Senior Test Engineer - Systems

Leonardo DRS; Bridgeton (MO); Hybrid; USD 93,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Leonardo DRS Land Systems is seeking a Senior Test Engineer in Bridgeton, MO. The role focuses on systems-level test planning and execution with minimal software scope, and includes designing, developing, and supporting testing across multiple technology areas.

The position offers a hybrid/in-person option and requires a bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of test engineering experience. You will collaborate with other disciplines to ensure products meet specifications and performance standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline is required.
• 5+ years of test engineering experience or similar.
• Systems hardware testing experience required.
• Experience with MIL STD 810G or MIL STD 461E environmental testing.
• Proficiency with precision test/measurement devices and sensor selection.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Detail-oriented and able to work independently or in a team.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, analyze, document and support testing of products, systems, or subsystems.
• Create processes to ensure products meet requirements and specifications.
• Lead design and development of test programs to measure functionality and integrity.
• Write test plans and procedures to evaluate performance.
• Design and setup instrumentation for measuring test parameters (strain, pressure, acceleration, temp).
• Analyze data to verify performance criteria.
• Provide budget, cost and schedule inputs for assignments and proposals.
• Work independently and report progress regularly.
• Arrange offsite testing of hardware at external facilities.
• Mentor less-experienced engineers and support personnel.

Skills

Test engineering

Systems testing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Microsoft Office

Travel 10-15%

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Measurement equipment

Test instrumentation

MIL-STD testing

Job description

Location: Bridgeton, MO, US, 63044

Job ID:115526

The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of complex technologies into new and legacy systems and platforms for global military and commercial customers. We are a 6 year running Top Workplace in the Greater St. Louis area.

Job Summary

Leonardo DRS Land Systems isseeking a full time Senior Test Engineer with expertise in systems level test planning and execution, including the design, development, analysis, documentation, and support of testing of complex products, systems or subsystems. This position is based out of our Bridgeton, MO facility and will have the option to work an in person or hybrid schedule. The candidate must have the ability to determine how to create a process that would best test a product in order to assure that the product meets applicable requirements and specifications. The selected candidate will work with other engineering disciplines and use their test engineering expertise to verify various systems and subsystems across multiple technology areas. This role has minimal to no software scope.

Job Responsibilities

• Design, develop, analyze, document and support testing of products, systems, or subsystems (with electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and/or software components).
• Determine how to create processes to best test a product in order to assure that the product meets applicable requirements and specifications.
• Lead the design and development of test programs to measure the functionality and integrity of products and services.
• Write test plans and procedures to evaluate the ability of products to meet performance standards and specifications.
• Design and setup instrumentation for measuring test parameters, e.g. strain, pressure, acceleration, temperature, etc.
• Analyze measurement data to verify performance criteria.
• Provide budget, cost and schedule inputs for assignments and proposals.
• Be able to work independently, regularly reporting progress and status.
• Arrange scheduling and costs for offsite testing of hardware at off-site facilities.
• Responsible for completion of activities on time and budget.
• Provide technical knowledge and assistance to other engineers and support personnel.
• May use computer-aided engineering or other design/analysis software to design vibration fixtures, design test cells and layouts, and design support equipment to conduct testing.
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization.
• Attend appropriate engineering, customer or business meetings.
• Lead less-experienced engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline.
• 5+years of test engineering experience or similar.
• Systems Hardware testing experience.
• Understanding and ability to design and perform product environmental testing based on the requirements provided in MIL STD 810G or MIL STD 461E or equivalent.
• Experience with precision test, measurement devices, and sensor selection.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills, written and verbal.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to work well in a team environment as well as independently with little day-to-day guidance.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office products.
• Fluency in technologies and application domain
• Ability to lead a technical group independently
• Travel is required (10-15%).

The salary range for this position is $93,121.00/year - $125,713.00/year for the state of Illinois. This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for: annual performance-based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave), parental leave benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, and life and disability insurance coverage.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #LSY

Our Vision. To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:

• Integrity
• Agility
• Excellence
• Customer Focus
• Community & Respect
• Innovation

We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.