**Description**
SAIC is seeking a **Test Engineer** for shipboard Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C5ISR) major systems. This program is an integral part of a transformative venture, driving the future of next-generation afloat mission effectiveness in response to evolving strategic and environmental demands.
Please view our program page for more information and view all open positions available: https://jobs.saic.com/pages/shipyardc5isr-careers
**Job Duties:**
+ Manage the planning and execution of MIL-STD 2106 stage 4 and 5 test procedures development and test execution projects for shipboard C5ISR systems including commercial communications and network systems.
+ Communicate all key test program plans, commitments, and changes to cross functional teams and stakeholders, ensuring alignment with program priorities.
+ Assess systems status to support formal testing through Test Readiness Reviews.
+ Document test failures, perform Root Cause Analysis, proactively identify risks and mitigate impacts to project plan and propose solutions for corrective action and risk mitigation.
+ Identify potential testing improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness with focus on modular testing, test automation, and integration of industry testing methodologies.
**Qualifications**
**Required Education and Experience:**
+ Bachelors and five (5) years or more relevant experience.
+ Experience with MIL-STD-2106 Development of Shipboard Industrial Test procedures and utilizing industry standards (eg IEEE 829, ISO 29119) for testing commercial grade systems.
+ Experience with one or more shipboard C5ISR systems and/or commercial communications/network systems such as: radio communication racks (UHF, HF, VHF, EHF), Interior Communications (Alarm/Saferty/Warning), shipboard CGOne/Unclassified/SIPRNET LANs, Surface Search Radar, Navigation Data Distribution systems, Integrated Bridge System, commercial communications and networks including fiber optics and IP-based systems
**Required Security Clearance:**
+ Must have an active secret clearance on first day of employment
**Required Certifications:**
+ Cybersecurity Workforce (CSWF) IA Level II certification (eg Security+ certification, CSSIP or equivalent)
**Desired Education and Experience:**
+ Proficiency of Microsoft Office Suite for documentation, reporting and communication.
+ Proficiency using Autocad for review of system diagrams.
+ Effective interpersonal and communication skills for engaging with individuals in person, on phone and in written mediums.
+ Previous test director experience with C4ISR or C5ISR.
+ Demonstrated experience supporting projects in?shipyard environments, including testing system integration and installation aboard naval or commercial vessels
+ Familiarity with testing commercial systems that align with shipboard platforms, including IP based communication suites and smart sensor systems.
**Desired/Key C3ISR, C4ISR, C5ISR, and/or C6ISR Shipboard Systems:**
+ Integrated Bridge System
+ Gyrocompass (e.g., WSN-7)
+ Surface Search Radars (e.g., AN/SPY-6, SPS-series)
+ UHF, HF, VHF Marine Radios
+ Shipboard Communication Cabinets
+ Shipboard Alarms and Interior Communications (Safety, Warning Systems)
+ Fathometer and Depth Sounding Systems
+ Global Positioning Systems (GPS)
+ Sonar Mission System (SMS)
+ Extremely High Frequency (EHF) Communications
+ Network systems such as NIPRNET, SIPRNET, SI LAN
+ **Commercial network communication systems** , including fiber optics, Ethernet, Cyber-Physical System integration, and IP-based telecommunication suites.
REQNUMBER: 2600916
SAIC is a premier technology integrator, solving our nation's most complex modernization and systems engineering challenges across the defense, space, federal civilian, and intelligence markets. Our robust portfolio of offerings includes high-end solutions in systems engineering and integration; enterprise IT, including cloud services; cyber; software; advanced analytics and simulation; and training. We are a team of 23,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $6.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see Working at SAIC. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability
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