Canvas · 20 hours ago
ICBM Developmental Test Engineer
Canvas is seeking a Test Engineer to support the Air Force with developmental testing of the Sentinel Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) program. The role involves planning, executing, analyzing, and reporting test activities to evaluate weapon system performance.
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Responsibilities
Develop comprehensive test plans and procedures based on system requirement specifications
Identify and define test resources, equipment, and instrumentation required for testing
Participate in system requirements and design reviews
Coordinate with external stakeholders (prime contractors, facilities, government entities, etc.) for test planning and execution
Brief government leadership on test plan methodology and associated test and safety risks
Oversee test execution and data collection activities
Analyze test data in accordance with a developed data analysis plan to evaluate performance against system requirements
Document system deficiencies and determine root cause analysis
Prepare test reports summarizing test results, conclusions, and recommendations regarding system performance
Present findings to technical stakeholders and programmatic decisionmakers in the form of briefings and reports
Identify opportunities to improve test processes, procedures, and methodologies
Adhere to all regulations and company policies related to safety, security, and compliance
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Field or a Master's Degree in an engineering field. Experience may be substituted for education with customer approval
3 years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Field
10 years of relevant work experience with a Master's Degree in an engineering field
Experience with DoD weapon systems, acquisition lifecycle, and developmental testing as it relates to systems engineering
Experience with specification requirement verification, including functional, performance and interface testing
Experience with statistical methods to determine test sample sizing and performance uncertainty
Experience with selecting instrumentation to collect test data
Ability to prioritize work to balance multiple projects and deadlines
Utilize resources effectively to accomplish work, including ability to work effectively alone and within a group
Personal and organizational interactions exhibit and foster cooperation and teamwork, enhance customer relations, and actively promote rapport with customers
Verbal and written communications are clear, concise, and appropriate for the audience
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance
Preferred
5 years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Field
15 years of relevant work experience with a Master's Degree in an engineering field
Experience working with DoD organizations, test organizations, and defense contractors
Experience working in a secured facility handling classified information
Familiarity with development and fielding of ICBM weapon systems
Systems engineering experience on a major defense acquisition program, including understanding methodologies and best practices
Familiarity with model-based systems engineering methods and tools such as Cameo and IBM DOORS