COLSA is actively seeking a Senior Test Engineer to support the HIMARS program in Huntsville, AL. The qualified candidate will perform test engineering activities related to the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) and should be able to think holistically about a system and its requirements, with excellent critical thinking skills, applying them to all aspects of HIMARS operational readiness. The selected candidate will develop test requirements, author technical documentation, and perform other related test engineering tasks.

*Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential functions)

• Writes advanced test procedures and protocols
• Develops advanced test simulations and monitors the gathering of test data and test results
• Designs, develops, and implements testing methods, test plans, and equipment
• May lead the design and building of test stations
• Provides test area with parameters for sample testing and specifies tests to be performed
• Defines debug protocols for test hardware and software
• Revises existing systems and procedures to correct deficiencies and maintain more effective data and system integrity
• Compiles data and defines changes required in testing equipment, testing procedures, manufacturing processes, or new testing requirements
• Performs technical evaluations of events to determine root cause; recommends corrective action
• Performs testing and analysis on the overall architecture of hardware, software, and networking systems
• Analyzes test cases and scenarios and reports results
• Provides technical support to engineers and scientists on a variety of technical tasks
• Provides technical consultation to other organizations and work leadership for lower level employees
• Performs usability testing for total system performance, reliability, scalability, and security
• Maintains a record of test progress and test results

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Required Skills

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or engineering field
• Minimum of 10 years related experience
• Active DoD Secret clearance
• Direct experience developing test requirements and authoring technical documentation

Preferred Qualifications

• HIMARS Program and/or operations experience

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to motivate and lead the restaurant team to deliver memorable service experience.
• Must have a passion for creating an exceptional experience for all guests.
• Excellent computer skills, including restaurant reservation system and POS system.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Advanced fine dining service techniques.
• Extensive wine knowledge.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously under pressure and work independently.
• Ability to deal effectively and interact well with guests and team members.
• Ability to resolve problems/conflicts in a diplomatic and tactful manner.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule according to business needs, including evenings, weekends and holidays.