Space Force Test Engineer - Secret APR Consulting Inc - 4.2 Scottsdale, AZ Job Details Contract $58.34 an hour 2 hours ago Qualifications Optimizing workflow processes Systems integration Automation Test Case Documentation (Quality assurance practices) Technical documentation Engineering AI tools proficiency Strategy Development (Quality assurance practices) Mathematics Master's degree OOP Programming languages Bachelor's degree in engineering Continuous improvement System validation Developing automated testing protocols System requirements definition Linux Technical troubleshooting support Engineering functional testing Analysis (software development lifecycle) Bachelor's degree in mathematics Senior level Cross-functional collaboration Test Planning (Quality assurance practices) Under 1 year Full Job Description Our DoD/Aerospace Client is seeking a Space Force Test Engineer-Secret to support advanced satellite and space-ground system integration efforts in Scottsdale, Arizona. This position offers the opportunity to work on mission-critical national security programs involving system integration, verification, test execution, and automation within a highly technical aerospace environment. This role supports complex Space Force initiatives and is ideal for engineers with experience in software integration, Linux environments, testing methodologies, and satellite ground systems. The position is available in a hybrid environment with substantial on-site collaboration.

Location:

Scottsdale, AZ Position:

Space Force Test Engineer -

Secret Contract Length:

12-24 months with possibility of going direct

Pay:

$58.34/hour

Education/Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Mathematics, or related field plus 2+ years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus 6 months of relevant experience

Schedule:

Hybrid/Flex (minimum four days on-site) or fully on-site

Clearance Requirement:

Active DoD Secret Security Clearance required at time of hire; U.S. Citizenship required Position Overview As the Space Force Test Engineer, you'll be responsible for supporting the integration, verification, and testing of advanced space and ground-based systems throughout the engineering development lifecycle. You will participate in planning technical approaches, developing test strategies, executing integration and verification activities, troubleshooting system issues, and creating automated test solutions. The role requires working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to validate software and hardware functionality while ensuring mission requirements are met. The position involves developing test plans, authoring test procedures, analyzing requirements, supporting software integration efforts, and working within complex Linux-based environments that support satellite and ground operations systems. What You Bring to the Table Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Mathematics, or related technical field (or Master's degree with applicable experience) Minimum 2 years of relevant engineering experience Active DoD Secret Security Clearance U.S. Citizenship Experience with system integration and system verification activities Experience developing test plans and test procedure documentation Software integration experience Ability to analyze and decompose system requirements Experience executing tests and troubleshooting technical issues Experience with test automation development Knowledge of object-oriented programming concepts Knowledge of system processes and scripting languages What Sets You Apart 7+ years of software integration experience 3+ years supporting satellite operations and ground operations systems 5+ years of recent Linux experience Experience supporting ground-system testing environments Ability to identify and implement process improvements Experience applying AI technologies to improve efficiency and innovation Strong collaboration and team-oriented mindset Ability to learn complex technologies quickly and assume increasing technical responsibility Commitment to ongoing professional development About Our Client Our client is a mission-critical DoD/Aerospace defense contractor developing solutions that lead, serve, and protect our nation. Our client develops strategic systems supporting defense, civil government, intelligence, and cyber missions worldwide. About APR 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. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is a match for this position, please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you! #SPC1