Systems Test and Avionics Data Analysis Engineer

Amentum; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education reimbursement

Mentoring programs

Team Lead Academy

Networking events

Well-being benefits

Job summary

Amentum Space Exploration Division (ASED) is seeking a seasoned engineer to lead test and analysis activities for space avionics verification. You will design and execute test plans, analyze results, and drive verification strategies in collaboration with Systems Engineering, Software, and Hardware teams.

Ideal candidates bring hands-on experience with HWIL environments, DOORS, Python/XML/C, and a strong commitment to programmatic test excellence in a dynamic, mission‑driven setting.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited university preferred.
• BS with 5–15 years of relevant experience or MS with 3–13 years.
• U.S. Citizenship and STAR ID required.

Responsibilities

• Lead test and analysis activities across verification of avionics systems.
• Develop and execute test plans, procedures, and data analysis plans.
• Collaborate with Systems Engineering, Software, Test and Electrical teams.
• Maintain and improve a library of test procedures and verification methodologies.

Job description

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Primary Activities Involved with this Position

Test and Analysis Leadership

• Become a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in a library of flight avionics requirements and their application to both test execution and post-test data analysis. Develop in-depth knowledge of Space Launch System (SLS) avionics, system behavior, and verification methodologies.
• Design and execute both test plans/procedures and data analysis plans supporting verification of integrated avionics systems and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) simulation environments.
• Evaluate test results and analysis products to verify compliance with requirements, investigate anomalies, and assess system performance.
• Participate in the development of requirements, verification strategies, and Detailed Verification Objectives (DVOs), ensuring test and analysis approaches align with technical intent.
• Correlate test findings with analytical assessments to validate system capabilities, behaviors, and performance against established requirements.
• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve a library of flight avionics test procedures, analysis procedures, and verification methodologies.
• Serve as an owner of the test and analysis process, proactively engaging with cross-functional organizations to resolve technical issues and improve verification effectiveness.
• Communicate clear, concise, and actionable insights regarding integrated system performance, test outcomes, analytical findings, and verification status.
• Collaborate with Systems Engineering, Software Development, Test, and Electrical Integration teams to ensure testing and analysis activities collectively satisfy requirements and verification objectives.

Technical Execution

• Design, execute, troubleshoot, and debug system-level test procedures and verification activities.
• Develop test automation, analysis tools, and verification software using languages such as Python, XML, or C.
• Work effectively within Linux-based development and test environments, including use of command-line utilities and editing tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related STEM discipline required.
• Degree from an ABET-accredited university preferred.
• Typically requires a BS with 5-15 years of relevant experience, or an MS with 3-13 years of relevant experience.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and possess a STAR ID.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with NASA flight avionics testing, verification, and data analysis.
• Experience developing and executing both system test plans and data analysis plans.
• Experience performing detailed requirements verification through test execution, post-test analysis, and DVO assessment.
• Experience with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) laboratories and simulation environments.
• Experience developing automated test cases, verification scripts, or analysis tools using Python, XML, or C.
• Experience authoring technical documentation, including test plans, analysis plans, verification reports, and data analysis reports.
• Experience supporting hands‑on system integration, troubleshooting, and laboratory operations using diagnostic hardware and software tools.
• Experience with DOORS and/or DOORS Next Generation (DNG).
• Exposure to Engineering Test Management (ETM) environment.
• Experience using Atlassian Jira and related configuration management environments.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering team environment.

Essential Functions

Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required.

Work Environment:

Office environment. Requires ability to provide clear, concise, accurate and timely communication, both verbally and in writing (100%). Requires ability to interact professionally with co-workers, management, and client (100%). Requires travel in the domestic USA (5%). Requires ability to work at a computer for long periods of time (100%).

Physical Requirements:

Requires sitting for extended periods of time in meetings with peers, management, and with our client at NASA facilities to discuss technical issues (10%). Also, requires sitting for extended periods of time at a desk to write reports and perform engineering tasks (80%). Requires ability to use stairs or elevators for access between floors and multiple buildings at NASA and our facilities (10%).

Equipment and Machines:

Requires ability to operate a personal computer, a telephone, fax machine, copier, calculator, and other general office equipment (100%).

Attendance:

Normal workday 7:30-4:30, Monday thru Friday. Minimal overtime may be required (10%) to meet schedule milestones and to support technical demands of the job. Regular attendance is a necessity, and adequate arrangements for delegating duties during absences are required.

Other Essential Functions:

The ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and to make rational decisions, and to exercise good judgment is essential (100%). Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

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Compensation Details:

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Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

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