LinQuest is seeking a Program Test Systems Engineer to join our team in any of the following locations El Segundo, CA or Colorado Springs, CO.

LinQuest is the prime contractor on the MSEIT contract. By applying to this position, you are in consideration for LinQuest employment. However, you also have the option to be hired by one of our subcontractor teammates.

You will join a Systems Engineering team defining the next generation of space communication systems supporting Air Force Military Satellite Communications. You will support Systems Engineering & Integration activities in a multidisciplinary and collaborative environment. The Systems Engineer will interface and collaborate with SE&I team members, contractors, government civilians and members of the USSF. The System Engineer will lead and support several working groups responsible for leading technical discussion, resolve and identify risk, requirement gaps, developing briefings, writing and tracking action items, and authoring meeting minutes.

The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the US Space Force’s Space System Center. We support the Space Force’s acquisition of state of the art Military Satellite Communications systems, providing global secure, survivable, and protected communications for our nation’s warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems.

Responsibilities:

• Develop T&E strategy, Test and Evaluation Master Plan, requirement verification and test plans, test objectives, test methodology, and evaluation criteria
• Collect, review, analyze, and report T&E data
• Support implementation of common Test and Evaluation database for the program
• Support T&E reviews, audits, Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), Deficiency Review Boards (DRBs), Materiel Improvement Process Review Boards (MIPRBs), and Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs)

Required Skills:

• BS degree in one of the following technical disciplines: engineering, physics, chemistry, mathematics, computer science
• Experience working with military or DoD civilian clients
• Strong interpersonal skills, communication (oral and written), and presentation skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
• Ability to obtain an active Secret clearance is required to be considered for this position

Preferred Skills:

• MS degree in one of the following technical disciplines: engineering, physics, chemistry, mathematics, computer science
• Systems engineering certifications, such as CSEP, ESEP, OCSMP

Required Experience:

• 7+ years demonstrated experience in multi-faceted tests and test project teams, to include oversight of scheduling
• 7+ years test and evaluation experience with DoD/USAF test processes and documentation
• 10+ years’ experience in systems engineering
• 3+ years’ experience in space systems, which may be the space, ground, or terminal segments

Preferred Experience:

• 3+ years’ experience with ground systems, such as terminals and networks
• 3+ years’ experience with military space systems, MILSATCOM, commercial SATCOM, or network engineering
• 3+ years’ experience in writing Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMPs) for space systems

Compensation: The salary for this position ranges from approximately $135,000 to $165,000 depending on relevant experience and qualifications.

Benefits: LinQuest offers comprehensive and competitive benefit offerings to our team members to include medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, company paid life insurance, and more! For additional information please visit: https://www.linquest.com/careers/our-benefits

COVID-19 Compliance Guidelines: As a federal contractor, all LinQuest team members may be required to comply with Executive Order 14042- Ensuring Adequate COVID Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors, which may include mandatory vaccination and ability to provide proof of vaccination status prior to start of employment. Additionally, team members are expected to comply with all safety protocols related to mask wearing and physical distancing while in covered contractor workplaces. If applicable, prospective or new employees may seek an exemption to the vaccination requirement through LinQuest Human Resources and must have an approved exemption prior to the start of their employment.

Licenses & Certifications

• Ability to Obtain

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