Tactical Integration Test Engineer - Senior

Tactical Integration Test Engineer - Senior

LOCATION: Eglin AFB, FL

JOB STATUS: Full-time

CLEARANCE: Secret

TRAVEL: 25%

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Tactical Integration Test Engineer - Senior located at the Eglin, AFB FL. 

Our tactical integration test team is searching for new test engineer professionals that can help us design and execute test events.  If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, learning new technology areas, this is the place for you. We provide a number of opportunities to learn ranging from on-the-job training with other team members to formal courses for unique technology areas.

We realize that no one will have all of these qualifications. We are looking for people that have a system engineering foundation and have the drive and motivation to learn all other required areas.  Position responsibilities can span from customized test configurations to lab infrastructure support.  This position provides support to the 46 Test Squadron at Eglin AFB as a member of a tactical integration team responsible for planning, designing, and executing test events for tactical integration programs

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• MS Degree in a Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field (i.e., EE, AE, ME, etc.) and 10 years of applicable experience. Additional years of relevant experience may be substituted for education.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret Clearance with the ability to qualify for a Top Secret Clearance. Interim Secret clearance required to start work.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Working knowledge of tactical data links.
• Ability to communicate and present technical details both written and verbally.
• Able to travel to contractors' facilities, test sites, and other locations, CONUS and OCONUS, up to 25% of the time.
• Strong work ethic; Comfortable working in a team environment with minimal supervision.
• Able to lift 50 lbs. unassisted.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS  

• Technical experience with DoD digital/tactical information distribution data links; preferably with Link 16, SADL, MANET and VMF.
• Able to evaluate tactical communications emerging technologies
• Technical experience in the areas related to data link radios, radio frequency waves/propagation, and ad hoc computer networks.
• Experience and knowledge of tactical datalinks such as CDL, Link 16 Joint Tactical Information Distribution System (JTIDS), Multinational Information Distribution System (MIDS) and SADL in both Line of Sight (LOS) and Beyond Line of Sight (BLOS) mission threads. Proficiency with the Microsoft Operating Systems.
• Understanding of DT&E processes, specifically acquisition program development and detailed knowledge of Air Force Command and Control (C2) test methodologies including AFI 99-103, Capabilities Based Test and Evaluation.
• Knowledge of systems analysis and application software development concepts, functions, and techniques.
• Good understanding of basic computer networking
• Security+ certification.
• Active DOD Secret Clearance adjudicated in the last 5 years.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform as a member of the 46 TS Tactical Integration Element (TIE) Test team.
• Interface directly with System Program Offices, other services, Joint Battle Labs as well as product development contractors. 
• Plan, execute, and report on and associated datalink systems including Common Data Link (CDL), Link 16, Situation Awareness Data Link (SADL), Integrated Data Modem (IDM), Remotely Operated Vehicle for Emplacement & Reconnaissance (ROVER), Tactical Assault Kits (TAK) to include WARHAWK, TRAX, Air Force Special Warfare and other like-systems.
• Operate datalink systems/equipment/protocols to include Link 16, J series messages, Variable Message Format (VMF), and Cursor on Target Systems (CoT), Video Datalinks (VDL), Mobile Ad hoc Networking (MANET) and various other joint and coalition capabilities.
• Proficient/familiar with various radios to include; Small Tactical Terminals (STT) and MIDS JTRS terminals, PRC-161, PRC-117G, PRC-152A, PRC-163, PRC-167, PRC-160, SADL, ROVER radios etc.
• As a technical leader in an engineering role, review customer requirements and participate in test planning meetings.
• Develop test plans and procedures, schedules, and execute a test within the constraints of customer requirements and produce timely test reports.
• Capable of performing as a team leader in directing and executing system testing.
• Author technical documents and briefings and conduct formal presentations.
• Travel to locations, as required, to conduct tests, collect and reduce data.