Senior Test Engineer
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Precise Systems seeks a Senior Test Engineer for NSWC Dahlgren. The role is contingent upon contract award and requires a bachelor's or higher degree in engineering, computer/software engineering, or computer science. Candidates must have specified test engineering experience, including work with DoD weapon systems, Linux, and electronic warfare systems, Aegis, or SSDS. U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance are required.
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Precise Systems delivers integrated, mission-ready solutions that advance warfighter readiness and strengthen our nation’s most critical defense programs. Through the power of our combined capabilities, we provide deep expertise in Advanced Engineering; Digital Transformation; Electromagnetic Warfare; Interactive Training & Simulation; Physical Sciences Research; Platform Lifecycle Support; and Foreign Military Sales. Unified by decades of trusted performance and expanded through strategic growth, our team applies innovative technologies, engineering rigor, and customer-focused execution to solve complex challenges and accelerate mission success. Guided by our commitment to partnership, precision, and performance, we deliver the scalable solutions and technical excellence our customers depend on—today and into the future.
Precise Systems seeks a Senior Test Engineer for NSWC Dahlgren.
This role is contingent upon contract award to Precise Systems.
Required Education:
- Bachelor or higher degree from an accredited university in engineering, computer/software engineering or computer science.
Required Experience:
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Specialized Test Engineering experience - Three (3) years concurrent progressive experience with a demonstrated technical background in: Electronic Warfare Systems / Aegis / SSDS.
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Three (3) years experience working in a Linux operating environment and familiarity with shell scripting.
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Seven (7) years of demonstrated experience in the following areas:
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Conducting tests in support of DoD weapon systems
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Test and evaluation strategies, statistical analysis of data and engineering tools
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Understanding of concepts related to system performance testing and methods of system test design
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Agile methodologies
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Configuration Management (CM) processes and Configuration Control Board (CCB) support
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Use of simulations in a test environment
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Reporting, tracking, reproducing and verifying bugs
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Troubleshooting weapon control systems
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Understanding system actual and desired behavior
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Creation of test cases and procedures in accordance with DoD policies and instructions
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Development of test plans and procedures that trace to program requirements
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Planning and executing tests in both laboratory and field environments.
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Analyzing test data to assess system behavior and create final test reports.
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Ability to plan, design, coordinate, and control the progress of project work to meet sponsor objectives.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.
Precise Systems is dedicated to a shared vision and core values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, which foster innovation and drive our continued success in the global marketplace. Precise Systems and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, status as an individual with a disability, or any legally protected status under federal, state, or local law. Visit www.GoPrecise.com for a listing of current openings and our comprehensive, employee friendly benefits summary. Precise Systems participates in E-Verify.
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How this job compares
Set against the 3,091 open Test Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 3, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- Virginia median$90–144K/yr94 salary ranges
- US median$41–57/hr184 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 179 open Test Engineer jobs in Virginia and 3,091 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 7 years of experience — more than three in four Test Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for (median 5 years, across 2,599 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 1,691 of the 3,091 open Test Engineer jobs (55%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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