• Integration And Test Engineer

    Actalent (Washington, DC)


    Job Title: Integration and Test EngineerJob Description

     

    The Integration and Test Engineer will oversee the system level integration and testing of a spacecraft application. This role involves planning and executing the assembly, integration, verification, and validation of space components and systems, ensuring mission assurance and launch readiness.

    Responsibilities

    + Develop and execute the integration and test strategy, schedule, and resource plan for the program.

    + Lead day-to-day mechanical and electrical integration activities for hardware, avionics, and software subsystems.

    + Ensure test readiness by preparing and approving Test Plans, procedures, and reports in accordance with customer and industry standards.

    + Act as the primary technical interface between engineering, production, test, quality, and program management teams during integration and test phases.

    + Coordinate test anomaly resolution, root cause investigations, and corrective actions.

    + Support launch site operations, final system checkouts, and mission readiness reviews.

    Essential Skills

    + Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering.

    + 12-15 years of related experience, preferably in spacecraft or aerospace applications.

    + Top Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain SCI Access.

    + Experience with space system test campaigns, including thermal vacuum, vibration, and exotic testing.

    + Strong understanding of space system architecture, subsystem interfaces, and verification methodologies.

    + Familiarity with NASA-STD, MIL-STD-1540 or similar standards.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + 10+ years of recent experience in space vehicle system integration and testing.

    + Experience supporting launch site integration and pre-launch activities.

    + Proficiency with test data acquisition and test automation tools.

    + Working knowledge of configuration management and quality assurance processes.

    Work Environment

    This role is part of a classified R&D program at the Navy Research Lab, offering a flexible schedule with most employees starting at 6am and leaving around 2:30pm. The environment includes working alongside top engineers and scientists, with some hybrid flexibility available during certain phases of the role.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $86.53 - $91.35/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Washington,DC.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Aug 15, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.