Test Engineer

Battelle; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 78,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible compressed work schedule

Hybrid work flexibility

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement savings plan

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Battelle's Critical Infrastructure Business Line in Washington, D.C. is seeking a Test Engineer to support and lead research, development, and evaluation of security systems for the Department of Homeland Security. This role requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and relevant work experience.

The Test Engineer will ensure comprehensive test planning, execution, and reporting while adhering to ISO standards and enhancing technology through lifecycle support. This full-time, on-site position offers a salary range of $78,000 to $113,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of relevant experience or a master's degree with relevant experience.
• Must be a sole U.S. citizen eligible for security clearance.
• Experience in the test and evaluation of security systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support test planning and execution.
• Conduct data collection, reduction, analysis, and technical report writing.
• Interact with clients regularly and provide strong oral and written communication.

Skills

Self-starter

Team player

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

Master's degree in a related field

PhD in a related field

Job description

Job Summary

Battelle's Critical Infrastructure Business Line is seeking a Test Engineer to lead and/or support the research, development, test, and evaluation of security systems and technology for the Department of Homeland Security. This is a full‑time, on‑site position based at Battelle's Crystal City Operations in Arlington, Virginia.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include leading and/or supporting test planning, test execution, data collection/reduction/analysis, and technical report writing. Applicable technical areas include non‑intrusive inspection and associated scientific disciplines, physical security applications, command and control integration, human factors, operations research, statistics, and engineering. Additional responsibilities include conducting engineering design reviews, engaging representatives of Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), and working directly with vendors and stakeholders to enhance technologies and capabilities through developmental lifecycle support. The candidate may also participate in scientific conferences, support and/or lead technical proposal development, and generate white papers for further research opportunities. Work is performed both in the field and at various laboratories, and the candidate is required to interact directly with the client on a regular basis and should possess strong oral and written communication skills, a solid background in Test and Evaluation, and an understanding of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) is also required.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (preferably engineering) from an accredited college or university with a minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience; or a master's degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be a self‑starter and team player with the ability to travel up to 25% annually.
• Sole U.S. citizenship with the eligibility and willingness to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret Security Clearance and TSA Security Suitability.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (preferably engineering) from an accredited college or university with five (5) years of relevant experience; or a master's degree with three (3) years of experience; or a PhD with one (1) year of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience in a related field.
• Active DOD Secret Security Clearance and TSA Security Suitability.
• Experience in the test and evaluation of Transportation Security Equipment (TSE).
• Experience applying statistics to analyze and report test results.
• Experience in formulating experimental design methods.
• Experience designing and/or implementing data collection hardware and techniques.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001:2015.

Salary Range And Compensation

• Battelle is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role is $78,000 to $113,000 per year, in addition to our comprehensive benefits package. A candidate’s salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to education, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications. Salary ranges may vary based on geographic location and market conditions.

Benefits

• Balance life through a compressed work schedule: Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
• Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in‑office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in‑office days, dependent on team and position needs.
• Take time to recharge: You get paid time off to support work‑life balance and keep motivated.
• Prioritize wellness: Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
• Better together: Coverage for partners, gender‑affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
• Build your financial future: Build financial stability with an industry‑leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
• Advance your education: Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.

Work Environment Where You Succeed

• Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects
• Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery
• Partner with world‑class experts in a collaborative environment
• Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders
• Give back to and improve our communities

Vaccinations & Safety Protocols

Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran‑status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.

The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.