Test Specialist/Engineer

Overview

We are currently seeking a Test Specialist/Engineer to support the Naval Information Warfare Center Pacific (NIWC-PAC) Joint Test and Evaluation (JT&E) Programs.

Responsibilities

U.S. Citizenship is requirement to obtain a DoD Security Clearance

Essential Functions/Job Duties:

• Works under general supervision to:
  • Develop test & evaluation solutions through implementation of test artifacts (e.g. plans, test cases, procedures, reports, flowcharts, and diagram); studying system capabilities; analyzing alternative solutions; analyzing system specifications and requirements.
  • Generate test results by conducting and completing phases of test.
  • Independently troubleshoot advanced system issues and apply standard troubleshooting techniques to identify solutions.
  • Utilize system specifications and requirement documentations to support test development, execution and reporting.
  • Participate in project oriented meetings for the management, progression, and or closure of support activities.
  • Prepare documentation by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information using company and customer approved guidelines for test & evaluation report writing.

Equipment Used:

• Generic PC Workstation. 

Typical Working Conditions:

• General office environment
• Computer/Equipment lab.
• 100% on site (no remote)

Essential Physical Tasks:

• Potential to travel domestically 5-15% of the time.
• Ability to lift 10 lbs on an occasional basis.
• Ability to use a computer and mouse on a consistent basis. 

Written Communications:

• Operates standard computer based business tools (including but not limited to Microsoft Word and Excel) effectively.
• Independently generates documentation that presents ideas and/or information in a logical manner. Able to organize the information and use the best methods and/or formats for its delivery.

Verbal Communications:

• Demonstrates excellent clear and concise verbal communication skills.
• Active communicator – giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate.

Qualifications

Skills/Qualifications:

• Two (2) years of experience operating various Navy Command, Control, Communications, Computers, and Intelligence (C4I) systems, U.S. Military Communication Systems and associated interfaces and computer control equipment.
• Desire experience with Navy Command and Control (C2) operational concepts and environments; Navy C2 architectures, participants and operations involved.

Customer Interface Activities:

• Suitable inter-personnel and customer service skills required to interface with customers.
• Ability to effectively communicate with the customer, NIWC Pacific Center's staff, and peer contractor personnel.

Project Management / Staff Supervision Tasks:

• Follows Government, company, or project processes and approval methods.
• Ability to follow clear established process and team priorities.

Work Schedule:   

• 9/80 
• Must have ability to work within company and customer schedule requirements which may vary depending on criticality and necessity of a given task.
• The ability to work non-standard work hours and schedules in support of project requirements.

Minimum Education Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in a STEM field preferred
• High School Diploma required, with 4-6 years experience acceptable in lieu of Bachelor degree

Pay Range: $71,000.00 to $87,000.00 annually, DOE. 

U.S. Citizenship is required

Security Clearance:

Candidates must have an active clearance OR  the ability to obtain a US Government security clearance, and will be subject to a US security background investigation (i.e. favorable background investigation / credit score). Additional eligibility requirements for access to various levels of classified information may also be required. An active security clearance is highly desirable.

Tactical Engineering & Analysis, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Minority/Female/Disability/Protected Veteran Employer

Salary : $71,000 - $87,000