Integration & Test Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Integration & Test Engineer

Job Description

The Integration & Test Engineer plays a hands-on role within a systems engineering organization, focusing on integrating software and hardware on complex electronic warfare systems. You will work on cutting-edge technology, contribute to both new development and legacy upgrade programs, and collaborate with experienced engineers to ensure systems perform reliably and meet rigorous requirements.

Responsibilities

• Integrate software and hardware components on operational systems to ensure seamless end-to-end functionality.
• Plan, execute, and document system-level integration and test activities for complex electronic warfare and radar signal processing systems.
• Develop and validate system requirements, interfaces, and architectures to support robust system performance.
• Perform testing and troubleshooting of integrated systems, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Use test engineering tools and equipment, including oscilloscopes and other diagnostic instruments, to verify system behavior.
• Support the development and refinement of system test procedures, test plans, and test reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams in an Agile development environment to align integration and test activities with project milestones.
• Apply modern DevOps tools and principles to support continuous integration, automated testing, and efficient deployment workflows.
• Work independently on assigned tasks while actively contributing to team goals and shared technical solutions.
• Participate in both new research and development programs and upgrades of legacy technologies, ensuring smooth integration of new capabilities into existing systems.

Essential Skills

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
• Experience with software and hardware integration in complex technical systems.
• Proficiency with the Linux operating system, including use in development, test, or deployment environments.
• Hands-on experience with testing and troubleshooting electronic systems.
• Experience with electronic warfare (EW) and radar signal processing systems.
• Experience developing and testing system requirements, interfaces, and architectures.
• Experience working in an Agile development environment.
• Experience with modern DevOps tools and principles.
• Ability to work independently as well as effectively within a collaborative team setting.
• Comfort working in a hands-on lab or systems environment using test equipment such as oscilloscopes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Background in systems engineering disciplines such as requirements, system integration, and system test.
• Exposure to large, multi-program engineering environments with both new development and legacy systems.
• Interest in electronic warfare and advanced radar technologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for diagnosing complex system issues.
• Effective communication skills for documenting test results and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
• Adaptability to work across different business lines and program types within a systems engineering organization.

Work Environment

This role is based on a large engineering campus in Syracuse, NY, with a significant portion of the site consisting of secured areas supporting advanced technology programs. Approximately 1,600 people work at the location, with more than 700 professionals in engineering. The Systems Engineering group includes about 180 team members organized into areas such as requirements, system integration, system test, and special systems, and the broader systems team spans around 10 groups across five different business lines. The work schedule follows a 9/80 structure, offering relatively flexible hours. Engineers support several new development programs that are driving growth, as well as multiple legacy programs that require ongoing upgrades and enhancements. The environment emphasizes collaboration, exposure to cutting-edge technology, and opportunities to work on exciting programs that blend modern solutions with established systems.

This is a Contract position based out of Syracuse, NY.

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $65.00/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)

This is a Contract position based out of Syracuse, NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 28, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Syracuse,NY.

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