Mission Technologies, a division of HII · 12 hours ago
Test Engineer 3 - 26505
Nellis AFB, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$91K/yr - $135K/yr
5+ years expMission Technologies, a division of HII, is seeking a Test Engineer 3 to support the U.S. Air Force Warfare Center at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada. The role involves executing integration efforts on the Modeling, Simulation, and Training environment, providing high-end training capabilities for government personnel.
Defense & Space
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Perform a variety of test duties in support of 31st Combat Training Squadron’s Joint Simulation Environment (JSE) training systems located at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada
Support the JSE engineering team to prioritize and execute test objectives required for operational readiness of various flight simulators and associated mission debrief systems and tools
Perform component and system-level testing on JSE software, electrical, and mechanical components to sustain JSE Man-in-the-loop (MITL) training devices with special focus on maintaining highest levels effectiveness and reliability standards
Collect, maintain, and analyze simulator system test data for reports and documentation
Recommend changes and updates to flight simulators and support equipment as required
Perform required readiness checks on flight simulation equipment and instruments
Conduct and document preventative maintenance tests and checks required for simulator and support equipment
Assist in troubleshooting, repair, and documentation of malfunctions of simulators and support equipment
Assist with installation and check-out of simulator and support equipment modifications
Work from engineering drawings and written or verbal instructions
Apply comprehensive knowledge to help solve complex problems by interpreting technical manuals or similar documents
Support simulator development and testing on Software-in-the-Loop and Hardware-in-the-Loop components
Support peer reviews of modeling and simulation models, analysis tools, and other software modules as required
Develop test methods and implement simulation software test tools, and other automated test scripts as required
Facilitate rapid resolution of identified issues that impact operations thorough communication with task leads, program management, and other leadership as required
Collaborate daily with System Administrators, Field Technicians/Engineers, and customer engineering and program management teams
Support test data analysis and develop technical briefings and deliverables to engineering teams, program manager, and government customers as required
Generate relevant test data and report to support submission of deficiency reports (DRs) to relevant SMEs to find solutions and future improvements
Perform other engineering test duties as required
Qualification
Required
5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience
Strong communication, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills working independently and as part of a technical team
Demonstrated strong work ethic and initiative to troubleshoot, address, and prevent problems on complex tasks and systems
Must have had an Active DOD Top Secret clearance within the last 24 months
Ability to obtain and maintain DoD TS/SCI and relevant SAP/SAR Clearance
Preferred
Experience with Man-In-The-Loop (MITL) military flight simulators is highly desired
Experience with Air Force's 5th Generation flight training systems is highly desired
Demonstrated skills and experience with military aviation hardware and software development, integration, testing, and sustainment is highly desired
Knowledge and/or experience in a programming languages in the Red Hat Linux environments, such as C and C++, is desired
Candidates with math, science, engineering, or equivalent technical degree is desired
Knowledge and/or experience with DoD test methodologies and data analysis is desired
Benefits
Best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices
Wellness resources
Employee assistance programs
Savings Plan Options (401(k))
Financial planning tools
Life insurance
Employee discounts
Paid holidays and paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions
Company
Mission Technologies, a division of HII
HII’s Mission Technologies division develops integrated solutions that enable today’s connected, all-domain force.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Marc Sosa
Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer
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