Test Engineer III

Iridium Communications

  • Reston, VA
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 days ago
Iridium is an award-winning and innovative satellite communications company with bragging rights to the only network that offers voice and data connectivity anywhere in the world. For over 20 years, Iridium’s unique network and services have supported critical communications needs for individuals, businesses, and the evolving Internet of Things.At Iridium, we understand the importance of staying connected and the limitations of traditional communications networks. People across the globe, including first responders, humanitarians, global militaries, scientific researchers, and lone workers, as well as ships, aircraft and remote operations all rely on Iridium to stay connected. We take our responsibility for providing these essential communications very seriously and pride ourselves on offering a reliable lifeline when needed. Likewise, Iridium is committed to providing an exciting and innovative workplace, where employees are challenged to think outside the box and collaborate on new, bold ideas and solutions. Our talented teams are passionate about their work and the impact our company makes around the world. Iridium fosters an empowering and inclusive culture that allows employees to genuinely be their best selves. We are looking for others who want to join this truly unique company that celebrates our employees and provides the opportunity to truly make a difference in the world.What We’re Looking For:If you are passionate about space and deploying disruptive space technology, we want to talk to you! Iridium is seeking a motivated Engineer III, focused on Integration, Verification, and Validation to join our System Engineering Team for a Space Development Agency (SDA) project. As an Engineer III, you’ll independently deliver high-quality work, drive projects and deliverables to completion, and implement test plans, procedures, and objectives under the direction of senior management, including delivery of test artifacts. In this role, you’ll be responsible for numerous technical aspects of the architecture and design of the ground segment.What You’ll Do:
  • Support senior engineers in exercising technical authority over projects
  • Create and maintain test software emulating real components in the system
  • Be responsible for generating automated test procedures and automated analysis of the results
  • Play a role in developing and executing integration plans and procedures for multiple components of a satellite ground system, including hardware, software, and networking equipment
  • Work collaboratively with multiple teams of engineers and stakeholders to ensure successful integration of components and systems within project timelines
  • Play a role in troubleshooting and resolving issues related to system integration, including identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions
  • Develop and maintain documentation related to system integration, including integration plans, test procedures, and system configurations
  • Execute system testing and verification activities, including defining test requirements, developing test plans, and executing tests to ensure system functionality and performance meet project requirements
  • Work closely with SDA System Engineers and Developers on current testing requirements and development of procedures
  • Ensure projects meet technical performance targets, deliver quality results, and activities are well-designed and meet overall project objectives
  • Provide system engineering best practices in program design and delivery, utilizing critical thinking skills to better design new or developing systems
What You’ll Need to Succeed:
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science or related field
  • 5+ years’ experience in system engineering or software programming experience
  • Programming languages such as: Java (Sprint Boot), Java-Script, Python, C++, Shell scripting
  • Experience with Kubernetes / Docker / Podman / ArgoCD
  • Familiarity with tools and software applications that support System Engineering and Integration, Verification, and Validation best practices
  • Willingness to learn and work with numerous COTS (Commercial-off-the-Shelf) packages
  • Experience working with different databases
  • Familiarity with coding and scripting languages with a willingness to continuously learn and enhance skills
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to confidently present products, deliverables, analyses, and/or issues
  • Possess an analytical mindset, with the ability to understand a situation or problem and think critically to make decisions or come up with solutions
  • Be comfortable managing upward, including being a proactive communicator and asking for help when needed
  • Have confidence and be able to establish valuable relationships with others
  • Must be able to prioritize key tasks and have a strong sense of ownership over your work
  • Be active in seeking out ways to continuously improve yourself and gain new knowledge
Things That Would be Great if You Brought to the Table:
  • Working knowledge of networking protocols, routers, switches, etc.
  • Knowledge of designing, developing, and operating Space Vehicle Subsystems
  • Knowledge of Command and Control Systems (i.e., OS Comet, InControl, etc.)
  • Knowledge or experience with aspects of the Hardware Software Development Life Cycle process
  • Familiarity with Atlassian Tool Suite such JIRA, R4J and Confluence
  • Familiarity with Linux Red Hat environments
We’ll also need you to:
  • Be able to travel up to 10%
  • Be a US Citizen with no dual citizenships
  • Be able to work in the office at least 2 days a week to foster collaboration with the team and stakeholders
Work Environment:This position primarily works in an office setting and is largely sedentary with the majority of the position working with a computer. The role typically requires the use of basic office equipment such as a phone, video, computer, keyboard, mouse, and printer.Iridium is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

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