Engineer, Senior (TS)

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The Engineer, Senior at the Potomac River Test Range (PRTR) serves as working leader and is considered an expert for providing technical guidance and information to meet requirements. Independently evaluates, selects, adapts, and modifies standard techniques and criteria to plan and conduct engineering assignment. Performs project work through extensive knowledge of engineering practices and policies, and to devise new approaches to resolve problems. Operates with general instructions in an independent mode and receives guidance on special problems or when requested.

Duties and Responsibilities

Applies engineering principles, codes, and practices to support the RDT&E of weapons systems
Performs engineering tasks involving various disciplines including, control systems, electronics, power, instrumentation, signal processing, radio-frequency, mechanical, and aerospace
Applies aerospace engineering principles and concepts in the performance of test and evaluation of projectiles (guided and unguided)
Coordinates with Data Acquisition Engineers to define instrumentation and measurement requirements to support data collection and analysis during the planning of tests
Assists with the planning for and management of classified requirements and data collected above the Secret level
Independently plans, schedules, conducts or coordinates detailed phases of engineering work through the selection and adaptation or modification of techniques, procedures, and criteria
Analyzes complex features of the work and applies principles and practices of the discipline, or devises new approaches in problem solutions
Reviews all results from assigned tasks and determine if outputs are complete, correct, integrated with project objectives, and adequately documented
Independently prepares (or directs others in the preparation of), computation/analyses, specifications, and technical reports in the specific area of technical expertise
Performs planning and execution of test and evaluation programs involving integrated weapons systems and munitions, automotive systems, precision instrumentation systems and unmanned vehicles
Plans, designs, coordinates, executes, monitors, evaluates, and reports test and evaluation of materiel, incorporating state-of-the-art technology and requiring substantial deviation from established test procedures and/or development of new test capability or instrumentation systems
Performs fundamental research, feasibility, engineering design or development of tests
Performs independently on projects having the characteristics described above
Attends meetings and conferences that relate to assigned area of responsibility and assists in the isolation and resolution of controversial and novel issues regarding items being developed and tested
Informs Government personnel about matters covered during meetings and information provided and received
Schedules tests and coordinates support requirements with test scheduling office and supporting organizational elements
Oversees the conduct of assigned tests, and personally observes test conduct as required
Exercises technical direction over engineering, technical test support and other supporting personnel in actual conduct of test in the field or under simulated conditions
Monitors performance of the test item and adequacy of data collection, and assumes responsibility and authority for range, test course and laboratory safety
Coordinates with others to assure all safety, security, environmental and community concerns are adequately addressed
Reviews the data collected for completeness, accuracy, and validity
Analyzes test data in terms of serviceability, cost conditions where the item will be developed, etc., and prepares final test report outlining problem areas revealed during the test and making recommendations and conclusions as to the suitability of the material being tested
Due to the uniqueness and complexity of material being tested, the incumbent is required to prepare intricate, detailed, and interpretative analysis of test results
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Skills and Qualifications

Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline
Ten (10) years of experience dealing with the concept design, engineering, and T&E of weapon systems components, subsystems, and systems
Expert-level knowledge of the principles and practices of T&E methodologies and techniques
Proven project leadership and management skills
Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills
Proven ability to successfully lead projects teams within a demanding T&E environment
Demonstrated ability to manage conflict resolution and facilitate collaborative problem-solving within a T&E context

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

Experience working on complex and critical DoD related (any Service Branch), T&E projects
Experience with military T&E methodologies, Test Planning, Instrumentation planning

Physical Qualifications

The work of this position is performed in an environmentally controlled office environment
Must be capable of sitting and entering data on a computer keyboard for extended periods of time
Must be able to view computer monitor for extended periods of time
Must be capable of lifting 25 lbs. unassisted
Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the duties and responsibilities

Terms of Employment & Eligibility Requirements

Must be a U.S. Citizen
Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
Must possess a valid driver's license, without special restrictions
Must pass a pre-employment drug screening
Must be able to successfully complete a background check
Must possess or be able to obtain a Top-Secret w/SCI Eligibility clearance prior to employment prior to employment and maintain security clearance for the duration of employment

The above are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in this position. TRAX International reserves the right to make changes to the job description whenever necessary.

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