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Test Engineer III

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Southern Pines, NCHybrid
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Requirements

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Top Secret clearance

Job overview

The Test Engineer III leads development and execution of comprehensive test plans for advanced aerospace and defense systems, managing multiple test projects to ensure product compliance and performance while collaborating with cross‑functional teams.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Test and Evaluation PrinciplesEngineering PrinciplesRequirements ManagementSystem DesignSystems IntegrationVerification and Validation ActivitiesReading SchematicsService ManualsLogical Troubleshooting TechniquesTesting EquipmentManual TestingAutomated TestingProduct and Quality Assurance PrinciplesCertification TestingMIL‑STD‑810DO‑160Aerospace and Defense Industry KnowledgeSafety Risk ManagementComputer Use for Extended PeriodsAbility to Lift Up to 25 LbsOccasional Travel

Qualifications

Bachelor's of Science in EngineeringHigher Level Relevant Degree May Substitute for Experience6+ Years Test Engineering ExperienceExperience Working in Multi‑Disciplinary Design and Development TeamsExperience With Planning, Conducting and Documenting Verification and Validation (v&v) ActivitiesU.S. Citizenship RequiredTop Secret Security Clearance Required

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Hybrid or in office

Southern Pines, NC

Full time

R0030891

Do you have an eye for detail and enjoy working with amazing products and tools? Join us in championing and protecting explorers and heroes! As a Test Engineer III, you will lead the development and execution of comprehensive test plans for advanced aerospace and defense systems. This role requires in-depth expertise in testing methodologies and the ability to manage multiple test projects simultaneously, ensuring product compliance and performance.

Our testing approach evolves with the design maturity, extending from initial stages through to post-production follow-ups on subsequent articles.

The role involves extensive system testing, aimed at assessing a broad spectrum of mission equipment such as communication, computing, navigation, and surveillance systems, to ensure they meet design and functionality standards.

Please note, this role does not require any knowledge or skills related to software or automation testing.

The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains – air, land, sea, space and cyber.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the development and execution of comprehensive test plans and procedures.

  • Oversee system-level, sub-system, and component-level testing, including functional, performance, and environmental test.

  • Perform detailed analysis of test data, identify root causes of issues, and provide actionable recommendations in a comprehensive test report.

  • Identify, document, troubleshoot, and facilitate resolution of issues and anomalies.

  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams to define test requirements and strategies.

  • Ensure test processes and equipment meet industry standards and regulatory requirements.

  • Generate content and lead internal/external meetings and briefs.

Qualifications You Must Have:

  • Bachelor's of Science in Engineering or related field.

  • 6+ years of experience in test engineering or a related role.

  • Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.

  • Advanced understanding of test and evaluation principles and methodologies.

  • Proven knowledge of engineering principles and practices.

  • Experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams.

  • Knowledge of requirements management, system design, and systems integration.

  • Experience with planning, conducting and documenting Verification and Validation (V&V) activities.

  • Ability to read schematics, use service manuals, follow test procedures, and use logical trouble shooting techniques.

Qualifications We Prefer:

  • Experience with various testing equipment, standards, and methodologies to include manual and automated testing

  • Ability to prepare complex and professional test plans, test procedures, and test reports in order to demonstrate compliance to system requirements.

  • Familiarity with Product and Quality Assurance principles and experienced in generation and disposition of product non-conformances.

  • Experience performing certification testing for various certification organizations (i.e. FAA, NASA, DoD).

  • Experience conducting testing per MIL-STD-810, DO-160, or other similar industry methods and standards.

  • Ability to read schematics, use service manuals, follow test procedures, and use logical trouble shooting techniques.

  • Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry.

  • Knowledge of safety risk management, risk mitigations, and industry standards.

Essential Functions:

  • Ability to work on a computer for extended periods.

  • Ability to lift up to 25 lbs regularly.

  • Occasional travel may be required.

  • Ability to work in an office, lab, hangar, or offsite environment.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more (https://www.sncorp.com/careers/total-rewards/) .

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances. (https://www.dcsa.mil/About/)

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

SNC is a trusted global leader in aerospace and national security. Our innovative solutions enable connected protection through command, control and communications systems, as well as ISR, cyber, electromagnetic spectrum management, and other high capabilities for systems across all domains – sea, land, air, space and cyber.

As a longstanding leader in defense technology, SNC is the optimum intersection of commercial, defense and non-traditional contractors. We are one of the only privately owned mid-tier A&D contractors and we pride ourselves on our ability to invest early and often to ensure mission success on or ahead of schedule. It’s part of our mission to always stay one step ahead; working on solutions today to solve the problems of tomorrow.

Founded in 1963, SNC is owned by Chairwoman Eren Ozmen and CEO Fatih Ozmen.

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