Overview
Airspace Test Engineer
Be the Difference
Astrion offers comprehensive services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success across various domains, from Cyber to Digital, Mission and Systems, servicing our nation's Civilian, Defense and Space communities. We support customers with Centers of Excellence in Washington DC, Huntsville, AL and Burlington, MA with an additional 36 locations across the U.S.
Astrion has an exciting opportunity for an ET-4 Airspace Test Engineer for the TMAS 2 96 CTG Task Order, supporting the 45 TS / TGAA.
Astrion has an exciting opportunity for an Airspace Test Engineer on the Kessel Run (KR) Air Operations Center Block 20 test team to provide test engineering support and expertise. This position supports the 96 Cyberspace Test Group (96 CTG), 45 Test Squadron, Air Ops Command and Control (C2) Test Flight at Eglin AFB, FL. Kessel Run is the digital transformation of various programs of record. Specifically, KR rapidly delivers capabilities through Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) process and 45 TS tests the resultant capabilities on a continuous basis. This position supports the digital transformation of the Air Operations Center (AOC) Weapon System (WS) Block 10 Modernization Program through testing Airspace as well as other C2 applications.
JOB DETAILS
LOCATION: Eglin AFB, FL
JOB STATUS: FT
TRAVEL: 20% - 25%
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
- Master’s Degree in an applicable field. A Bachelor’s degree plus 10 years of experience; or 12 years’ experience may be substituted.
- Relevant experience in one of the following: Air Operations Center (AOC) Airspace Management Team or Air Traffic Controller
- Experience creating, producing and disseminating airspace control order (ACO)
- Prior experience in air traffic control/management
- Demonstrated effective work on a team and lead/direct the work of others
- Proficiency in the use and integration of MS Office applications
- Must be able to effectively communicate orally and possess technical writing skills
- Must be able to obtain/maintain Secret clearance - US Citizenship required
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
- Prior experience or knowledge on AOC Weapon System applications with the competency to learn other C2 systems
- Familiar with the AOC Combat Plans division, teams, and processes, along with the software applications that support those processes
- Familiar with creating an airspace control plan (ACP)
- Understanding of developmental test and evaluation processes, specifically - acquisition program development and detailed knowledge of Air Force C2 test methodologies including AFI 99-103. Familiarity with Design of Experiments
- AGILE Software Development testing. AGILE test design, execution and reporting as part of DevOps and continuous testing
- Ability to interface with prime contractors developing the system under test (SUT) regarding test objectives, schedules, budgets, and methods of test
RESPONSIBILITIES
This position requires a highly motivated individual with experience in airspace management. Responsibilities include:
- Providing airspace technical leadership and frequently serve as the technical advisor for development testing of airspace applications
- Coordinating with test team members on matters concerning ACO development, production and dissemination
- Executing the development, generation, and dissemination of the ACO using the system under test
- Providing inputs on airspace considerations for ATO development and execution
- Conducting data analysis and apply knowledge of engineering technology. These tasks include test and evaluation, support, logistics, sustainment, operations analyses, technical studies, and various analyses/support activities including program/system security
- Assisting in the development of test objectives/criteria, performance measures, test phase entry/exit criteria, analysis of design constraints, functional capabilities, and metrics
- Preparing, executing, reviewing, and analyzing test plans, procedures, metrics, and reports throughout the software development lifecycle
- Supporting and in some cases leading Developmental Test and Evaluation (DT&E), Operational Test (OT), Force Development Evaluation (FDE), Risk Reduction Testing (RRT) and certification for test readiness. Identify deficiencies, verify compliance with specifications and standards, and assess stability of various system configurations
- Coordinating schedules, pre-and post-test activities, logistics of test planning, and test results
- Supporting senior engineers when interacting with System Program Offices, other military services, and development contractors
What We Offer
- Competitive salaries
- Continuing education assistance
- Professional development allotment
- Multiple healthcare benefits packages
- 401K with employer matching
- Paid time off (PTO) along with a federally recognized holiday schedule
Who We Are
At Astrion, we innovate, elevate, and shape the world of tomorrow. At our core is our purpose to “Be the Difference”. This means we encourage our employees to take action and be the driving force for positive change. We foster an environment where innovative solutions flourish and our company continuously evolves.
We have a culture of care, empathy, and making a tangible difference within our organization and communities. We embrace continuous learning, growth, and innovation, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. We promote collaboration and empowering our teams is at the core of our success.
Join Astrion and Be the Difference in your career and the world!
Astrion is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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