Associate Test Engineer

Dark Wolf Solutions is seeking an entry-level Test Engineer to support the test and evaluation of cutting-edge communication technologies for defense and national security customers. This engineer will assess rapid prototyped technologies, evaluate mobile and tactical network systems, and support field deployments through hands-on field testing and technical documentation. This role is based in the DC Metro/Northern Virginia area and will require travel to customer sites and test ranges.

Required Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, systems engineering,related technical field, or field with heavy influence in writing demonstrated capability to learntechnical subjects.
•  0 - 3 years of experience supporting technical systems or programs in a field, lab, oroperational setting.
• Demonstrated experience with at least two of the following technologies:
  •  5G/LTE or private cellular networksTactical radio systems (e.g., TrellisWare, Silvus, L3Harris, etc.)
  • Cloud-based infrastructure or edge compute environments
  • Cybersecurity or red team/vulnerability assessments
  • Experience supporting test events or field trials, including data collection, system configuration, and post-test analysis.
• Exceptional technical writing skills; capable of clearly communicating findings to bothtechnical and non-technical audiences.
• Comfortable interfacing with government customers, technical leads, and multi-vendor teams.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time for on-site work and testing.
• US Citizenship and ability to obtain Secret clearance.

Desired Qualifications:

• Prior experience supporting the Department of Defense, especially SOF or IC communities.
• Familiarity with RF systems, network routing, or IP-based communications.
• Experience working on multi-disciplinary teams conducting rapid prototyping or operational experimentation.
• Active Secret clearance or higher.

This role is based out of Northern, VA/DC Metro Area. The salary range for this position is estimated to be between $65,000.00 - $85,000.00, commensurate on experience and technical skillset.

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