System Test Engineer

The System Test Engineer will be responsible for creating and performing test campaigns for newly created software. The
successful candidate will have the technical background to be able to learn and apply knowledge in the area of system
level acceptance testing on a large scale, multi-platform architecture. You must be a quick learner, be able to work both
independently and in groups, self-starter and highly motivated. You will be joining a strong team with a history of superior
performance in a challenging and rewarding endeavor.

Areas of responsibility include but are not limited to:
· Support Verification testing of the Launch Control Subsystem (LCS) System Software while working directly with multiple
groups that provide support to the System Test team.
· Write test steps to verify the LCS is meeting specified requirements. Researching what the system is required to do will
need to be done. Not a position to just execute test steps.
· Participate in the creation of Automated Test scripts for existing manual test steps.
· Support the Test Engineering group for the LCS as a team environment, interfacing to multiple test groups associated
with the Space Launch System (SLS) Firing Room.
· Participate in training independently or in a team environment, to gain an understanding of LCS and the System Threads
the candidate is responsible for.
· Participate in various Design Panels, technical assessments, and System Use Case Analysis Tasks to understand how
new capabilities will impact the various CSCls and system design, along with dependencies from other software as it
relates to these new capabilities.
· Participate in problem reviews and work with Software Development and System Engineering groups to determine how
changes to the software will impact other areas of the system.
· Provide technical insight and operational inputs to the Test Engineering group for determining strategy and approaches to
the other levels of testing the department is responsible for.
· Perform other duties within Test Engineering department to include presentations, group discussions and process
improvements.
· Experience in understanding software development process to include requirements, code implementation and testing is
a plus.
· Must be highly motivated and a self-starter that can work in either a team environment or individually.
· Must be able to work in a fast pace test environment, that periodically may include work shifts other than weekdays and
1st shift, to support Software delivery schedules.
· Able to work with various software tools that maintain requirements, test procedures, software/hardware issues and
workflow.
· Requires the ability to interpret written information and effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
· May create presentations and present to management on occasion.

Here’s What You’ll Need:

Requires a BS degree in computer or system science, information technology or a related discipline from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of relevant industry experience OR six years of relevant IT experience. Relevant training and/or certification may be substituted for a portion of the experience requirement. Additional relevant education may be substituted for progressive experience.

– Experience in the Linux Operating System
· Experience with Microsoft Office products (MS Office Word, Power Point, Excel)
· Experience writing test procedures, and not just executing test steps
· 2+ years of Command and Control Systems, Command/Response testing or like experience is a plus
· C/C++ and/or Java programming experience is a plus

Essential Functions

Physical Requirements

• Position may involve extended periods of sitting or standing.
• Physical requirements are: sitting, walking, standing, extensive use of stairs, and access to remote structures.
• Position is located on a hazardous testing facility; must be able to quickly evacuate buildings in the event of an emergency.

Work Environment

• Work will mainly be done inside, but fieldwork can be a combination of outside and inside depending on the project.
• Working at heights and in confined spaces may be required.
• Walking on uneven terrain including paved areas, gravel/rocks, and dirt/sand is required to access various locations on the facility.
• Climbing ladders and platforms will be necessary.
• All work must be completed in a safe manner in accordance with NASA and Company safety standards.

Equipment and Machines

• Computers and printers used for producing reports and schedules.
• Variety of equipment may be used.

Attendance

• Full-time regular work hours between Monday-Friday.
• Position may require occasional overtime including weekend work depending on task.
• Must be dependable and punctual.
• Shift work may be required.

Other Essential Functions

• Must be able to accurately communicate ideas in writing and verbal communication.
• Must be able to travel to support position requirements. This may include travel to and from customer location, which may involve airline travel. In some cases, accommodations can be made for POV, if necessary.
• Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
• Must comply with all “drug free workplace” requirements as mandated by directives issued by the appropriate federal contracting officer and the company, which requires drug testing for use of illegal drugs by employees in sensitive positions.
• Government security clearance may be required in the future.
• Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters good relations with customers, clients, co-workers, and management.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Merritt Island, FL 32953: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Software development: 4 years (Required)
• System administration: 4 years (Required)

Work Location: In person