Sys Integration & Test Engineer Secret Clearance

Systems Integration & Test Engineer (Active Secret Clearance Required)

Pay: $78.80/hr

Location: Grand Prairie, TX

Schedule: 4/10 First Shift (Four 10-Hour Days)

Duration: 12-Month Contract

Clearance: Active Secret Clearance Required

Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite

Position Overview

We are seeking a Systems Integration & Test Engineer to support advanced defense and aerospace development programs. This position is responsible for system integration, electronic testing, verification and validation activities, and test execution supporting complex hardware and software systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute test plans, procedures, schedules, and reports.

• Perform Design Verification Testing (DVT) activities.

• Conduct system and subsystem verification and validation testing.

• Integrate hardware, software, and COTS/GOTS components.

• Analyze test data and document results.

• Perform root cause failure analysis and troubleshooting.

• Generate discrepancy reports and support corrective actions.

• Execute regression testing following implemented fixes.

• Review requirements and develop methods to validate system performance.

• Coordinate testing activities with engineering teams and stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Active Secret Clearance required at start.

• 6+ years of experience in systems integration, testing, verification, or validation engineering.

• Experience with Design Verification Testing (DVT).

• Experience developing and executing detailed test plans and procedures.

• Strong experience in electronic testing and troubleshooting.

• Experience analyzing test results and creating technical reports.

• Root cause failure analysis experience.

• Experience verifying and validating complex electrical or electronic systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Aerospace or defense industry experience.

• Missile defense, radar, weapons systems, or military electronics experience.

• Experience supporting system-level integration efforts.

• Familiarity with COTS and GOTS components.

Why Apply?

• Work on advanced defense technologies.

• Long-term contract opportunity.

• Potential for extension and/or direct employment; neither is guaranteed.

• High-impact engineering role supporting mission-critical programs.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Grand Prairie, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $78.80 - $78.80/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Grand Prairie, TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Grand Prairie,TX.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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