Test Engineer, SATCOM/Mobile

SSI is seeking a Verification & Validation Test Engineer to support the Space Force's Mobile User Objective System (MUOS), which is a Narrowband Satellite Communications System that supports a worldwide, Multi-Service population of mobile and fixed-site terminal users. It surpasses the capability of the Ultra-High Frequency (UHF) Follow-On (UFO) SATCOM system by providing reliable service to small, disadvantaged, and mobile terminals.

The successful candidate must live within commuting distance of San Diego, CA or El Segundo. Up to 20% travel may be required.

Flexible work schedule and/or partial telework work may apply.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure the Service Life Extension (SLE) satellites acquisition and ground updates meet design requirements and intended functionality through systematic verification and validation
• Serve as key contributor to test plans, documents, and procedures development for the Space and Ground End-to End (N2N) verification tests and On-orbit System Validation (OSV) test
• Manage/participate in the Space, Ground, and Test Bed working groups in respect to V&V
• Coordinate technical discussions, collaborate with Space, Ground, and Test Bed vendors to analyze and resolve test issues/findings
• Develop and implement test strategies, plans, and procedures based on system requirements
• Evaluate verification testing to ensure the unit system is built to specifications
• Evaluate validation testing to confirm the system meets user needs and intended use cases
• Support the planning, execution, and documentation of MUOS ground and SLE space demonstrations/test events
• Identify, track, and report defects/deficiencies, working with Government Program Office personnel and Prime Contractors/vendors to resolve issues
• Maintain detailed test documentation, including test plans, procedures, and reports
• Review Prime Contractors/vendor-submitted data items, provide comments, and recommend acceptance or rejection
• Report status and outcomes of test activities to the Government V&V Lead, Chief Engineer, and program leadership
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers or vendors, and system engineers
• Provide input on risk assessments and recommend improvements based on test findings
• Provide V&V inputs to assist with development and updates to the program Integrated Master Schedule and Government cost estimates