Systems Integrator / Test Engineer

Job Title

Systems Integrator / Test Engineer

Location

Herndon, VA - Herndon, VA 20171 US (Primary)

Job Description

Fibertek, Inc. is a leading developer of laser and electro-optic systems for the aerospace community, with key contributions to lasers for atmospheric sensing, laser communications, and lidar sensors for NASA, DoD, and other aerospace customers. We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join our Research and Development Division in Herndon, Virginia.

As the Systems Integrator / Test Engineer, you will lead the planning and execution of integration and test of complex spaceflight lasers and electro-optical systems. While most of the work will be hands-on, you will also be responsible for coordinating and supporting design efforts; defining test requirements; and generating component, assembly, and system level test documentation. This will require you to apply knowledge of mechanical, electrical, fluid, and power systems to solve the wide variety of technical problems inherent in the testing of complex hardware systems. You will need strong communication skills to coordinate across multidisciplinary engineering teams to lead the critical flight integration and test efforts.

Essential Job Duties:

• Develop test processes, test equipment designs, test configuration set-ups and systems integration using proven methodologies and techniques
• Design deliverable hardware, as well as ground support and special test equipment
• Requirements management and traceability to system verification and validation

Job Requirements

Experience and Expertise Required:

• Experience in Systems Engineering and/or other engineering disciplines with an emphasis on test requirements development, test planning, test documentation, and systems integration, verification, and validation.
• Experience developing and/or managing system requirements.
• Experience with spaceflight, electro-optic hardware integration is a plus.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Hold or can acquire a Secret Clearance preferred
• A minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM), with a Master's Degree in engineering preferred.

Salary Range: The annual base salary range for this position is $80,000-$150,000. This range reflects the compensation Fibertek reasonably expects to offer for this role. Placement within the range will depend on factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's experience, education and training, key skills, and relevant market and business considerations.

Benefits offered: The company provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; disability, life insurance, and AD&D; a 401(k) plan with a company match and immediate vesting; Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts; an Employee Assistance Program; education assistance; paid time off and holidays; flexible work schedules; and a 9/8/80 alternate workweek option.

FIBERTEK, Inc. is a recognized leader in advanced lasers, lidars and laser communication systems providing our DoD, NASA and aerospace customers discriminating capabilities. We pride ourselves in our innovation and customer success focused culture enabled by a creative and relaxed work environment. Fibertek fosters a progressive learning environment that values inspiration, promotes professional challenge and encourages personal growth. We offer a competitive and incentivized compensation package with excellent benefits.


Fibertek, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and experience. Fibertek does not engage in nor permits any discrimination in the workplace.