C2 Software Test Engineer

Job Description:

Our test team is searching for new members that can help us conduct command and control testing on missile warning and space defense systems. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced multi-disciplinary environment, learning new mission areas, this is the place for you.

This position provides support to the Eglin AFB, FL based 45th Test Squadron Space and Intelligence Command and Control Flight. The work location is at Peterson SFB, CO. The Test Team conducts Developmental Test and Evaluation (DT&E) on Air Force and Space Force systems to ensure they perform as required and make recommendations on corrective actions. The successful candidate will have opportunities to lead test programs and exercise project management while working directly with experienced team members with many years of DT&E experience. We provide many opportunities to learn ranging from on-the-job training with other team members to formal courses for unique technology areas. If you have a software test engineering background and want to learn more about Air Force and Space Force Command and Control systems, this is the job for you. This position requires in-person office work. Tests can range in length from days to weeks. Testing schedule is typically 1-2 weeks per month but varies. This support includes the following:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and frequently serves as the technical authority for Combatant Commanders Integrated Command and Control System (CCIC2S) Missile Warning, Missile Warning Missile Track (MWMT), Space Directed Energy Confliction (DECON), and other Space Command and Control (C2) systems, encompassing the Upgraded Early Warning Radar (UEWR), Cobra Dane, PARCS, among others.
• Conduct data analysis and apply knowledge of engineering technology under the direction of engineering staff. These tasks include test and evaluation, test support, logistics, sustainment, operations analyses, technical studies, and various analyses and support activities including program/system security.
• Assist in the development of system requirements, performance measures, test phase entry/exit criteria, and analysis of design constraints functional capabilities, and metrics.
• Support DT&E, Risk Reduction Testing (RRT) and certification for test readiness; identify deficiencies, verify compliance with specifications and standards, and assess stability of various system configurations.
• Support senior engineers when interacting with System Program Offices, other services, and development contractors.
• Prepare, execute, review, and analyze test plans, procedures, metrics, and reports throughout the software development life cycle. Develop and write methods of tests, Concept of Operations (CONOPS), test cases, test objectives/procedures, test directives, technical or letter reports, analysis and review of requirements, and other test process documents as required in the conduct of testing.
• Coordinate schedules, pre-and post-test activities, logistics of test planning, and test results.
• Travel up to 20% of time to contractors' facilities, test sites, and other locations (OCONUS and CONUS).

At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our "Family of Professionals!" Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefits here .

Required Experience

Required Experience:

• Must have one of the following combinations of education and experience:
• Bachelors Degree in a technical field with a minimum of 3 to 8 years of technical experience
• Associates Degree in technical field with a minimum of 7 to 12 years of technical experience
• High School Diploma (or equivalent) with a minimum of 10 to 16 years of experience
• Relevant technical and testing experience on the following systems: CCIC2S, PDS-M, MARS, XGEN, Scenario Generation, SIGS, CPS, MWNS, MWMS, MWMT, and other missile warning systems.
• Ability to understand Missile Warning processing as defined in the Missile Warning Algorithm Document and develop scenarios to validate them.
• Ability to interface with prime contractors developing the system under test (SUT) regarding test objectives, schedules, budgets, and methods of test.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively on a team and to lead and direct the work of others.
• Effective oral and written communications skills.
• Proficiency in the use and integration of MS Office applications.
• U.S. Citizenship required; Current and active DoD Secret Security clearance required with the ability to obtain DoD Top Secret security clearance.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• Knowledge of, or experience with Program Management.
• Knowledge of, or experience with Air Force and Space Force Testing or other DoD test agency concepts, procedures and methodologies.
• Experience related to DOD C4ISR system acquisition, systems engineering, and test engineering.
• Experience interfacing with development contractors regarding test objectives, schedules, budgets, and methods of test.
• A current and active DoD Top Secret Security Clearance with Special Compartmented Information (SCI) access)

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.