Test and Evaluation Engineer 3\4
We are needing individuals to develop test plans, procedures and test equipment/software in order to ensure company products and services comply with customer, regulatory, and LSI requirements. Designs, develops and integrates calibration systems. The desired candidates will design test hardware, software and systems to achieve test requirements that encompass the full spectrum of testing. The Test and Evaluation (T&E) Engineer will also analyze, review and validate test data. They will also prepare and publish test reports; conduct research in test technologies to improve efficiency and capability; interface with other members of Customer or program teams, management and other technical staff to define and implement test engineering solutions; document discrepancy reports, ensure proper completion, and provide metrics on those discrepancy reports.
These individuals support Operations and Maintenance (O&M) development activities as well as sprint activities by determining the number of test cases needed to verify the software being developed from the stated requirement or sprint backlog. They will attend team meetings, give Verification and Validation (V&V) activity status and burn-down information. Support integration and end-of-sprint activities by identifying the test cases that were run and any open discrepancy reports for the sprint developed software. Provide recommendations on those discrepancy reports as well as track them to closure. Use the following verification tools: Rally, Selenium IDE, Selenium Remote Control and Firefox (Firebug), SharePoint and potentially HP/QC, HP/QTP. Create verification plans based on requirement criteria. Determine verification criteria type and test method for the traceability matrix. Populate approved program with the traceability matrix information if required. Support demos, whenever required. Generate test cases. Review test cases with V&V team peers. Coordinate test cases with developers. Enroll the participation of developers, in witnessing all test case activities. Coordinate report of test case results with developers. Contribute to continual improvement by way of lessons learned, customer feedback, and corrective and/or preventative action. Write test documentation including test plans, test cases, test reports, test procedures and requirements verification traceability matrices (RVTM's).
Competencies
General• Adaptability
Understands changes in own and others' work and situations; may be asked to explain the logic or basis for change to less experienced employees; actively seeks information about changes affecting own and fellow employees' jobs. Treats changes and new situations as opportunities for learning or growth; focuses on the beneficial aspects of change; speaks positively about the change to fellow interorganizational employees and occasionally to external customers. Quickly modifies behavior to deal effectively with changes in the work environment; readily tries new approaches appropriate for new or changed situations; does not persist with ineffective behaviors.
• Communication
Clarifies purpose and importance; stresses major points; follows a logical sequence. Keeps the audience engaged through use of techniques such as analogies, illustrations, humor, an appealing style, body language, and voice inflection. Frames the message in line with audience experience, background, and expectations; uses terms, examples, and analogies that are meaningful to the audience. Seeks input from audience; checks understanding; presents message in different ways to enhance understanding. Uses syntax, pace, volume, diction, and mechanics appropriate to the media being used. Accurately interprets messages from others and responds appropriately.
• Systems Thinking
Evaluates job tasks and processes on how well they help meet team objective(s); identifies non-value-adding components and barriers. Formulates change strategies; seeks input from others to evaluate options for change and encourage buy-in. Makes appropriate changes to job/role structures and processes by communicating effectively and focusing on new skill development. Uses accurate measurement systems to monitor the implementation.
Technical• Analytical Skills
Basic - Skill and ability to: collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources at the department level.
Preferred - Skill and ability to: collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources with clients, customers and/or suppliers.
• Engineering Processes
Basic - Complete knowledge of responsibilities and tasks performed by various Engineering departments/disciplines (e.g., design, test, software, technology, avionics). Complete knowledge of the interaction between departments/ disciplines and how their products/processes affect one another and impact non-engineering processes (e.g., Operations, Logistics, Business).
Preferred - Extensive and specialized knowledge of responsibilities and tasks performed by various Engineering departments/disciplines (e.g., design, test, software, technology, avionics). Extensive and specialized knowledge of the interaction between departments/ disciplines and how their products/processes affect one another and impact non-engineering processes (e.g., Operations, Logistics, Business).
• Tech Verification/Validation
Basic - Complete knowledge of technical data verification and validation practices (e.g., Technical review of Engineering Data, Laboratory simulation, or actual procedure demonstration).
Preferred - Extensive, specialized knowledge of technical data verification and validation practices (e.g., Technical review of Engineering Data, Laboratory simulation, or actual procedure demonstration).
Basic Qualifications For ConsiderationDo you have BOTH: a) a Single-Scope Background Investigation (SSBI); AND b) a current Full-Scope Polygraph?
Typical Education/Experience
Level 3 - Degree and typical experience in engineering classification: Bachelor's and 5 or more years' experience, Master's degree with 3 or more years' experience or PhD degree with experience. Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry. ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard. Level 4 - Degree and typical experience in engineering classification: Bachelor's and 9 or more years' experience, Master's with 7 or more years' experience or PhD with 4 or more years' experience. Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry. ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.
Other Job related information
Position requires current SSBI/SCI security clearance with FS Polygraph or equivalent. Applicants MUST include their Security Clearance Level, Investigation Type and Investigation Date clearly on their resume. Position is contingent on customer security approval.
- Business Unit Defense, Space&Security
- Division Networks & Space Systems
- Program Information Solutions
- Job Type Non-Management
- Experience Level Career/Experienced
- US Person Status Required? Yes
Closing Date: 04/23/2012
