Staff Test Engineer 2

Looking for a challenging opportunity to utilize your passion for system testing and troubleshooting in a technologically diverse field?

At Applied Research Associates' Randolph, Vermont location, we develop some of the world's most innovative systems and technology that have an impact on a global scale.

For this unique opportunity, we are seeking a Test Engineer to assure that our leading-edge products in the Defense, Security, Automation and Geotechnical industries meet Customer requirements and perform at a world-class level.

The ideal candidate should be ready to make an impact by participating in the design process, developing test plans, and providing performance information used to drive system improvement all while monitoring the preservation of Customer requirements.

As a Test Engineer, you'll be involved in design and system development projects to ensure that quality standards are being followed and customer requirements are being met.

• What you'll do as a Test Engineer
  • Participate in the documentation and review of Customer requirements
  • Develop test plans, methods, and equipment to assure system and Customer requirements are being met
  • Prepare test reports
  • Develop and maintain project tracking metrics
  • Document and report technical issues
  • Participate in design reviews
  • Offer objective feedback and improvement solutions
  • Act as "the voice of the Customer" during development projects
  • Promote the culture of Quality in all operations
• Test Engineer Requirements
  • A strong focus on detail-oriented work
  • Excellent observational, analytical, and creative skills
  • Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with other Team members
  • Strong investigation and problem-solving skills
  • Willingness to hold stakeholders accountable in meeting Customer requirements in accordance with Quality System procedures
  • Capable of multi-tasking, prioritizing and have flexibility as required to help our teams in the areas of need.
  • Bachelor's (or equivalent) with 5 - 7 years of experience, or a Master's and 3 to 5 years of experience in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Test Engineer Preferences
  • Functional knowledge of ISO 9001 and AS9100 requirements
  • Familiarity with Polarion lifecycle management and IBM DOORS requirements management software

Applied Research Associates, Inc. is an employee-owned international research and engineering company recognized for providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences. The company, founded in Albuquerque, NM, in 1979, currently employs over 1,700 professionals and is rapidly growing. ARA offices throughout the United States and Canada provide a broad range of technical expertise in defense technologies, civil technologies, computer software and simulation, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and testing and measurement. The corporation also provides sophisticated technical products for environmental site characterization, pavement analysis, and robotics.

As a 100% employee-owned company, ARA provides a work environment that challenges its employees, rewards their efforts, and provides opportunities for them to grow and pursue work they are passionate about. ARA provides excellent benefits including medical, dental, vacation, 401(k), and stock ownership.

For additional information and an opportunity to join our unique team, please visit our website at www.ara.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)