Senior Principal Test Engineer

Job ID:

 113901 

Location:

Cypress CA 

Schedule:

9/80 The Electro Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) line of business within DRS has locations in Dallas and Austin, TX, Melbourne, FL, and Cypress, CA. EOIS develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro-optical solutions for soldiers, ground vehicles and airborne platforms. We offer an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a business culture that rewards performance. Employing the world's brightest. Supporting the world's bravest.

Job Summary This position is for a senior level (IV or V) Integration & Test Engineer to support space -based IR imaging products. Job Responsibilities Imaging System Testing and Characterization Significant IR experience Spectral measurement and data analysis Previous experience with IR technology required. Requirements Development Understanding of Image Processing and Quality Measurement System Troubleshooting (Electrical, SW and Optical) Test Equipment Troubleshooting Matlab Scripting Experience with optical measurement Cleanroom experience Good understanding of QA processes and procedures Customer Interfacing Presentation Skills Technical Team Leadership focusing on AI&T and Task Planning Test Plan/Procedure Development Test Requirements Development Test Setup and Test Performance Proposal Generation, technical write-up, costing, BOEs Identify Capital Equipment needs Qualifications BS or MS in EE, ME, Physics or a related field. Minimum 10 years of test experience in aerospace or defense. Experience and understanding of DOD and aerospace test processes. Active Secret Security Clearance. TS Preferred. Some Local and US travel is occasionally required. Significant aerospace or defense industry experience required. Work to be performed in Cypress California under a 9/80 schedule. Some remote work is possible U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment. The salary range for this position is $142,230year- $220,813/year. This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate's qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for: annual performance-based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave), parental leave benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, and life and disability insurance coverage. Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours. •Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.