Data Link Test Engineer

Job Description

Description

SAIC has a need for a Data Link Test Engineer to support the U.S. Army’s Network Design Facility (ANDF) in Huntsville, AL.  The successful candidate will work in a lab environment and be responsible in conducting system testing on existing data link hardware as well as new hardware being considered for fielding. These systems are the data link components for Army tactical C2 systems used in joint and multinational operations.  Primary responsibilities include:

• Develop, revise, and executes test cases, to ensure that all information systems products and services meet organization standards and end-user requirements.
• Document and Verify Test Executions
• Document and submit test case execution findings/issues to Senior Testers or Test Lead
• Validate existing system requirements supporting our host platforms through interoperability testing.
• Test and validate emerging system capabilities for follow-on data link radios.
• Support the development and validation for test cases to be used for interoperability testing.
• Develop test procedures and metrics for higher-level acceptance testing.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

•       Bachelors of Science in Engineering, Computer Science or related technical degree and zero (0 years experience; Six (6) years work experience can be accepted in lieu of degree.

Required Skills

• Working knowledge of data capture and packet analyzing software (for example – Wireshark) to perform tests and troubleshoot issues during testing.
• Ability to both research and then perform testing for radio functionality.
• Candidate must have excellent written and verbal communication skills in order to present testing findings to engineering team.
• Ability to test new radio software releases to validate fixed issues and/or identify deviations.
• Candidate must be a self-starter, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

Desired Skills

•   Knowledge with Army and NATO tactical Data Link Standards
•   Experience developing test cases and executing test cases within a formal software testing environment
•   Experience integrating and troubleshooting software and hardware within a simulation environment
•   Working knowledge of Microsoft Project  

Clearance Requirements

• Must possess an active Secret Security Clearance or have the ability to obtain one; US Citizenship required.

Overview

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator driving our nation's technology transformation. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in engineering, digital, artificial intelligence and mission solutions. Using our expertise and understanding of existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our own portfolio and our partner ecosystem to deliver innovative, effective and efficient solutions that are critical to achieving our customers' missions.

We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion, which is core to our values and important to attract and retain exceptional talent. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $6.9 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.