Test Engineer I

Altron, Inc.; Middletown, Northern (RI, KY); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Healthcare benefits (medical, dental,

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Altron, Inc. in Middletown, RI is seeking a Test Engineer to support test procedure development and system verification for Navy training systems. You will document results, report issues, and assist with hardware setup as part of a hands-on testing team.

The ideal candidate has DoD Secret clearance, familiarity with AN/BYG-1, and a willingness to travel for on-site testing events. This full-time role offers a comprehensive benefits package and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship and active DoD Secret clearance required.
• Experience with AN/BYG-1 Combat Control System or similar Navy systems.
• Familiar with submarine combat systems or Navy testing environments.
• Basic hands-on hardware/network installation or troubleshooting.
• Ability to follow procedures and document work accurately.
• Willingness to travel and learn new systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and update basic test procedures and documentation for readiness.
• Support senior testers during verification and events at sites.
• Identify and report functional or performance issues found in testing.
• Record results, update logs, and contribute to test reports.
• Assist with hardware setup, configuration, and troubleshooting.
• Participate in demonstrations and team discussions for system understanding.
• Support routine installation and maintenance of computer/network hardware.
• Maintain hardware inventories and document minor changes.
• Work on defined tasks with supervision, increasing responsibility over time.
• Predominantly standard business hours with testing-event adjustments.

Skills

DoD clearance

AN/BYG-1 familiarity

Navy training systems exposure

Hardware installation basics

Test documentation

Willingness to travel

Clear communication

Tools

AN/BYG-1 System

Job description

Description

We are seeking a Test Engineer to join our team in Middletown, RI. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting test procedure development, assisting senior engineers during system verification, documenting test results, identifying issues, and helping with basic hardware setup and troubleshooting. This position plays a key role in supporting Navy training system readiness through structured testing and accurate documentation.

The ideal candidate will bring experience with Navy submarine combat or training systems, including familiarity with AN/BYG-1, basic computer/network hardware skills, attention to detail, clear communication, and the ability to follow established procedures. If you enjoy hands-on technical work, learning complex systems, and supporting mission-focused test efforts, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

This is a full-time position. The annual base salary is $78,000 - $86,000, with final compensation based on experience and skills. U.S. citizenship is required, and candidates must have an active Department of Defense Secret security clearance at the time of hire.

In addition to a competitive base salary this position is eligible for a sign on bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare benefits (medical, dental, and vision), Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, 401(k) plan with matching company contributions, paid time off, holidays, and tuition and training reimbursement.

Requirements

You'll be responsible for:

• Assisting with the creation and updating of basic test procedures and documentation for Navy training system readiness.
• Supporting senior testers during system verification and acceptance events at customer or partner sites.
• Helping identify and report functional or performance issues found during testing.
• Recording test results, updating logs, and contributing to simple test report sections as directed.
• Assisting with setup, configuration, and basic troubleshooting of hardware, networks, and test environments.
• Participating in demonstrations and team discussions to gain understanding of system design and provide early test-related observations.
• Supporting routine installation and maintenance tasks for computer and network hardware under guidance.
• Maintaining hardware inventories and updating documentation for minor configuration changes.
• Working on clearly defined tasks with direct supervision, with opportunities to increase responsibility over time.
• Primarily working during standard business hours, with occasional planned schedule adjustments to support testing events.

Required Skills:

• U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Secret clearance at time of hire.
• Some experience with or exposure to the AN/BYG-1 Combat Control System (operator, maintainer, tester, or integrator experience all acceptable).
• Familiarity with submarine combat systems, the SWFTS community, or similar Navy tactical/training environments.
• Basic hands-on experience with computer or network hardware installation, maintenance, or troubleshooting.
• Ability to follow established procedures and accurately document work.
• Willingness to learn, ask questions, and develop stronger system knowledge.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Preferred Skills:

• Prior Navy or submarine operations experience, especially sonar or combat systems.
• Experience supporting Navy training systems or test events.
• Introductory familiarity with systems engineering or structured test methods.
• Basic understanding of networks, system integration, virtualization, or Linux/Windows environments.
• Strong attention to detail and interest in troubleshooting.
• Ability to work well within a technical team and adapt as requirements evolve.