Combat Systems Test Engineer

R&P is looking for a Combat Systems Test Engineer who wants to join our team. We are a small-sized defense contractor providing Engineering, Logistics, Program Management and Technical Services to government clients. We need a Combat Systems Test Engineer ready to join a fast-paced and exciting work environment.

Provide installation, troubleshooting, repair and operational test and evaluation support for Radar Systems on LPD 17 Class vessels
• Review, update, and develop test procedures for shipboard testing events related to Combat Systems
• Support development and update of Suitability Plans, and develop test objectives, test scenarios, test plans, test reports and briefings.
• Establish and maintain productive liaison with Government Project teams, Production Teams and Shipbuilder.
• Monitor Installation of Combat Systems in New Construction shipyard environment.
• Identify performance issues with the Radar System; isolate issues to either hardware or software or particular interfaces during testing.
• Draft and submit software trouble reports that describe the performance issue compared to performance requirements.
• Participate as a test team member for all troubleshooting, training and scenarios
• Supports Builders, Acceptance and Final Contract Trials

• Ability to communicate effectively with Navy and shipyard teams both orally and in written reports and briefings using Microsoft Office Products.
• Combat system and weapon system experience with one or more of the following is required:
• AN/SPQ-9B Radar System
• AN/SPS-73 Radar System
• Bachelor's degree preferred but may be substituted with at least 5 years experience in Combat Systems installation and testing.
• Specialized education or training in the field of combat systems - particularly within shipboard naval settings is required.
• Pre-commissioning unit or Regional Maintenance Center repair experience is preferred.

R&P Technologies provides equal opportunity for all persons and prohibits discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), veteran or marital status, or any other factor prohibited by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave, compensation, and training.

R&P maintains an Affirmative Action Plan to establish fair access to employment opportunities and to create a work community that is an accurate reflection of the qualified workforce. Due to security clearance requirements, U.S. citizenship is required for most positions

R&P offers a highly competitive compensation package that includes contributions towards health insurance, 401(k) matching, and other non-salary benefits. Exact salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.