Test Engineer - System level BMD Flight Test Support
Job Description:
Candidate will provide support to the MDA Combined Test Force (CTF) Test Operations Division (MDA/DTCO) in the area of Ballistic Missile Defense System (BMDS) System Flight Tests, or Capability Development. There is a need to fill several positions in both Teams. Of primary interest are candidates with proven experience supporting the execution of complex test events. Test experience with any of the missile defense elements is of interest as well, though not as critical.
Responsibilites:
Serves as SETA supporting the BMDS System Mission Manager of those BMD System tests managed at the Combined Test Force in Huntsville, AL. Supports Call BMDS level flight test planning and execution. Coordinates with the BMDS Test Team (system and element), MDA Systems Engineering, MDA/DTR Test Resources, MDA Operational Test Agency, the Warfighter, BMDS Elements and other organizations to track System Objectives, map the System Objectives to a Campaign of test events, document flight test requirements and report on System Objective demonstration. Prepares initial drafts of Test Directives, Background Papers, and Pre & Post Test Memorandums for OSD AT&L. Plans and supports executive test and data reviews. Develops mission checklists and launch constraint criteria. Provides on-site support at test events. Directly supports the execution of MDA flight test events to include roles on console during test execution. Provides knowledge and understanding of communications systems to include classified network links between BMDS elements. Assesses system flight test design, identifies issues, and provides recommendations. Writes white papers, point papers, etc as directed by the government customer. Provide inputs to the weekly CTF staff meetings, weekly activity reports, Monthly Test Reviews, and daily updates to the BMDS Test Event Summary. Interfaces with MDA staff to coordinate planning, execution, analysis and reporting of test events.
Requirements:
- Experience with executing large complex system or system-of-system test events is required to include the preparation activities leading up to, and during mission conduct.
- Experience executing missile flight test events is desired.
- Experience with writing system test plans and documentation in support of flight test execution activities is required.
- Requires strong communication skills (written and verbal) with an ability to generate concise briefings as well as developing detailed technical documents. Also requires an ability to interface directly with the customer and facilitate the solution of problems with a broad number of stakeholders.
- Strong program management and organizational skills along with the ability to perform multiple concurrent activities.
- Must understand the principles of staff activities: communication, coordination, timeliness, and teamwork. Possess excellent communications skills. Must be able to present complex materials to management and senior leadership.
- Experience with test ranges (or MRTFB), to include their capabilities and procedures. This should include an understanding of the development and implementation of range requirements documents (UDS).
- Experience with test conduct on mission consoles (mission director, range coordination officer, flight safety officer, (etc.)
- Knowledge of the BMD System of Systems concept, BMDS system performance assessment, and test and evaluation methodologies is desired
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Project/ Scheduling Applications, and Access. Must be highly proficient in MS PowerPoint
Education:
BS degree in technical discipline with minimum of five years system test experience or experience supporting major acquisition program is required. Master of Science Degree is preferred.
Clearance:
Secret with ability to obtain a Top Secret
Location:
Huntsville, AL
To apply, please send resume, cover letter and salary history to:
Human Resources
Millennium Engineering and Integration Company
2231 Crystal Drive; Suite 711
Arlington, VA 22202
humanresources@meicompany.com
* MEI offers a comprehensive benefits package. MEI is An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. MEI does not discriminate on any basis prohibited by applicable law including race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, citizenship status, or Vietnam era or special disabled veteran's status in recruitment, employment, promotion, compensation, benefits, or training. It is also MEI's policy to maintain a work environment free from discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation.
Job Req: 293
Posted: 5/01/2008
