Test Engineer

Canvas, Inc.; Alabama; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Canvas, Inc. is looking for a Test Engineer to support evaluation activities for Project Office customers. The role involves designing test plans for Army missile systems and leading qualification testing, collaborating closely with facility staff.

The ideal candidate should possess a BS degree and have 5 years of relevant experience, including knowledge of military standards. A DoD Secret security clearance is required, and the position may involve 30% travel.

Qualifications

• 5 years of test and evaluation experience in Army weapon system qualification testing.
• Experience evaluating systems to ensure they meet military standards.
• Active US citizenship and DoD Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute Qualification test plans for Army missile systems.
• Lead and support qualification testing including Environmental and Safety tests.
• Collaborate with test facility staff to ensure test schedule execution.

Skills

Test and evaluation experience

Understanding of military standards (MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-464)

Hands-on test experience

Education

BS or BA degree

Job description

## Test EngineerApplylocations: Redstone Arsenal, ALtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR100519Canvas is seeking a Test Engineer to support test and evaluation activities for Project Office customers. This announcement may be used to fill multiple positions.**Description*** Responsible for designing and executing Qualification test plans to validate the functionality and quality of complex Army missile systems* Lead and support component, subsystem, and system-level qualification testing; test types may include Environmental, EMI/EMC, Safety, Human Factors. Includes on-site TDY testing support, completing training to operate weapon system equipment at test facility and performing Unit Under Test functional checks.* Ensure execution of test schedule by collaborating with test facility staff and daily status reporting to leadership.* Evaluate systems to ensure they meet military standards (MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461 and MIL-STD-464)* Identify potential weapon system issues and defects by performing tests on the system's features* Report findings to ensure the final product meets specifications, working closely with development teams across the product lifecycle* **This position involves physically climbing on top of military vehicles and weapon systems****Required Degree and Experience*** BS or BA degree* 5 years test and evaluation experience in Army weapon system qualification testing* Experience with evaluating systems to ensure they meet military standards (MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461 and MIL-STD-464)* Must be a US citizen* \*Active DoD Secret security clearance**Preferred Experience*** Hands on Test and Evaluation experience* Redstone Test Center (RTC) or other lab experience**Travel*** 30% estimateCanvas was founded by Jami Peyton in 2007 to deliver real-world engineering and technology solutions that strengthen national defense. Since then, we’ve been guided by technical excellence, operational insight, and a shared commitment to the warfighter. Teamwork drives everything we do, enabling close collaboration across programs, customers, and colleagues to solve complex challenges. Our work supports key national security priorities like missile defense, test and evaluation, digital transformation, and warfighter readiness. As an award-winning company built on integrity, agility, and innovation, Canvas continues to grow and deliver mission-critical solutions that support the future of national defense.