Test Engineer

Position Purpose:

The incumbent professional will primarily provide support for the testing and evaluation of screening systems related to transportation security, particularly Advanced Imaging Technology.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists in the design and execution of data collection test plans
• Prepares test samples for analyses
• Safely handles explosive and other hazardous materials
• Assembles test articles per test specifications
• Analyzes and compiles data, and assists in the reporting of results
• Sources materials and submits purchase requests

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Good interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Good listening skills
• Good working knowledge of scientific and analytical techniques
• Good working knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office software

Education/Experience:

Incumbent professional should have a minimum of a bachelor's degree in chemistry, engineering, physics, or other core science and up to twelve years of work experience.

Certificates and Licenses:

None

Clearance:

The ability to obtain a Secret clearance and Department of Homeland Security suitability is required for this position.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Working Conditions/ Equipment:

The incumbent professional is expected to work and/or be available during regular business hours. He/she should also generally be available via e-mail or phone during non-business hours as needed to address critical issues or emergencies. He/she may be required to travel on behalf of the company up to 25%.

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.