Test Engineer @ SAIC
placeHuntsville, Alabama, United States
businessOn Site
Posted 5 days ago
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Job Details
Job Overview
SAIC has an immediate need for a Test Engineer to support the U.S. Army Tactical Aviation & Ground Munitions team located onsite at Redstone Arsenal/Huntsville, AL.
Responsibilities
- Support ground and live fire test events for missile systems ensuring safety, accuracy, and mission success.
- Oversee live fire events with real-time diagnostics and troubleshooting.
- Coordinate with test range personnel to schedule ranges for events.
- Manage ammunition logistics using inventory tracking systems for missile shipments.
- Collaborate with software engineers and cross-functional teams to translate operational needs into technical requirements.
Required Education & Skills
- BS degree and two (2) years of experience.
- Experience in Acquisition Lifecycle Systems Engineering process across hardware, software, and integration domains.
- Skilled in analyzing and verifying requirements.
- Able to translate requirements into testable event objectives.
- Fluent in Microsoft Office Suite.
Clearance
Must have an active Interim Security DOD Clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
Key skills/competency
Test Engineer, Missile Systems, Live Fire, Diagnostics, Troubleshooting, Logistics, Systems Engineering, Requirement Analysis, Microsoft Office, Clearance
How to Get Hired at SAIC
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Research SAIC's culture: Study their mission, values, and recent projects.
- Customize your resume: Highlight systems engineering and test experience.
- Emphasize clearance: Clearly list your security clearance status.
- Prepare examples: Focus on real-time diagnostics and troubleshooting skills.
📝 Interview Preparation Advice
Technical Preparation
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Review missile testing protocols.
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Study live fire diagnostics procedures.
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Refresh systems engineering principles.
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Practice troubleshooting technical scenarios.
Behavioral Questions
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Describe team collaboration experience.
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Share a troubleshooting challenge example.
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Explain time management under pressure.
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Discuss coordination with technical teams.
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