Integrations and Test Systems Engineer (JITTC-N Simulation Team) - 21614 - HII Mission Technologies Division

Who We Are

HII's Global Security Group is seeking an Integration and Test SystemsEngineer to model training systems for work on a team executing integration efforts on the Modeling, Simulation, and Training team at the Joint Integrated Test and Training Center – Nellis (JITTC-N), Nellis, AFB, NV.

 

This position is part of a team that provides on-site M&S support to establish and deliver high-end Advanced Tactics, Training, and Test capability for Government personnel operating under USAFWC/ACC; Provide mission execution and support to broad range of JITTC-N simulator activities and Joint Simulation Environment (JSE). The selected candidate must have strong interpersonal skills and be capable of designing and developing and documenting network and systems.

What You Will Do

Candidate will be part of a larger team that addresses the software development, software integration, customer training, and demonstrations of the JSE for JITTC-N. Develop threat simulations for flight simulators to train pilots against potential threats. Coordinate with customers, manage expectations for team deliverables. Ensure customer/stakeholder satisfaction, manage leadership expectations, and reports all potential risks. This includes:

 

• Demonstrate a knowledge of standard programming algorithms, design patterns, and object-oriented software design

• Validating designs by testing VR prototypes with users to ensure the design is intuitive and effective

• Design, develop, and test VR prototypes and experiences

• Communicate project status and team needs to leadership

• Ensure schedule and requirements are met.

• Work with partner projects to communicate deliveries and schedules

• Manage documentation, briefs, reports, and answer data calls

• Lead team members to design future enhancements

What You Must Have

• 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years' experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.

• System validation & verification experience.

• System test criteria development & documentation experience.

• Strong presentation/briefing skills.

• Experience with scripting, databases, and high-level programming languages such as C++.

• Proven ability to work both in a team and individually.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in the English language.

• Must have an active and current DoD TS/SCI clearance.

• Able to obtain and maintain relevant SAP/SAR clearance.

Bonus Points For...

• Experience with USAF and/or Joint 5th Gen fighter operations

• Technical experience working with DoD full mission flight simulators and synthetic environments. 

• Experience with developing sub-system and system level models (Air vehicles, ground vehicles, ground-based sensors, and other types of complex systems)

• Experience working with/developing multi-system mission level simulations (air space simulation, swarm simulations, etc.)

• Proven leadership experience and ability to execute agile/dynamic processes.

Physical Requirements

Office, industrial or shipboard environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances. Lifting and moving of materials not to exceed the guidelines set for one man lift.