nLogic is seeking a SATCOM Test and Evaluation Engineer to join our team in El Segundo, CA.
This job supports SSC within the SATCOM Lead Developmental Test and Evaluation Organization (LDTO). Daily tasks include developing T&E strategies, Test and Evaluation Master Plans including the Integrated Decision Support Key (IDSK), creating requirement verification and test plans, test objectives, test methodology, and evaluation criteria. As part of the LDTO team, you will assess program executed test activities, identify gaps/risks to mission implementation, develop briefings for Integrated Test Team, and execute LDTO-led test events. It is expected all individuals are familiar with DOD T&E guidance documents, deficiency reporting processes, and best practices. This job will also support T&E reviews, audits, Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), Deficiency Review Boards (DRBs), Materiel Improvement Process Review Boards (MIPRBs), and Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs). This opportunity is part of a larger LDTO team, sitting at both MSEIT locations in Colorado Springs, CO and El Segundo, CA.
The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the Air Force’s Space and Missiles System Center. We support the Air Force’s acquisition of state of the art Military Satellite Communications systems, providing global secure, survivable, and protected communications for our nation’s warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems.
Responsibilities:
Developing T&E strategy, Test and Evaluation Master Plan-Development Evaluation Framework, requirement verification and test plans, test objectives, test methodology, and evaluation criteria
Collecting, reviewing, analyzing, and reporting T&E data
Supporting implementation of common Test and Evaluation database for the program
Supporting development of DoD compliant deficiency reporting and resolution system
Supporting T&E reviews, audits, Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), Deficiency Review Boards (DRBs), Materiel Improvement Process Review Boards (MIPRBs), and Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs)
Position requires travel to DoD and contractor test sites (up to 25% per year)
Required Qualifications:
An active Secret clearance is required to be considered for this position
Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field
2+ years demonstrated experience in leading multi-faceted tests and test project teams, to include oversight of scheduling
5+ years test and evaluation experience with DoD/USAF test processes and documentation
Experience working with military or DoD civilian clients and managing professional relationships
Strong interpersonal skills, communication (oral and written), and presentation skills
Capable in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Preferred Qualifications:
Top Secret clearance
Technical Master’s degree
5+ years of test and evaluation experience on SATCOM systems
7+ years of systems engineering experience
INCOSE CSEP or ESEP certification
Work Conditions:
Work Model: On-site
Travel: Moderate
Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen. Current SECRET security clearance is required for consideration. This is a full-time position on-site in El Segundo, CA. The estimated salary for this position ranges from approximately $138,000 to $158,000 depending on relevant experience and qualifications.