Systems Test Engineer

Position Title: Systems Test Engineer Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico Relocation Assistance: Not available at this time Remote/Telework: On-site Clearance Required: Active Top Secret / SCI Employment Type: Full Time, Salaried, Exempt Work Schedule: Standard business hours Travel: 10% – 25% This position supports a classified Department of Defense mission and is not an entry-level or clearance-sponsoring role. Applicants must meet all minimum requirements to be considered. Applications that do not follow the instructions below will be automatically disqualified. Only U.S. citizens with an active DoD Secret security clearance will be considered. Clearance level must be clearly listed on the resume. Resumes must be submitted in month/year format. Applicants who do not meet these requirements should not apply. Position Summary Aegis Aerospace, Inc. is seeking a mid-level Systems Test Engineer to support Department of Defense Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) activities. This role supports time-sensitive, mission-critical technology assessments across a range of defense domains. The selected candidate will contribute to impartial system-level evaluations that inform senior leadership decisions impacting operational missions worldwide. This position requires hands‑on involvement in test planning, execution, analysis, and reporting. Description of Duties The candidate will: Develop and direct the preparation and execution of comprehensive test plans, procedures, and schedules for conducting system-level tests. Analyze test results against specifications, requirements, and operational needs while identifying technical, schedule, and cost constraints. Ensure test adequacy by developing test methodologies, scenarios, and data collection plans. Perform technical analysis of complete systems and prepare comprehensive system-level evaluations. Assess commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) and government-off-the-shelf (GOTS) equipment specifications for operational use. Analyze, evaluate, and document test data and results. Produce formal test reports in accordance with established organizational standards. Present test results and assessments to senior leaders to support operational decision-making. Attend meetings and conduct interviews to support technology assessments and market studies. Lead assessment teams or serve as a data collector in support of other teams as required. Work independently and collaboratively within multi-disciplinary teams. Support other analysts in consolidating test results when required. Minimum Qualifications Must be a U.S. Citizen. Must possess and maintain an active Top‑Secret clearance with SCI eligibility. Bachelor’s degree in a related field with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree in a related field with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, or High School Diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience. Demonstrated experience with technical writing and formal reporting. Experience with Space Fundamentals, Satellite Communications (SATCOM), and/or Electronic Warfare (EW) in operational, research, or technical environments. Strong self‑motivation with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Ability to define operationally critical requirements in coordination with the customer and design tests to determine system performance. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. Ability to manage multiple projects, adapt to schedule changes, and meet short suspense deadlines. Experience with current and emerging defense technologies and a willingness to learn new systems. Desired Qualifications Experience supporting Joint Military or Special Operations missions and sustainment activities. Demonstrated ability to rapidly understand new technologies and resolve complex technical challenges. Experience working with multi-level classified information systems in a secure environment. Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline. Demonstrated history of professional or technical publications. Physical Requirements Ability to operate in office, industrial, shipboard, and field environments. Ability to climb ladders and work in confined spaces. Ability to tolerate extended exposure to extreme temperature variations. Ability to hike uphill and downhill while carrying up to 25 pounds of specialized equipment over improved and unimproved surfaces. Ability to lift and move materials within established single person lifting guidelines. Compensation Salary Range: $80,000 – $100,000 annually. Final compensation is based on experience, education, and directly relevant qualifications. Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veteran / Disability We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. This position is open to qualified applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Aegis Aerospace, Inc.