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Test Engineer

SAIC

Huntsville, Alabama, United StatesOn Site

Original Job Summary

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

Review missile testing protocols.
Study live fire diagnostics procedures.
Refresh systems engineering principles.
Practice troubleshooting technical scenarios.

Behavioral Questions

Describe team collaboration experience.
Share a troubleshooting challenge example.
Explain time management under pressure.
Discuss coordination with technical teams.