Sr Specialist, Systems Integration & Test Engineer (UAV Propulsion)

Job Title: Sr Specialist, Systems Integration & Test Engineer (UAV Propulsion)

Job Code: 31554

Job Location: Ashburn, VA

** Job Description:**

The Agile Development Group (ADG) specializes in developing disruptive, next-generation technologies for advanced Unmanned Air Systems (UAS / UAV), advanced radar systems, next-generation weapon systems, and other RF sensor technologies.

As the Systems Integration & Test Engineer, you will be responsible for maintenance, management, and care of propulsion test equipment and the execution of propulsion testing. You will act as the “Crew Chief” for an engine test platform, and liase with the UAS design team to define testing to assist in product verification and risk reduction activities. You will help define test scope, be responsible for updating the electromechanical design and instrumentation of test platform, manage documentation and configuration control, and support creation of test reports to communicate results. You will work alongside a small, multi-functional propulsion team to execute testing. Primary efforts will be propulsion related, but scope of the role also includes integration, testing, and troubleshooting of full UAS design.

Essential Functions:

• Hands-on lead for small verification test efforts including lab, chamber, ground and flight test with support from engineering

• Coordinate with team to create test plans: define unit under test, setup test equipment, identify and install sensors, utilize data acquisition systems, write test procedures, identify entry/exit criteria, host Test Readiness Reviews

• Execute system integration and engineering test efforts

• Support hands-on troubleshooting and RCCA efforts

• Own documentation for propulsion test platform

• Perform trade studies on a variety of systems and components

• Obtain and maintain any additional clearances as required

• Lifting up to 20 lbs

• 10% travel may be required

• Other duties as required

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience or a Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
• Active DoD Secret security clearance
• System level design experience in which the applicant has been involved in the design and integration of complex hardware/software systems, the definition of multiple interfaces and been involved in the trades of multiple solution options
• Hands-on experience being involved in system integration, engineering testing, and system performance characterization
• Basic electrical engineering skills, including soldering, cable builds, etc

** Preferred Additional Skills:**

• Exposure to/experience with engine or fuel system testing
• Strong knowledge of jet engine design, fuel system design, incompressible fluids modeling 
• A&P License or experience as mechanic
• Experience with and an understanding of aerospace systems, especially in the development of integrated hardware/software products
• Experience with prototyping and bench testing of components and subsystems
• Experience leading a small team to complete assigned program tasking
• Experience in using data acquisition systems, such as NIDAQ
• Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering
• Experience with Matlab, Simulink, LabView
• Experience in unmanned aircraft or guided weapon systems
• Experience in deriving requirements from customer objectives and concepts of operations
• Excellent people skills to include collaborating in a multi-disciplinary, diverse, and dynamic team environment
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, & presentation)
• Experience using Microsoft Office products

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