Test Specialist

COMPA Industries, Inc.; West Mifflin (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

COMPA Industries, Inc. seeks a Test Specialist for Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory in West Mifflin, PA. The role focuses on certifying hardware/software changes for the A4W FITE platform and validating test programs against plant responses.

You will cross-train on the A1B FITE platform and learn the simulation software while supporting field changes at Bettis and traveling to NNPP sites twice a year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.
• EOOW/PPWO/EWS qualification required.
• Able to cross-train on A1B platform.
• Able to learn the simulation software platform.
• Willingness to travel to Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program sites twice yearly.

Responsibilities

• Certify hardware and software field changes for the A4W FITE platform prior to deployment.
• Run test programs focused on plant operations and verify FITE values against expected plant response.
• Cross-train on the A1B FITE platform.
• Learn and operate the FITE simulation software platform.
• Support other groups developing field changes on Bettis’ FITE preproduction units.
• Travel semiannually to other Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program sites.

Skills

EOOW qualification

PPWO qualification

EWS qualification

A4W cross-training

A1B cross-training

Simulation software

Travel to NNPP sites

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: West Mifflin, PA (On-site, up to 10% telework)
Pay Rate: $65–$75/hr
Contract: 2-year contract
Work Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Clearance: DOE “L” required

About the Role

We are recruiting for a Test Specialist to join a team at Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory in West Mifflin, PA. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory develops advanced naval nuclear propulsion technology for the safety and reliability of the Navy’s submarine and aircraft carrier fleet, and this team is looking for an experienced A4W propulsion plant operator to serve as a Test Engineer supporting A4W Fleet Interactive Training Equipment (FITE). FITEs are high-fidelity simulation platforms used to develop and maintain the operational readiness of the deployed fleet. You will support the A4W FITE platform and cross-train to support the A1B FITE platform. Test Engineers certify hardware and software field changes before they are deployed to FITE sites, with test programs focused on plant operations and on confirming that FITE operating values match expected plant response.

Key Responsibilities

• Certify hardware and software field changes for the A4W FITE platform prior to deployment to FITE sites.
• Run test programs focused on plant operations, confirming FITE operating values against expected plant response.
• Cross-train on and support the A1B FITE platform.
• Learn and work within the FITE simulation software platform.
• Support other groups developing field changes on the FITE preproduction units located at Bettis.
• Travel semiannually to other Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program sites.

Required Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology from an accredited college or university and a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.

Top Skills & Requirements

• Previous A4W qualification as Engineering Officer of the Watch (EOOW), Propulsion Plant Watch Officer (PPWO), or Engineering Watch Supervisor (EWS).
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to cross-train on the A1B platform.
• Ability to learn the simulation software platform.
• Ability to travel semiannually to other Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program sites.

Security Clearance

A DOE “L” clearance is required for this position. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE “L” security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and team-building skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team to solve complex problems.
• Ability to work independently and complete all aspects of assignments with minimal direction from management.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including communicating with management and interfacing organizations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.

Contract Details

Duration: 2-year contract. Any extension is at the discretion of the hiring manager and is not guaranteed.
Estimated Hours: Approximately 2,080 straight-time hours per year (full-time).
Work Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week; up to approximately 10% telework.

Why Work at COMPA Industries?

We strive to provide careers, not just jobs, for our employees. We invest in and serve the communities where we work and live. We provide best-in-class administrative, professional, and technical services to solve complex problems to meet customer mission‑critical objectives.

For over 30 years, Compa has been a trusted partner in progress. We combine decades of technical expertise with a forward‑thinking spirit, tackling intricate challenges in nuclear facilities alongside the brightest minds in science and engineering. Join us, and don’t just build your career, build the future, with competitive compensation, a collaborative culture, and the chance to make a real difference for national security and beyond.

COMPA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected status.