ICBM Developmental Test Engineer

ICBM Developmental Test EngineerCanvas is seeking a Test Engineer This position supports the Air Force with developmental testing of the Sentinel Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) program. As a developmental Test Engineer, you will plan, execute, analyze, and report test activities to evaluate weapon system performance. Depending on experience, areas of responsibility may include missile hardware (propulsion, guidance, ordnance, payload), software, modeling and simulation, network communications, support equipment, civil infrastructure, cybersecurity, or ICBM flight testing.Duties will include, but are not limited to:Develop comprehensive test plans and procedures based on system requirement specifications.Identify and define test resources, equipment, and instrumentation required for testing.Participate in system requirements and design reviews.Coordinate with external stakeholders (prime contractors, facilities, government entities, etc.) for test planning and execution.Brief government leadership on test plan methodology and associated test and safety risks.Oversee test execution and data collection activities.Analyze test data in accordance with a developed data analysis plan to evaluate performance against system requirements.Document system deficiencies and determine root cause analysis.Prepare test reports summarizing test results, conclusions, and recommendations regarding system performance.Present findings to technical stakeholders and programmatic decisionmakers in the form of briefings and reports.Identify opportunities to improve test processes, procedures, and methodologies.Adhere to all regulations and company policies related to safety, security, and compliance.Requirements:Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Field or a Master's Degree in an engineering field. *Experience may be substituted for education with customer approval.3 years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Field.10 years of relevant work experience with a Master's Degree in an engineering field.Experience with DoD weapon systems, acquisition lifecycle, and developmental testing as it relates to systems engineering.Experience with specification requirement verification, including functional, performance and interface testing.Experience with statistical methods to determine test sample sizing and performance uncertainty.Experience with selecting instrumentation to collect test data.Ability to prioritize work to balance multiple projects and deadlines.Utilize resources effectively to accomplish work, including ability to work effectively alone and within a group.Personal and organizational interactions exhibit and foster cooperation and teamwork, enhance customer relations, and actively promote rapport with customers.Verbal and written communications are clear, concise, and appropriate for the audience.Security Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.Desired Experience:Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Field or a Master's Degree in an engineering field.5 years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Field.15 years of relevant work experience with a Master's Degree in an engineering field.Experience working with DoD organizations, test organizations, and defense contractors.Experience working in a secured facility handling classified information.Familiarity with development and fielding of ICBM weapon systems.Systems engineering experience on a major defense acquisition program, including understanding methodologies and best practices.Familiarity with model-based systems engineering methods and tools such as Cameo and IBM DOORS.Other Essential Job Functions: Must be willing to travel up to 10% of time.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 InsuranceGenerous company-funded Basic Life InsuranceCompany-funded Short-Term & Long-Term Disability11 Paid Federal HolidaysGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO)Dependent Care and Medical Flexible Spending Accounts401(k) retirement plan with company match and 100% immediate vestingTuition Reimbursement for ongoing training, continuing education, or advanced degree programsRobust Employee Assistance ProgramEmployee Referral Bonus ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community OutreachSpot Awards for exemplary individual performanceDiscretionary performance-based bonusesAnd 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 email at talent@canvas-inc.com. 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