Test and Integration Engineer with Security Clearance

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Job description

LinQuest is seeking a Test and Integration engineer to join our team in Albuquerque, NM supporting the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center (AFNWC). An active DoD TS/SCI clearance is required. The Test and Integration Engineer will support the AFNWC Air Delivered Capabilities Directorate to conduct end-to-end, stockpile-to-target sequencing to assess the entire operational envelope of the weapon delivery system, fire control, and nuclear warhead. The test program includes the full spectrum of nuclear-tasked operational weapon systems to include air-delivered gravity weapons, cruise missile nuclear warheads, aircraft, weapon delivery avionics, maintenance and operations personnel, technical orders and manuals, other associated support systems, and the command-and-control processes and procedures.Responsibilities: Responsibilities: Plan and coordinate test activities, test execution, and post-test data processing and validation of joint test events.
Support assessment and evaluation of integration efforts and data by various aircraft platforms for potential impacts of issues that may affect the interoperability of the weapon and delivery systems, and for compliance with interface requirements and nuclear certification criteria for the air delivered nuclear weapons programs.
Model different test and integration scenarios, enabling the project team to proactively address potential challenges and to formulate robust management plans.
Provide recommendations for technical and programmatic solutions to include the generation of ad hoc reports such as white papers and other analytical reports.
Requirements management, testing/ integration, compatibility certification and weapon qualification.
Manage ancillary equipment requirements, ensuing production and collaboration with the weapon storage facility program for warhead and ancillary equipment considerations and keep abreast of the nuclear certification programs of the interrelated projects (i.e., delivery system, platform, weapon storage facilities).
Some travel to support customer mission and goals may be required.Required Skills/Experience: 8 + years of related experience and a bachelor's degree in a science or technical field, or 4 + years of related experience with a master's degree in a science or technical field.
Demonstrate proficiency in fighter (USAF and non-US NATO) and bomber aircraft systems and the interoperability and integration of System 1 and System 2 communication protocols with nuclear weapon systems.
Familiarity with aircraft engineering systems (i.e., electrical, mechanical, logical) and standard operations, as well as detailed knowledge of MIL-STD-1553 and MIL-STD-1760 communication architecture and nuclear weapon integration.
Demonstrated ability to maintain high standards of integrity, even under pressure.
Ability to multi-task and prioritize activities by levels of importance and suspense dates.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and proven ability to work effectively with all organizational levels, including a matrixed environment.
Able to work in a secure, confined location
An active DoD TS/SCI clearance
Preferred Skills/Experience: Developmental Test and Evaluation (DT&E) and/or Operational Test and Evaluation (OT&E) experience (with nuclear platforms/payloads preferred).
Compensation: The salary for this position ranges from approximately $120,000 to $180,000 depending on relevant experience and qualifications. Why LinQuest? 20 years of excellence from concept to capability LinQuest is a national security space leader that enable defense and intelligence missions through advanced digital solutions and the development, integration, and operation of mission control systems. As a recognized thought leader in Digital Engineering and Digital Transformation, LinQuest delivers the technical capability, innovation, agility and operational expertise to accelerate our Nation's competitive advantage in space. From concept to capability, LinQuest architects integrated end-to-end solutions, enabling Digital Dominance for a Digital Space Force Benefits: LinQuest offers comprehensive and competitive benefit offerings to our team members to include medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, company paid life insurance, and more! For additional information please visit: Qualifications Licenses & Certifications Required TS/SCI

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