing performance of navigation technologiesusing laboratory and simulation equipment including acceptance, functional, andqualification testing.

Support test equipment installation andoperation at government and sub-contractor laboratory facilities

Support field testing of advanced prototypes

Candidates should enjoy working a variety of interrelatedtasks that may be different in nature. Though the position will be an additionto an existing team, candidates are expected to be self-driven problem solverscapable of operating independently on some tasks. Candidates must have stronganalytical and communication skills. The position requires knowledge inmultiple areas across signal processing, Unix systems, networking, development,as well as regular customer interaction through meetings, briefings, andreporting. Some responsibilities necessary for execution may be physical innature (e.g., packing and moving test equipment, installing sensors invehicles, setting up communication network using masts, working in anechoicchambers, etc.). Both full and part-time applicants will be considered, subjectto the requirements listed below. Candidate must be a US citizen and eligiblefor a DoD clearance.

RequiredExperience and Skills:

Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering,computer science, or related technical field (for full-time applicants)

Proficiency with one or all the followingprogramming languages: C/C++, Matlab, Python

• Hardware Skills:
  • Basic laboratory wiring (soldering,simple crimp connectors)
  • General use of oscilloscopes,spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power supplies
  • Custom computer assembly (PCI /PCIe card integration)

Knowledge of Unix systems, particularly at thecommand line.

High MS Excel and Word proficiency

Strong written and oral communication skills

Ability and motivation to work with minimal direction

AdditionalExperience / Qualifications of Interest:

• DDS (RTI, eProsima FastRTPS/DDS, OpenDDS)
• General HWIL test systems
• Experience with MIL-STD-1553, MIL-STD-704
• Military grade GPS user equipment
• Military grade avionics
• National Instruments DAQ (C / DAQmx)
• SCPI instrumentation protocol / programming
• FPGA Development
• RS-422, RS-232, custom discrete / digitalI/O programming
• Hardware control interfaces andapplications
• Automation tools / scripts
• Data recording and processing tools
• Navigation theory (Inertial, GPS, other)

AboutIS4S:

IntegratedSolutions for Systems, Inc. (IS4S) is a 100% employee-owned small business thatprovides a wide range of engineering and management solutions to government,military, and commercial customers. Founded in 2008,IS4Sspecializesin PNT, missile system engineering, energetic research and development, vehicleelectronics, additive manufacturing, and other innovativetechnologies.IS4Sis headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama withoffice locations in Auburn and Opelika, Alabama; Orlando, Niceville, and FortWalton Beach, Florida; Atlanta and Warner Robins, Georgia; Dayton, Ohio;Slidell, Louisiana; and Aberdeen, Maryland.

Competitive salary withcomprehensive health and wellness benefits

Educational and professionaldevelopment opportunities

Dynamic and collaborative workenvironment

Employee ownership

Mission Statement:

Our missionis to solve important problems for our customers in an environment where doingthe right thing is more important than profit, and where our company is fullyowned and operated by ethical, motivated employees.

Details

Location: Auburn, AL
Employment Type: Active
Salary: $75000 - $150000 /per annual
Skill Level: Entry Level