Senior EW Instrumentation Test Engineer SE-4 Odyssey Systems Consulting Group United States, Florida, Niceville Oct 27, 2026 Senior EW Instrumentation Test Engineer SE-4
Job Locations US-FL-Niceville
ID 2026-9476
Category Test & Evaluation Type Full Time Biweekly Hours 80
Location :
Name Eglin AFB Position Summary Odyssey has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Electronic Warfare (EW) Instrumentation Test Engineer (SE4) supporting the 46 Test Squadron Sensors and Defensive Systems Flight (46 TS/TGBB) at Eglin AFB, FL. This position supports developmental and operational testing of airborne instrumentation systems (AIS) flown on 4th and 5th generation aircraft, including integration of RF, EO/IR, and directed energy systems. The engineer will perform complex test planning, execution, analysis, and reporting in support of advanced EW and avionics programs. This is a fulltime, onsite role at Eglin AFB, with 25%
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travel. Responsibilities Duties include, but not limited to: Perform test engineering duties supporting instrumentation testing on 4th/5thgeneration fighter aircraft
Provide technical expertise on issues of critical importance to the customer
Assist in developing system requirements, functional capabilities, performance measures, design constraints, and test entry/exit criteria
Support DT, OT, FDE, and test readiness certifications by identifying deficiencies, verifying compliance, and assessing system stability
Prepare, execute, review, and analyze test plans, procedures, metrics, and reports throughout the systemundertest life cycle
Develop and write methods of tests, test cases, test procedures/cards, test directives, technical reports, and test objectives
Review and analyze system requirements and other testrelated documents to support test conduct
Plan, coordinate, and monitor test projects requiring modification of standard practices or instrumentation adaptation
Evaluate tests, assess feasibility/soundness of engineering evaluations, and provide expert recommendations
Coordinate schedules, pretest preparations, posttest activities, and integration of test results
Travel to military ranges and other locations to support test execution, configuration management, hardware setup/troubleshooting, data reduction, and deficiency investigations
Conduct system testing, validation/verification testing, and modeling & simulation at locations including (but not limited to):
- Eglin AFB, FL
- Ridgecrest, CA
- Nevada Test and Training Range
- WrightPatterson AFB, OH
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Patuxent River, MD Qualifications Citizenship:
Must be a US citizen
Minimum Required Qualifications Clearance:
Active Secret; must be able to obtain and maintain
TS/SCI Education:
Master of Science degree and 10+ years of relevant technical experience
Certifications:
Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) or CyberSec First Responder (CFR) or Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance (CGRC) or CompTIA Cloud plus (Cloud+) or GIAC Security Essentials Cert (GSEC) or CompTIA Penetration Test plus (PenTest+) or Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) OR Bachelors degree and 10 years of relevant experience
OR 12 years' experience in lieu of a Masters
Minimum 5 years in engineering, R D, and/or flight test of weapon/avionic systems including EW devices
Experience with AIS, datalink ground systems, and 4th/5th gen aircraft bus interfaces (1760/1553)
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to lead technical efforts and support missioncritical testing
Preferred Qualifications Clearance:
TS/SCI Certifications:
Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) Experience in RF/EO/IR/directed energy integration and test (highly desired) Technical Skills Experience with RF, EO/IR, directed energy systems, and electronic combat techniques
Knowledge of requirements definition, technical development, integration, and testing of airborne instrumentation systems (AIS) for 4th/5th gen aircraft
Understanding of ground systems capable of receiving and processing AIS datalink messages
Knowledge of 1760/1553 fighter aircraft weapons bus interfaces with AIS pods/subsystems
Knowledge of USAF acquisition program management, engineering management, and/or test operations
Experience preparing detailed test plans, procedures, reports, and technical documentation
Ability to troubleshoot hardware, instrumentation, and test configurations
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Interpersonal Skills Demonstrated ability to work effectively on a team and lead/direct the work of others
Strong written and oral communication skills, including technical briefings and documentation
Ability to coordinate with diverse stakeholders across government, engineers, and program offices
Ability to work extended hours, weekends, or holidays to meet mission requirements
Additional Information Location:
Eglin AFB, FL
Work Environment:
Onsite
Job Status:
FullTime
Travel:
25%
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TDYs #LI-EW1 #TMAS3 #CTG Company Overview Odyssey is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military's operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care. Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares, a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events.
Please note:
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