Senior Test Engineer

Collect, analyze, interpret, and validate test data to assess system reliability, interoperability, safety, and operational effectiveness

Develop, review, and maintain test plans, reports, after-action reviews, and technical documentation

Brief leadership, stakeholders, and customers on testing progress, findings, risks, and recommendations

Support troubleshooting efforts and corrective action implementation for identified system deficiencies

Support and lead fielding operations, customer demonstrations, operational exercises, and test range activities

Coordinate setup, execution, and teardown activities at testing locations and operational sites

Serve as alternate pilot/operator for Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) when required

Support domestic and international travel requirements in support of mission operations and testing events

Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 25% in support of testing activities, operational exercises, demonstrations, and customer requirements

Participate in and lead technical meetings, readiness reviews, program discussions, and customer engagements

Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure testing objectives, timelines, and deliverables are met

Support program leadership with technical recommendations, operational planning, and mission execution activities

Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or related technical field preferred (or equivalent experience)

Technical Degree preferred

The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in austere field conditions.

Ability to lift up to 15 pounds on occasion (e.g., transporting laptop, presentation materials, or small equipment).

Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling documents.

Clear vision and hearing required for meetings, presentations, and communication.

Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 30% of the time, which may include extended periods of standing, walking, or navigating airports and government facilities.

Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time

Ability to withstand abnormal environmental conditions

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Professional office environment with standard office equipment (computers, phones, printers).

Frequent interaction with clients, executives, and government officials in both in-person and virtual settings.

Regular travel to customer sites, government facilities, and industry events.

Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment requiring adaptability and responsiveness.

Work may occasionally be performed in secure government facilities, requiring adherence to security protocols.

This position may involve travel to government test sites, training ranges, and operational locations, including potential OCONUS destinations for short periods of time.

Work may be conducted in laboratory, workshop, office, and field environments with varying conditions.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. NTS will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws for employment.

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