Test Engineer Lead

Space Systems Integration (SSI) is a fast-growing engineering company that provides aerospace solutions to government and commercial customers.
Colorado Springs, CO, USA
$120,000 - $160,000
DevOps
Principal Software Engineer
In-Person
15+ years of experience
Space

Description For Test Engineer Lead

Space Systems Integration (SSI) is seeking a Test Engineer Lead for their Colorado Springs location. This role focuses on developing and deploying novel command and control applications within the Program Executive Office's Battle Management Command, Control, and Computers portfolio. The position involves managing developmental test and evaluation programs, leading working groups, and providing comprehensive test support across various domains.

The ideal candidate will work directly with customers to manage critical mission test and evaluation programs. Key responsibilities include leading working groups for test objectives and plan development, providing DevSecOps test support, and handling interface testing for enterprise applications. The role requires extensive experience in test program management and deep knowledge of operational-level command and control systems.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree with 15+ years of experience, active TS/SCI clearance, and expertise in test program management throughout the engineering lifecycle. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $120,000 to $160,000, based on experience.

Desired qualifications include a Master's degree in engineering or related fields, professional certifications, and experience with national security space missions. The role involves working with cutting-edge technology in aerospace and defense, making it an excellent opportunity for experienced test engineers looking to make an impact in the space sector.

SSI offers an inclusive work environment and equal employment opportunities to all applicants. The position requires occasional travel (10%) and offers the chance to work on critical national security space missions while leading essential test and evaluation initiatives.

Last updated 4 days ago

Responsibilities For Test Engineer Lead

  • Manage the customer developmental test and evaluation program
  • Lead working groups and teams on test objectives, requirements, and plan development
  • Provide DevSecOps test support to factory and site development and acceptance testing
  • Provide interface test support for applications with enterprise/infrastructure and external systems
  • Provide test support to developmental and operational test and evaluation events

Requirements For Test Engineer Lead

  • Bachelor's degree with 15+ years of related experience
  • Active TS/SCI clearance and willing to consent to polygraph examination
  • Experience with supporting/managing test programs throughout engineering life cycle
  • Knowledge of Operational-level Command and Control systems/applications
  • Familiarity of Scaled Agile Framework and DevSecOps development processes
  • Knowledge of Developmental Test & Evaluation
  • 10% travel required

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