MANTECH

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career- and customer-oriented Systems Engineer to join our team in King George, VA. This is an onsite position.

This role focuses on the Test and Evaluation (T&E) of the Aegis Training Systems element, providing technical and engineering support for the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD).

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist in reviewing system requirements to create and revise T&E plans. Develop and update Combat System Test Plans, Procedures, automation scripts, and evaluation criteria

• Execute Government-approved test procedures for computer programs at Land-Based Test Sites (LBTS) and aboard ships. Perform installation checkouts and support Test Bed Validation (TBV) activities. Operate Training Systems and training operations at LBTS

• Assess training configurations and associated AWS and Non-AWS interfaces

• Conduct detailed analysis of test data to identify system limitations and assess mission capabilities. Compile metrics, document Trouble Reports (TRs), and generate Daily Test Reports (DTRs)

• Evaluate Computer Program Change Requests (CPCRs) and Test Observation Reports (TORs) to determine root causes, operational impacts, and baseline applicability

• Identify and maintain automated test execution and data analysis tools to improve T&E efficiency

• Attend milestone meetings, including Test Readiness Reviews (TRR) and Mission Readiness Assessments (MRA), and provide data for technical presentations

• Ability to travel up to 25% within the continental United States (CONUS) per customer needs

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma with 8+ years of Naval technician experience, or equivalent technician experience

• 4+ years of experience in Combat Systems Engineering; including the engineering, design, development, or T&E of a Navy combat system (defined as a system capable of detecting, tracking, identifying, engaging, and dispatching hostile targets)

• 2+ years of experience in one or more of the following areas: test requirements definition, test plan/procedures development, maintenance, and execution, test data reduction, automation, and analysis, computer program performance analysis and reporting

• 4+ years of experience with developmental or operational Systems or Computer Program versions, specifically regarding real-time Naval tactical programs

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with the Aegis Combat or Weapons Systems as well as interfacing sensors and ship systems

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Self-motivated and capable of working independently without direct supervision

Clearance Requirements:

• Must have an active and current Secret security clearance.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain stationary for 50% of the time.

• Must frequently move within shipboard or test lab environments to support troubleshooting and communications.