Avionics Systems Test Engineer

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Position: Avionics Systems Test Engineer (Hardware in the Loop)

The successful Systems Test Engineer will assist in planning, developing, conducting, and presenting results for software based tests utilizing Space Launch System (SLS) Avionics hardware in the Integrated Avionics Test Facility (IATF) at Marshall Space Flight Center, in Huntsville, AL. The facility is comprised of the Systems Integration Lab (SIL) as well as the Software Integration Test Facilities (SITF). This exciting work is being performed to verify the integrated avionics system for NASA’s new, and destined to become the largest space launch vehicle in history. 

You can be a part of that history by: 

·        Developing and executing simulation based tests on SLS avionics hardware

·        Utilizing engineering knowledge and theories to develop and refine specific test procedures and methods for SLS avionics systems

·        Collecting and analyzing avionics systems data in order to evaluate the effect of variable inputs on complete avionics systems and individual components

·        Collaborating with a team of Government and contractor engineers providing engineering/scientific support

·        Providing data analysis, problem solving and troubleshooting using your knowledge of software, and systems engineering

·        Leveraging your unique talents to expand upon the capabilities of this diverse team

The Amentum Space Exploration Division (ASED) offers a partnership in which you can grow personally and professionally within a framework of strong leadership, competitive compensation, and rewarding career paths. Come join our team on the Engineering Services and Science Capability Augmentation (ESSCA) contract whose work is destined to have a long-range effect on future generations!

Education Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university in Aeronautical, Computer, or Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related STEM field is required.  

• Ph.D., with minimum of 9 years of experience, 
• MS with at least 13 years of experience, or 
• BS with at least 15-20 years of experience.

Required skills:

·        Experience with verification and validation activities as related to system level testing

·        Knowledge of databases

·        Ability to assimilate test requirements, develop test methodology including definition of needed test resources and perform software based tests

·        Ability to analyze data for validation and verification of test performance

·        Strong written and verbal communication skills

·        Willingness to perform occasional shift and weekend work

·        Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required. 

Preferred/Desired skills:

·        Experience using LabView

·        Experience with testing/test methodology and performing verification and validation activities at system level

·        Ability to develop and use data reduction and manipulation tools

·        Experience with system design requirements and data analysis for projects relating to electronics systems and instrumentation

·        Experience assisting in engineering studies and simulations

·        Experience troubleshooting avionics and flight systems

·        Ability to develop simple test scripts in Python and/or C/C++

·        Knowledge of MIL-STD-1553B, RS422 and Ethernet bus protocols and formats
  

Essential Functions

Work Environment

Office environment. Requires ability to provide clear, concise, accurate and timely communication, both verbally and in writing (100%). Requires ability to interact professionally with co-workers, management, and client (100%). May require travel in the domestic USA (<10%).

Physical Requirements

Requires sitting for extended periods of time in meetings with peers, management, and with our client at NASA facilities to discuss technical issues (10%). Also, requires sitting for extended periods of time at a desk to write reports and perform engineering tasks (80%). Requires ability to use stairs or elevators for access between floors and multiple buildings at NASA and Amentum facilities (10%).

Equipment and Machines

Requires ability to operate a personal computer, a telephone, fax machine, copier, calculator, and other general office equipment (100%).

Attendance

Normal workday is from 7:30 a.m. through 4:30 p.m., Monday thru Friday. Minimal overtime may be required (10%) to meet schedule milestones and to support technical demands of the job. Occasional weekend /shift work may be required.  Regular attendance is a necessity and adequate arrangements for delegating duties during absences are required.

Other Essential Functions

 The ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and to make rational decisions, and to exercise good judgment is essential (100%). Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

#ASED  #ESSCA   #Amentum

Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required.