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The Field Test Engineer must possess the desire and skills to work with the team of IDT designers, learn and utilize product features and capabilities and assist in the fielding, testing and operational execution during test and experimentation. They will participate in developing, testing and operating experimental technologies and capabilities for rapid deployment and testing in various test environments. The selected engineer must have sufficient experience working with both hardware and software systems and must be familiar with deploying and operating hardware and applications in a mission-critical environment.\n\nThe ideal candidate will have skills applicable to instrumentation and data recording, operational monitoring and assessment against requirements, and training/documentation methods to help the test execution lead understand results and take corrective actions. The Field Test Engineer will learn IDT’s technologies and how to execute them at deployed test sites to accelerate the pace of install, test, deployment, and in-service operation.\n\nAll applicants must currently possess an active U.S. Security Clearance.\nWhat You Will Do:\nResponsibilities Include:Provide operational and maintenance support of deployed software/hardware infrastructure supporting various DoD and Navy operational and developmental testing and experimentation.\nPerform deployment, installation, training and operational support of new software/hardware infrastructure across various test sites and Navy platforms.\nCoordinate with senior warfighters and government sponsors to plan, schedule and accomplish installation checkouts, operational testing and mission execution.\nReview software designs, generate test plans and procedures, and troubleshoot discrepancies during test events.\nCommunicate directly with customers and users to understand needs and drive cross-functional technical issues/challenges during test events\n\nMinimum Required Qualifications:\nBachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, or other STEM field; or equivalent full-time professional experience\n1-3 years of related experience \n\nWho You Are:\n Required Skills:\nExperience administering and troubleshooting Linux-based systems using command-line interface (CLI) tools and utilities.\nExperience supporting software integration, testing, and troubleshooting within virtualized Linux environments.\nExperience deploying, configuring, and managing virtualized environments using VMware technologies, including ESXi, vCenter, and virtual machine administration. \nAbility to learn unique hardware/software deployment configuration and operations to be tested on-site.\nHands-on experience in deploying and maintaining applications in a mission-critical operational environment.\nAbility to communicate with senior warfighters and test leads and assist with the test execution.\nUnderstanding of performing test and integration, applying best engineering practices, and developing test and operational methodologies\nAbility to apply troubleshooting techniques to systems, network, and processes to determine if exhibited behavior is expected.\nAbility to travel up to 50% \n Preferred Skills:\nExperience working with complex Navy surface warfare systems and applications in an operational setting.\nExperience System integration and test experience for tactical applications (Aegis Weapon System, CEC, Link16, etc.).\nHave experience working with Aegis Weapon System or NAVSEA tactical applications.\nDemonstrated knowledge in related disciplines (e.g., Software Engineering, IT, Networking).\nExperience running and testing complex SW systems, especially DoD Systems or large distributed SW Solutions.\nExperience developing or testing large, complex systems (e.g., DOD related lab environment).\nExperience running codes or scripts in Python, Java, C++ or other languages.\nExperience performing test and integration, applying best engineering practices, and executing test methodologies. \n\nCompetencies:\nAbility to perform concurrent assignments and adapt to changing priorities\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills\nStrong team-centric execution and coordination skills\n\n Pay Range*: $74,000 - $116,000 or $90,000 - $150,000\nThis amount may not be reflective of actual compensation that may be earned as pay is dependent on a candidate’s experience, skills, and education. The posted range does not include bonuses, commissions, tips, or other benefits. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience.\nWhy Work at Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT):\nIDT is a growing company with a vibrant, entrepreneurial culture. We are headquartered in Arlington, VA with additional offices in Fall River, MA; Mount Laurel, NJ; and San Diego, CA. At each location, our employees work together in a modern, snack-filled, and social office space, designing innovative solutions for our defense industry customers. 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