TEST ENGINEER (NSST)

THE COMPANY

For over 40 years, Aero Simulation, Inc. (ASI) has provided quality flight training devices to the US Military. ASI has successfully built numerous training systems with a primary focus on aircrew and maintenance training systems. Our current programs include, but are not limited to, the B-1 Training Systems (Air Force), E-2D Training Systems (Navy), CH-53E Training Devices (USMC), IMOMS (Coast Guard), Navigation, Seamanship, Shiphandling Trainer – NSST (Navy). To learn more about ASI visit Programs- Aero Simulation, Inc.

ASI is a 100% employee-owned engineering and manufacturing company committed to supporting the nation’s warfighters. Being 100% employee-owned directly impacts our culture: it drives our decision-making, motivates our teams, increases our productivity, improves retention and contributes to the future success of our company. Our culture is one where we work hard for our clients and for each other – and we have fun collaborating, sharing experience and expertise, and learning along the way. We strive to deliver exceptional quality, elevate client relationships, and enrich the careers and lives of our employee-owners. As Employee-Owners, we are invested in the success and continued development of each other and the company.

In addition to the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), we offer a flexible work environment, generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, industry competitive compensation, and superior benefits to include medical, dental, 401k and more!

ASI is a great place to build a career and grow with a company that is dedicated to quality, service and to fostering a community of support for each and every member of the team. To learn more about this opportunity, keep reading!

POSITION SUMMARY

The Test Engineer supports the testing, verification, validation, and acceptance of the Navigation, Seamanship and Shiphandling Trainer (NSST) and associated training systems. The position develops and executes test plans and procedures, evaluates system performance against requirements, identifies and tracks discrepancies, and supports formal government test and acceptance activities. The ideal candidate has a strong testing background combined with knowledge of U.S. Navy shipboard operations, navigation, shiphandling, or maritime training.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support contract test planning, preparation, execution, and reporting for NSST and other assigned training systems.
• Support the development, review, and verification of training system requirements to ensure alignment with customer requirements and intended training objectives.
• Develop, maintain, and execute Test Plans, test baselines, Acceptance Test Procedures (ATPs), and other test documentation.
• Ensure test entry and exit criteria are satisfied and appropriately documented for applicable test events, measures, and processes.
• Conduct evaluation, verification, validation, and testing of training system software, hardware, functionality, performance, and system interfaces.
• Maintain requirements traceability and verify that applicable system requirements are addressed through appropriate test methods and procedures.
• Identify, document, and track test discrepancies; work with engineering personnel to investigate and resolve identified issues and perform regression testing to verify corrective actions.
• Facilitate and support government test and acceptance activities, including Test Readiness Assessments, Functional Mission Assessments, System Performance Evaluations, Joint Ready to Ship Assessments, on-site installation and testing, Facility and Safety Interface Tests, Functional Mission Tests, and Ready for Training determinations.
• Interface with government customers, engineering teams, program personnel, and other stakeholders during formal and informal test events.
• Prepare and communicate test status, results, discrepancies, risks, and other technical information to internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate test records and supporting documentation and produce testing progress and status reports.
• Support automated testing activities and assist with the development and improvement of repeatable and efficient test processes and tools.
• Support Training Systems Support Center (TSSC) activities, including product and training baseline management, baseline distribution to Main Operating Bases (MOBs), software modifications and merges, hardware development, prototyping, and production of modifications.
• Support configuration management activities associated with test environments, system baselines, software, hardware, and test documentation.
• Adapt test plans and activities to accommodate evolving system configurations, requirements, schedules, and customer priorities.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of program and organizational requirements.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but requires close coordination with multidisciplinary engineering teams, program personnel, customers, and government test representatives.