Senior Test Engineer - DoD EW Systems, Lab & Field

Precise Systems, Inc.; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Precise Systems, Inc. is seeking a Senior Test Engineer for NSWC Dahlgren to design, execute and manage rigorous test activities supporting DoD weapon systems.

The role emphasizes test planning, data analysis, and validating system performance in both lab and field settings. The ideal candidate has a strong background in electronic warfare systems, Aegis/SSDS familiarity, Linux, shell scripting, and agile methods, with a path to security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or higher degree from an accredited university in engineering, computer/software engineering or computer science.
• Specialized Test Engineering experience - three years with EW systems / Aegis / SSDS.
• Three years experience in a Linux environment and shell scripting.
• Seven years of experience in DoD weapon systems testing, test strategies, data analysis, and test design.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Develop test plans and procedures traceable to program requirements.
• Plan and execute tests in laboratory and field environments.
• Analyze test data to assess system behavior and create final test reports.
• Troubleshoot weapon control systems and report/reproduce bugs.
• Support CM processes and configuration control boards; use simulations in testing.

Skills

Test engineering

Linux

Shell scripting

Agile methodologies

DoD testing

Test planning & reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer/science

Job description

Precise Systems, Inc. is seeking a Senior Test Engineer for NSWC Dahlgren to design, execute and manage rigorous test activities supporting DoD weapon systems.

The role emphasizes test planning, data analysis, and validating system performance in both lab and field settings. The ideal candidate has a strong background in electronic warfare systems, Aegis/SSDS familiarity, Linux, shell scripting, and agile methods, with a path to security clearance.