Test Engineer

QED Systems, LLC, is currently recruiting a Test Engineer to join our team at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD to support our C5ISR Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) Division contract. This position is to serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) supporting next generation PNT system evaluation, testing and characterization.

Duties:

• Conduct tests to evaluate system performance in both benign and Global Positioning System (GPS) threat environments.
• Operate GPS simulator to evaluate system performance under complex Electronic Warfare (EW) threats.
• Operate test equipment such as power supply, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, frequency counter, etc. for the purpose of evaluating various aspects of system performance.
• Support local testing activities in the PNT lab, APG and local areas, including setting up equipment (units under test and test equipment), troubleshooting, ensuring proper equipment configuration for data collection, and data analysis.
• Support field test events as required by PM PNT. Support in the field includes setting up equipment (units under test and test equipment), troubleshooting, ensuring proper equipment configuration for data collection, and data analysis.
• Debug and improve data analysis tools.
• Create and operate MATLAB programs to conduct quick look analysis during testing to ensure at a high level that the system is performing correctly.
• Analyze data related to integrated GPS receiver, Inertial Measurement Unit and other complementary sensors.
• Analyze data related to position accuracy, position confidence levels, and signal integrity.
• Write technical reports on findings.
• Brief results to external stakeholders and answer questions. Ability to defend results with technical analysis of test data.
• Assist in defining and documenting system requirements for current and future systems.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Detailed-oriented with technical, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Presentation and briefing skills to top level managers required.
• Proficiency in MATLAB (required) and python (preferred).

Required Clearance:

• ACTIVE CLEARANCE LEVEL REQUIRED: Secret

Qualifications:

• BS in Engineering or a related scientific/technical discipline required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of related experience required.

Travel:

Up to 25% travel is expected for this position.

Work Environment:

This position may be performed in a variety of locations, including but not limited to, commercial and/or government offices, test and integration labs, government facilities and depots, and test & evaluation and proving grounds.

Physical Demands:

Physical demands of this position include ability to:

• Be independently mobile.
• Communicate effectively with co-workers and customers.
• Withstand prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and computer use.
• Climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands.
• Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as glasses/goggles (eyes), ear plugs/muffs (hearing), hard hats, and breathing respirators/masks.
• Lift/push/pull objects weighing in excess of 20 pounds.
• Withstand exposure to noise from operating equipment.

Reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday. Flexibility around core hours. Travel may occur outside of normal core hours.

Additional Information:

Please note this job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Actual assigned tasking will change with or without notice to best support client requirements.

Total Compensation:

QED offers a competitive compensation package for full-time employees. Our total compensation package is value-based and negotiable depending upon the candidate's specific skills and applicable relevant experience.

Benefits include:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
• Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Professional Growth Opportunities
• Additional Benefits

Estimated Salary Range: $105,000.00 - $127,000.00, annually. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. This represents the typical range for fully qualified candidates for this position based on experience, geographic location, and other factors. The final offer amount may vary.

QED Systems, LLC provides equal employment opportunities for all persons and prohibits discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, creed, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, disability, non-disqualifying disability, or any other protected class.

QED Systems, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/D/V