Technical Specialist III (1111)

AI Signal Research, Inc. (ASRI) is recruiting for the Test Engineering & Analysis Services contract in the Las Cruces and White Sands Missile Range, NM area. 

Education: Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Months/Years of Experience: Five (5) years in related field.

Required Qualifications: U.S. Citizen and have or be able to obtain a DoD Security Clearance.

Desired Qualifications: Knowledge of MS Office and SharePoint.

Skills Needed: Knowledge of the Patriot Air Defense Weapons System hardware/software functionality and capability, along with UNIX operating system knowledge is required for effective support to the Mobile Flight Missile Simulators (MFMS) tasks. 

Duties: The Technical Specialist III will support the Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS), Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS), Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS), Precision Strike Missile (PrSM), Patriot Safe and Arm device centrifuge operations, insensitive munitions testing, software development through Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) of software documents, contractual statements of work, test procedures, and qualification test results. Particular attention is paid to ensure that all standard operating procedures are properly defined and referenced against the correct hazards. Materiel testing will be conducted in accordance with the customer’s requirements with a sufficient level of rigor. The incumbent must make things happen with initiative and a great customer service attitude.  They will be the technical expert and others around will rely on their expertise/experience.  The individual will work directly with the Army customer and other organizations to plan and execute requirements; and perform other tasks needed related to support for testing and fielding equipment to operational units. Interact with coalition, allied militaries, and other guests at WSMR.  Provide comprehensive engineering support for AIAMD and PATRIOT Air Defense Weapons System Test Programs, to include reviewing test documentation for accuracy, consistency, completeness, of technical content, objectives, criteria, procedures, and data products, recommending necessary changes. Design and develop tests based on system and subsystem requirements and recommend or develop test concepts and methodology. Participate in the development of Detailed Test Plans and Test Procedures.  Participate in test planning meetings and develop recommendations regarding coordination and planning necessary to acquire and schedule test facilities, resources, and personnel. Provide recommendations, coordination, planning, and acquisition of Unique-to-PATRIOT simulation facilities, test stations, test equipment, and test fixtures. Monitor test events to assess conformity with approved test plans and procedures. Ensure real-time data acquisition and products support test analysis requirements. Provide engineering documentation, as requested, document test incidents, test results, and other related events. Provide technical support developing detailed test plans and support for Mobile Flight Missile Simulators (MFMS) operations during testing at local/remote sites. Define requirements for movement and emplacement of Unique-to-PATRIOT MFMSs at test sites. Perform functional checkouts/data assessments to determine MFMS test readiness. Assist in engineering assessments to properly configure the MFMS for mission support. Participate in defining, loading, and running scripted scenarios, monitoring events for conformity with accredited test profiles. Prepare and configure the MFMSs for march order. Perform analysis of tests using MFMSs, document results, and provide recommendations on improving operational concepts. Provide specialized support to PATRIOT Missile System Test Programs in areas such as Communications, Command and Control, Radar, Environmental testing, Information Assurance, PATRIOT Missile, and Targets. 

Comments: Compliance with health mandates as dictated by the contract may be required as a condition of employment.  This position is contingent upon funding.