Role and Responsibilities:
We are seeking qualified SSDS Operators to support mission-critical naval operations and testing efforts. Duties include: system engineering, test analysis, and technical doc support. The position is located at Wallops Island, VA.
Position Duties:
- Either Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science or other technical degree and minimum of 4 years’ experience or no degree with a minimum of 10 years technical experience supporting Navy systems experience.
- Support all aspects of SSDS MK2 combat system and its peripheral system interfaces installed aboard USN platforms.
- Define and develop rigorous test standards for the T&E USN shipboard, land-based, and enterprise Integrated Combat System (ICS) products, software, and equipment.
- Review, test, validate, and verify element-level System Requirements Specification (SRS), System Subsystem Specification (SSS) and evaluate test results, and test trends and implement corrective action as needed.
- Review, create, develop, maintain, and execute test procedures for the conduct of Land Based Engineering Test (LBET), Combat System Integration Test (CSIT), Shipboard Developmental Test (SBDT), and Enterprise Test events
- Test and evaluate new software releases during product development
- Provide technical expertise on specific products, operating systems, and specialized environments
- Establish and maintain test processes and requirements documents
- Report and document test results and enter problems and issues into the Trouble Observation Report (TOR) database
- Configure necessary hardware and operating environments as needed to complete assigned testing
- Collaborate with product management and technical writers to ensure system and user manuals are in synch with the software to ensure that quality is "built in" from the ground up
- Interface with customers, vendors, and various company departments to resolve problems that cause test failures
- Assist junior engineers in the development of test procedures and actual test conduct
- Generate reports and review documents generated by junior engineers
- Review and study information from suppliers regarding materials and components to be utilized
- May work independently on small projects or assist more senior engineers
- Must have a valid driver’s license with own transportation and able to travel.
- Must be able to satisfactorily complete background check and get a government clearance.
- Must be able to follow company policies and procedures.
- Must be able to write, speak and understand English and able to write clear, detailed technical monthly reports.
Preferred Skills:
- Navy A/C School
Benefits
Competitive salary based on experience
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with employer match
Paid time off and federal holidays
Opportunity to support mission-critical Navy programs
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