Senior Systems Engineer (Optical Testing)- Aerospace/Defense Job at Belcan, Chantilly, Loudoun County, VA

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  • Belcan
  • Chantilly, Loudoun County, VA

Job Description

Job Title: Systems Engineer

Location: Chantilly, VA

Zip Code: 20151

Start Date: Right Away

Job Type: Contract

Pay Rate: up to $64.34/hr. (DoE)

Shift: 9-80 A / 1st Shift/ 8:00am

Keywords: #SystemsengineerJobs #EngineeringJobs #AerospaceJobs

JOB DESCRIPTION

Plays a crucial role in the development, integration, and maintenance of complex systems and technologies used in defense and aerospace applications.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

* The optical design of Displays and Network products

* Optical testing of Engineering units to verify functional requirements/risk reduction testing (including uniformity testing).

* Optical Design Verification Testing (ODVT) for Displays and Network products

* Writing ODVT procedures and reports

* Troubleshooting activities for displays products that are optical in natures (night vision failures, "glow"/cell stress visual anomalies, etc)

* Coordination of activities onsite to provide New Product Introduction (NPI) materials needed to create to have assets ready to support optical testing

* Managing calibration needs of all onsite optical equipment.

* Training of Production Test operators on proper usage of optical test equipment in support of acceptance test procedure (ATP) optical testing.

* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and develop system architectures, subsystems, and components for defense and aerospace systems.

* Understanding and analyzing system requirements, conducting feasibility studies, and creating design specifications.

* Coordinate and oversee the integration of various subsystems, components, and technologies to ensure proper functionality and interoperability.

* Conducting system testing, troubleshooting issues, and implementing corrective measures.

* Define, document, and manage system requirements throughout the entire development lifecycle. This involves capturing stakeholder needs, analyzing and allocating requirements, and maintaining traceability between system elements.

* Identify potential risks and uncertainties associated with system design, integration, and operation.

* Develop and implement strategies to mitigate risks, ensure system safety, and enhance reliability.

* Prepare and maintain accurate and comprehensive technical documentation, including system specifications, design documents, test plans, and user manuals.

* Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

* Work closely with interdisciplinary teams, including engineers, project managers, and stakeholders, to ensure effective communication, collaboration, and alignment of project goals and objectives.

* Participate in meetings, reviews, and presentations.

* Plan and execute verification and validation activities to ensure that the developed systems meet the specified requirements and performance metrics.

* Developing test procedures, conducting tests, analyzing results, and documenting findings.

* Support system lifecycle management activities, including system upgrades, configuration management, and maintenance planning.

* Monitor system performance, assess operational issues, and propose improvements or enhancements.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

* A bachelor's or master's degree in Engineering, preferably in a relevant field such as Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Systems Engineering.

* Strong understanding of systems engineering principles, methodologies, and best practices.

* Knowledge of optical test equipment relevant technologies, such as avionics, sensors, communication systems, and software integration.

* Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with multidisciplinary teams, stakeholders, and clients

* Ability to execute optical system testing at the company labs, ability to collect and interpret optical test results

Job Tags

Contract work, Immediate start, Shift work, Night shift, Day shift,

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