Test Engineer

Aviation Systems Engineering Company; Naval Air Station Patuxent River (MD); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Maryland is seeking a Test Engineer to support NAVAIR's Persistent Maritime Unmanned Aircraft Systems Program Office. Responsibilities include developing and executing test cases and collaborating on system tests. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in a STEM field and possess operational experience in military deployments, along with effective communication and problem-solving skills. This role offers a salary range of $130,000 - $150,000 annually.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

401K match

Tuition assistance

Employee-owned business

Qualifications

• Operational experience as an MPRA TACCO/SEVAL during deployments is required.
• Previous experience with NAVAIR test environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support execution of VX-20 developmental test events.
• Develop detailed System Level III test cases and vignettes.
• Conduct hands-on System Level III testing within the labs.
• Collaborate with team members for System Level tests.
• Perform regression testing and maintain system integrity.
• Plan and execute Software Test Report validation events.
• Review and contribute to NATOPS documentation.
• Provide feedback on training content.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Job description

Description

Location: NAS Patuxent River, MD

Security Clearance Requirement: Active Secret with TS eligibility

Telework Eligible? No

As the Test Engineer, you will support workwithin NAVAIR's Persistent Maritime Unmanned Aircraft Systems Program Office (PMA-262).

Responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the execution of VX-20 developmental test (DT) events, ensuring accurate and effective implementation of test cases.
• Developing detailed System Level III test cases and vignettes covering the full range of Triton capabilities.
• Conducting hands-on System Level III testing within the Mission Development Lab (MDL) and Tactical Systems Integration Lab (TSIL).
• Collaborating with team members to support the creation of System Level I and II tests.
• Assisting the Integration Lead by performing regression testing and maintaining system integrity throughout updates.
• Planning and executing Software Test Report (STR) validation and verification events to support the STR Board (STRB) process.
• Reviewing and contributing to NATOPS documentation, including checklists, warnings/cautions/notes, and supplementary materials.
• Provide feedback on training content to ensure accuracy and operational relevance.

The job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM-related field is required.
• Operational experience as an MPRA TACCO/SEVAL during deployments is required.
• Previous experience with NAVAIR test environments is preferred.

Equally Important

• You are able to establish and maintain positive relationships with internal and external customers.
• You possess professional and effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• You take a proactive approach to your work and you're able to accomplish tasks with limited guidance and supervision.
• You have demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Your organizational skills allow you to manage competing priorities.

ASEC is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws.

Security Clearance Requirement

• This position requires U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Secret clearance. Selected candidate should be eligible to obtain a Top Secret clearance.

Salary Range

• The estimated salary range for this position will be $130,000 - $150,000 annually, based on an individual's level of experience and skill set. It is our goal at ASEC to provide equitable compensation to all employees.

Who We Are

ASEC offers meaningful work and a culture that supports your professional and personal growth. We are a 100% employee-owned business focused on providing value and innovation in the areas of engineering, information technology, training, and logistics. We believe in doing what is right for the Warfighter, plain and simple. We encourage you to explore what makes us different, visit our website now!

Why work at ASEC?

• 100% employee-owned. Learn more about our ESOP plan here!
• Comprehensive benefits package (11 paid holidays, medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA/FSA, disability insurance, and more!)
• 401K match
• Tuition assistance (undergraduate and graduate)
• Veteran friendly
• Thriving employee culture
• Employee discount program

We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote the most qualified persons for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other status protected by law. ASEC will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they choose to inquire about, discuss, or disclose their own compensation or the compensation of another employee or applicant.