Senior Engineering Support Specialist – Weapons
Our DoD/Aerospace client is looking to fill a Senior Engineering Support Specialist – Weapons Launcher Test Engineer position within their high-technology defense systems team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to support mission-critical naval defense programs by contributing to the testing, integration, and validation of advanced weapon launcher systems for submarine platforms. The position is based in Manassas, VA and is fully on-site with potential flexibility based on tasking.
Location: Manassas, VA (On-site)
Position: Senior Engineering Support Specialist – Weapons Launcher Test Engineer
Contract Length: 12–24 months with possibility of going direct
Pay: $46.64 per hour
Education/Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field with 2+ years of relevant experience OR equivalent experience (4+ years) OR Master’s Degree
Schedule: First Shift
Clearance Requirement: Active Secret Clearance required (U.S. citizenship required)
In this role, you will use your technical and interpersonal skills to:
- Collaborate with engineering teams to conduct testing and integration of weapon launcher systems (CWL and MTWS).
- Define, document, execute, and analyze test procedures and results.
- Identify system issues and recommend effective resolutions.
- Develop and analyze test cases while providing progress updates to stakeholders.
- Perform installation, testing, validation, and troubleshooting of tactical systems.
- Support both informal and formal test events, including customer-driven activities.
- Utilize electrical measurement tools such as oscilloscopes and multimeters.
- Document software, firmware, and hardware defects and support resolution efforts.
- Assist with lab configuration, logistics documentation, and operational procedures.
- Travel as needed to support test events, shipboard installations, and field service activities.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Proficiency in software testing and analysis.
- Experience with electrical measurement tools (oscilloscopes, multimeters).
- General knowledge of network configurations, operations, and commands.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Strong understanding of test engineering concepts, principles, and methodologies.
- Experience with object-oriented programming, system processes, or scripting languages.
- Ability to work independently and in fast-paced, collaborative environments.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to lift up to 45 pounds.
Preferred:
- Experience with AN/BLQ-10, AN/BYG-1, AN/BQQ-10, or Submarine Weapon Launcher systems.
- Navy or submarine experience.
About Our Client
Our client is a mission-critical DoD–Aerospace defense contractor developing solutions that will lead, serve, and protect our country. They develop strategic systems for defense, civil government, intelligence, and cyber end users on an international basis.
About APR Consulting
Since 1980, APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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