AN/SQQ-89 SONAR TEST & EVALUATION (T&E) ENGINEER

Job Description

Job Description

MIKEL invests in people and technology – empowering the creative process, building responsive relationships, and propelling innovative solutions from conception to completion for the U.S. Navy. MIKEL is a small woman owned business that has been providing Undersea Warfare Solutions to the Department of Defense since the company’s inception in 1999.

Be a part of our dynamic team whose solutions and services enable the Navy to solve their toughest problems and meet their mission requirements. We have undersea operations experience, combined with engineering and specific subject matter expertise, that provides an in-depth understanding of the problem and a novel, innovative and cost-effective solution. MIKEL is committed to providing an environment that challenges its employees to use and advance their skills and knowledge to provide solutions that exceed customer expectations.

Position: AN/SQQ-89 SONAR Test & Evaluation (T&E) Engineer

Nature of Role: MIKEL is seeking a mid to senior-level professional to lead and execute test and evaluation (T&E) initiatives for NUWC Division Newport, Code 15 Sensors and SONAR. This role focuses on validating system performance through rigorous testing and analysis to ensure solutions meet mission requirements.

Responsibilities:

Include but are not limited to:

• Lead and execute Performance Verification Testing (PVT) and Government Independent Verification and Validation testing (GIV&V) for undersea warfare components to verify technical specifications.
• Oversee the technical operation and evaluation of the AN/SQQ-89 SONAR system during developmental and experimental test phases.
• Coordinate with AEGIS Combat System engineers to verify successful data integration and sensor interoperability.
• Utilize the U.S. Navy Preventative Maintenance System (PMS) and Combat System Operational Sequencing System (CSOSS) to maintain strict configuration control.
• Draft comprehensive test reports and technical documentation to communicate findings to Department of Defense stakeholders.

Requirements: 

• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD SECRET Security Clearance; clearance is required at the time of hire.
• Due to the nature of the work, U.S. citizenship is required .
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for technical reporting and team collaboration.
• Ability to travel up to 15% of the time to support off-site testing at sea or at vendor facilities.

Experience:

• Professional: 12–15 years of direct experience in AN/SQQ-89 SONAR system operations
• Education(Preferred):Bachelor ’s degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field, or an equivalent combination of education and military technical experience.

Work Location: On-Site Lockheed Martin - Manassas, Virginia

MIKEL offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes  Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), 401k Retirement Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and Tuition Reimbursement.

Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance or higher is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

MIKEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.