Test Engineer - #1413914

Job Title: Test Engineer

Location: Schriever Space Force Base, CO- Colorado Springs, CO (Onsite)

CANVAS is seeking an Advanced Analyst level Test Engineer to support Command and Control, Battle Management and Communication engineering and execution for the Missile Defense Agency's (MDA) Directorate of Test (DT). At Canvas, we are at the forefront of new missile defense technologies and engaged with the MDA's rigorous operational and developmental testing. This exciting, rewarding work helps guarantee the security of the United States and our Allies. Join a professional team of highly qualified engineers, analysts, scientists and technicians supporting the research, development, testing and evaluation of the missile defense system whose purpose is to detect, track, engage and destroy adversary missiles.

Your typical day - Our MDA engineers work in modern, well-appointed government facilities at Schriever Air Force Base in Colorado Springs, Colorado. You will collaborate with other missile defense experts - military, government civilians, and contractors from other companies. Our team of experts helps the Government manage planning, development, analysis and delivery of state-of-the art sensors, weapons, communications, and command/control systems. You will be part of the team that conducts successful intercepts of target missiles by one of our Missile Defense System (MDS) weapon systems.

Duties

This position serves as part of the Command and Control, Battle Management and Communication (C2BMC) Test Directorate (BCT) for system level testing by solving complex problems involving all phases of the test life cycle to include test planning and system level analysis. Tasks will include:

• Provide expertise and guidance relevant to program analytical principles and practices for developmental and operational programs
• Provide initial draft documentation, assist with external stakeholder coordination, and assist with the integration of products and requirements across the cyber test event life cycle in accordance with the Ground and Flight Test CONOPS
• Participate in concept planning; design and development; integration, testing, and verification at the MDS system, element or component level
• Manages information on share point, document configuration control, document/data archival
• Supports test execution in accordance with DoD policies
• Participates in working groups, peer reviews, and other technical meetings
  
  

Requirements

• Master of Arts or Master of Science with 10+ years of relevant experience
• Experience in development, execution and evaluation of cyber testing
• Experience working in a fast paced, professional environment with the ability to adjust/react to short notice requirements
• Proficient with the MS Office suite of tools
• Capable of working as a team member to solve engineering problems
• Works as a member of team to solve test planning, integration, execution, and analysis problems
• Knowledge of Missile Defense System components and system-level
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Master of Arts or Master of Science
• In depth knowledge of the Missile Defense System (MDS) capability
• Understanding of how cybersecurity threats can impact the MDS mission
• Extensive experience in developing system level test and evaluation plans
• In depth knowledge of the MDA requirements process
• In depth knowledge of MDA test planning and execution
• In depth knowledge of MDS architecture and interoperability
• Proficiency with Windows-based PC software (e.g. Word, PowerPoint, Excel, MS Teams)
• Experience with MDASim, EADSIM, Linux OS, PiNT, Operational System Framework (OSF), Open Systems Architecture Sensor Models (OSM)
• Experience with DoD test processes and/or test execution
  
  

Security Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance

Other Essential Job Functions: Maximum of 25% travel

About Us

Founded in 2007, Canvas connects a passion for going beyond the expected with the knowledge and expertise to deliver what our clients need now and in the future. Canvas has been recognized as a Great Place to Work Certified , Fortune Best Small Workplace , Fortune Best Workplace for Millennials (2022), Best Place for Working Parents (2022 & 2023), HIRE Vets Gold Medallion Awardee (2021 & 2022), Best Places to Work Awardee, 2019 Government Contracting - Technology Business of the Year, and Woman-Owned Small Business of the Year (2018) by the Huntsville/Madison Chamber of Commerce.

Benefits Of Working With Canvas

To reflect our company culture, Canvas offers an exciting array of benefits that makes up our employees' total rewards package. Those benefits may include:

• Competitive Wages*
• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Generous company-funded Basic Life Insurance
• Company-funded Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• 11 Paid Federal Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Dependent Care and Medical Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and 100% immediate vesting
• Tuition Reimbursement for ongoing training, continuing education, or advanced degree programs
• Robust Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Spot Awards for exemplary individual performance
• Discretionary performance-based bonuses
• And many more!
• Final compensation for this position is determined by a variety of factors, such as a candidate's relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.
  
  

Canvas is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Canvas is an equal opportunity employer and a VEVRAA federal contractor who affords equal employment opportunity to protected veterans and people with disabilities.

Canvas has equal employment opportunities that are based upon a candidate's qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job and are free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit our Careers page. U.S. citizenship is required for most positions.

Canvas is committed to expanding access to employment for people with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, and your disability prevents you from applying, please advise what reasonable accommodation Canvas can provide to assist you in applying for one of our open positions. You may contact us by sending an email to [email protected].

Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation for applying for a specific posted position will be responded to. Requests will be kept confidential and shared strictly on a need-to-know basis. Please be aware, scammers may try to impersonate our company by reaching out regarding job opportunities. We will never ask you for bank account information, checks, or other sensitive information as part of our hiring process. If you're unsure, please email [email protected] with questions.

For further information on Canvas including more information on employee benefits and our company culture, visit our website.

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