Sustainment Test and Evaluation Engineer (MILSATCOM/NC3)

Location: On-site in Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States. Travel up to 20% to CONUS and OCONUS locations as directed by the government customer.

Salary: $129,000–$188,000 per year

Company

hirify.global supports mission-focused defense and space programs, providing systems engineering and integration services for secure military satellite communications and national security capabilities.

What you will do

• Design, plan, coordinate, and execute sustainment testing for MILSATCOM and NC3 systems, terminals, subsystems, and devices.
• Conduct independent verification and validation of hardware and software modifications, assessing performance, interoperability, and mission readiness.
• Support system integration, communication circuit troubleshooting, anomaly resolution, and identification of software or hardware defects.
• Evaluate system modifications and deliver technical assessments addressing shortfalls and interoperability issues.
• Prepare test plans, procedures, configuration diagrams, engineering studies, white papers, and test reports.
• Collaborate with government, Department of War organizations, and industry partners while supporting the Sustainment Integrated Product Team.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship and an active U.S. Secret security clearance are required; a clearance active within the last 24 months is considered current.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, computer science, or a similar technical discipline.
• 10+ years of leadership or management experience.
• 5+ years of experience with Department of War, USAF, or USSF test processes and documentation, military or civilian clients, and multi-contractor environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, along with excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• This is a full-time, on-site role with standard work hours in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Nice to have

• Developmental Test experience with a Lead Developmental Test Organization or other verification test organization.
• Operational Test experience with an Operational Test Agency or other validation test organization.
• Experience handling cryptographic equipment and conducting cybersecurity testing for Department of War STIG compliance.
• INCOSE certification such as ASEP, CSEP, or ESEP.
• Knowledge of mission system sustainment processes and Narrowband, Wideband, or Protected SATCOM capabilities, including FAB-T, MMS, Global-ASNT, or GBS.
• Familiarity with Jira, Confluence, or Digital Engineering applications such as MBSE.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative small-team environment supporting government and industry partners.
• Work in a state-of-the-art laboratory environment using modern tools and methodologies.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan with employees sharing in company success.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off, 401(k) retirement plan, and professional development support.