Test Engineer 1 with Security Clearance
The Test Engineer 1 role at Confidential Client involves conducting comprehensive system-level performance and interoperability analyses to support Missile Defense System testing, including flight, ground, and simulation-based events. The position requires collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to perform pre-mission, on-site, and post-mission analyses, utilizing tools such as Tableau, SQL, and Python to generate data visualizations and reports that inform decision-making and support mission-critical test and evaluation efforts.
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Role Overview
Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Test Engineer / Test Analyst to support system-level performance and interoperability analysis for Missile Defense System (MDS) flight tests, ground tests, and simulation-based events. This onsite role at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, AL supports test planning, on-site quick-look analysis, and detailed post-mission reporting for government test programs.
What You’ll Do
- Conduct system-level performance and interoperability analyses for flight, ground, and simulation-based MDS test events.
- Support pre-mission predictive analyses to evaluate expected system behavior and mission outcomes.
- Perform on-site quick-look analysis during test execution and provide timely preliminary results to test teams.
- Conduct detailed post-mission analysis using multiple data sources to evaluate system performance and interoperability.
- Use existing and off-the-shelf tools for data processing, visualization, and analysis.
- Develop visualizations and reports using Tableau, SQL, and Python to support decision-making.
- Prepare test analysis documentation: test readiness briefs, quick-look reports, and detailed post-test analysis products.
- Collaborate with engineers, analysts, government stakeholders, and test teams to support integrated test planning and execution.
- Support briefings and reporting to senior leadership with clear, accurate technical findings.
- Participate as a member of a multi-disciplinary team on mission-critical test and evaluation efforts.
Minimum Qualifications
- U.S. Citizenship required.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline. (Applications accepted from candidates with projected graduation through December 2026.)
- Active Secret security clearance.
- Experience or coursework with Tableau workbook development.
- Familiarity with SQL and Python for data analysis and visualization.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to explain technical results clearly.
- Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team and manage multiple tasks.
Preferred Qualifications
- Exposure to Department of Defense (DoD) or Department of War (DoW) test and evaluation environments.
- Experience supporting data analysis, systems engineering, or simulation-based testing.
- Familiarity with missile defense, aerospace systems, or related defense test environments.
Schedule & Location
- Employment type: Full-time
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, typical 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Work location: Onsite at Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville, AL
- Travel: Some travel may be required
- Relocation assistance: Not available
Compensation & Benefits
- Estimated base: $106,507 per year (estimated).
- Benefits include: ESOP participation, 401(k) match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, HSA/HRA options, EAP, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays.
Additional Notes
Confidential Client is committed to lawful hiring practices and providing reasonable accommodations. Employment is contingent upon successful background checks and any required program-specific screening. Candidates selected will work closely with government stakeholders and cross-functional engineering and analysis teams.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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