Senior Engineering Support Specialist

Acara Solutions seeks a Senior Engineering Support Specialist for our client in Manassas, VA.

• As a CWL Test & Evaluation Engineer, you'll play a pivotal role in the success of our projects.
• Collaborating with CWL and MTWS engineers to conduct testing and integration.
• Employing a professional and confident approach when working with various engineering groups within the client and external entities to define, document, analyze, conduct, and interpret tests.
• Identifying functional issues and proposing effective resolutions.
• Operating in a fast-paced, integrated product development team comprising professionals from multiple contracting organizations and DoD laboratory entities.
• Developing and analyzing test cases while providing regular progress updates.
• Reporting to a supervisor or manager, demonstrating a high degree of autonomy in your work.
• Crafting comprehensive test procedures.
• Proficiently utilizing electrical measurement tools, such as oscilloscopes and multimeters.
• Conducting Verification and Validation for corrective changes.
• Performing installations, rip-outs, testing, and validation of tactical systems.
• Assisting in configuring the lab in accordance with relevant drawings and port maps.
• Supporting informal and formal test events, as well as other customer-driven test activities.
• Identifying, analyzing, and documenting software, firmware, and hardware defects and collaborating with the engineering team to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
• Supporting the Logistics team in the development of installation and operation procedures.

• Bachelor's Degree in Technology or Engineering with 4 years of experience
• Minimum of 4 years of experience with the AN/BLQ-10, AN/BYG-1, Submarine Weapon Launchers, or AN/BQQ-10 systems.

• Master's Degree with 2 years of experience.
• Proficiency in software testing and analysis.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• General knowledge of network configurations, operations, and commands.
• Navy or Submarine experience.
• Solid knowledge in use and understanding of test engineering concepts, principles, and theories.
• Solid knowledge and experience with object-oriented programming, system processes and scripting languages.
• Openly proposes ideas that enhance productivity and efficiency, solicits input, and optimizes solutions.
• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success, meeting and exceeding personal and team commitments.
• Ability to grasp and apply new information quickly and handle increasing responsibilities with growing complexity.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Additional Information:

• Requires an active Secret Clearance.
• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the necessary employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
• Occasional travel to submarine home ports for Field Services activities.
• Ability to lift to 45 pounds.