STINGRAI Test & Evaluation (T&E) Engineer (Engineer Test 2) - 29313
$69,451–$135,000 year
On-siteTampa, Florida, United States
Job Summary
Design, plan, and execute DoD Test & Evaluation activities to verify system performance, security, and reliability for U.S. Special Operations Command. Develop detailed test plans, validation procedures, and data collection techniques while troubleshooting hardware and software issues observed during laboratory and facility-based testing. Analyze test data to interpret results and provide recommendations to stakeholders, documenting findings in clear technical reports that ensure adherence to DoD standards and SOCOM requirements. Maintain top-secret clearance and support Government Test Plans conducted jointly with U.S. Government personnel.
Required Qualifications
- Required Travel: 11 - 25%
- Security Clearance: Top Secret
- Level 2: 2 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 0 years experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years relevant experience
- Level 3: 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience
- Level 4: 9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience
- Level 5: 15 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 13 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 19 years relevant experience
- Experience supporting SOCOM, DoD T&E programs, FMS efforts, or similar defense test environments
- Knowledge of DoD Test & Evaluation processes, documentation standards, and data analysis methodologies
- Experience developing test plans, validation procedures, and test artifacts such as procedures, checklists, and technical reports
- Ability to perform laboratory‐based testing, evaluate component performance, and troubleshoot hardware/software issues
- Experience analyzing test data and presenting results clearly to government and contractor stakeholders
- Familiarity with system security testing, verification, and validation practices
- Ability to interpret system requirements and translate them into comprehensive test objectives and procedures
- Strong understanding of technical documentation, including system updates, ICDs, test reports, and configuration records
- Strong communication skills with the ability to brief technical findings to SOCOM, SCOs, and Mission Partners
- Ability to work collaboratively with engineering teams, government personnel, and test facility staff
- Clearance: Must possess and maintain a Top-Secret clearance
Desired Qualifications
- Prior experience supporting special operations systems, tactical mission equipment, or FMS system deliveries
- Knowledge of DoD system security engineering, cybersecurity test concepts, or security architecture validation
- Experience working at government test facilities or supporting formal developmental/operational test events
- Familiarity with RF, communications, electronic systems, or software‐based mission systems under test
- Experience developing improved T&E methodologies or automated data collection techniques
- Engineering certifications or specialized training in DoD T&E or system validation disciplines
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