Space Operational Test and Evaluation Engineer

Responsibilities Develop and document test campaigns, clearly articulating objectives and measures of performance. Analyze test data and provide clear and actionable insights through reports. Collaborate with system engineering, software, hardware, and operations teams to ensure test coverage and traceability. Assist in development of modeling and simulation environments to supplement physical testing. Develop and maintain test scripts, tools, and automation frameworks. Effectively communicate complex analytical results to NSS leadership and government stakeholders. Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement of test processes and tools. Minimum Qualifications Hold a BS in engineering, physical sciences, mathematics or related technical field. Have at least 5 years of experience in testing DoD and/or IC-developed space systems. Demonstrated strong analytical problem‑solving skills. Experience with data analysis tools such as Python, MATLAB, and JMP. Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience preparing briefings and test reports. Hold an active TS/SCI security clearance. Eligibility requires U.S. citizenship. Preferred Qualifications Have an advanced degree in Physics, Space Systems Engineering, or related STEM with 10+ years of relevant experience. Background in space systems, satellite operations, or orbital mechanics. Demonstrated experience designing and conducting test campaigns. Experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) and software-in-the-loop (SWIL) testing. Familiarity with modeling and simulation, digital engineering, and Monte Carlo analysis. Experience with astrodynamics modeling tools such as STK, GMAT, FreeFlyer, or Orekit. Formal training in T&E methodologies. Experience directly supporting DoD space defense test programs. Special Working Conditions Occasional travel may be required to support sponsor briefings and test events. Equal Employment Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab