Scientist, Integ/Test Engrg - Principal Level 6

Apollo Professional Solutions; Huntsville (AL, CA); Presencial; USD 120.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Apollopros in Huntsville, AL seeks a Principal Integration & Test Engineer (Level 6) for a contract opportunity. The role focuses on designing, activating, and validating advanced test facilities, with cross-functional collaboration across internal teams and external partners.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in system integration, test planning, verification, and facility commissioning, and can lead complex, high-visibility projects in a defense/engineering environment.

Formación

• Bachelor's Degree and 12+ years of relevant professional experience; OR Master's Degree and 10+ years of relevant professional experience; OR 16+ years of directly related experience in lieu of a degree.

Responsabilidades

• Lead design, activation, and implementation of advanced test facilities.
• Validate and verify integrated hardware and software system performance.
• Develop test plans, procedures, and verification strategies.
• Create and maintain automated test solutions to improve efficiency and repeatability.
• Conduct system-level integration testing and performance validation.
• Identify, analyze, and resolve system, hardware, and software issues.
• Collaborate with internal teams, contractors, suppliers, and stakeholders.
• Support test readiness reviews and ensure facilities meet requirements.
• Provide technical leadership during facility design, construction, and commissioning.

Conocimientos

System integration

Test engineering

Verification & validation

Test facility design

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Educación

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

16+ years related experience

Descripción del empleo

Principal Integration & Test Engineer (Level 6) - Contract Opportunity U.S. Citizenship Required (No Dual Citizenship) Schedule: 4/10 Work Week | First Shift Travel: Occasional business travel to vendor locations as needed

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Principal Integration & Test Engineer (Level 6) to support the design, activation, and implementation of advanced test facilities in a dynamic engineering environment. This role is ideal for a seasoned engineering professional who excels at system integration, test planning, facility activation, and cross-functional collaboration. As a key member of the engineering team, you will ensure that complex hardware and software subsystems perform seamlessly as an integrated system. You will play a critical role in developing test strategies, automating test procedures, conducting system-level verification activities, and troubleshooting technical issues throughout the product lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, activation, and implementation of advanced test facilities.
• Validate and verify integrated hardware and software system performance.
• Develop comprehensive test plans, procedures, and verification strategies.
• Create and maintain automated test solutions to improve efficiency and repeatability.
• Conduct system-level integration testing and performance validation.
• Identify, analyze, and resolve system, hardware, and software issues.
• Collaborate with internal engineering teams, contractors, suppliers, and stakeholders throughout facility development and activation projects.
• Support test readiness reviews and ensure facilities meet operational requirements.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance during facility design, construction, and commissioning activities.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience in the design, development, and activation of test facilities.
• Demonstrated experience working directly with contractors and suppliers involved in the design and construction of test facilities.
• Strong background in system integration, test engineering, verification, and validation activities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, highly technical environment.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Operational experience supporting engineering, test, or mission-critical environments.
• Product management experience.
• Experience leading complex technical projects and cross-functional teams.

Education & Experience

Bachelor's Degree and 12+ years of relevant professional experience; OR Master's Degree and 10+ years of relevant professional experience; OR 16+ years of directly related experience in lieu of a degree.

Why Join This Opportunity?

This is an opportunity to work on complex, high-visibility engineering programs where your expertise will directly influence the success of advanced testing and integration initiatives. You'll collaborate with industry-leading professionals, drive meaningful technical solutions, and play a critical role in delivering reliable, high-performance systems.

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