Munitions Test Engineer Modeling & Simulation

Title: Munitions Test Engineer
Location: Niceville FL
Relocation: Not available
Salary: Salary to be discussed with a Recruiter.
Bonus: Annual reviews and performance-based incentives
Visa Support: Not available

Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Munitions Test Engineer to join a highly specialized defense testing team in Niceville Florida. This role involves supporting developmental and operational testing for advanced munitions including air-to-air air-to-ground and direct fire systems.
The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in test planning execution modeling & simulation and data analysis along with prior experience working in classified environments. You will serve as a subject matter expert leading efforts in test development system integration instrumentation requirements and coordination with government and contractor teams.
This position requires an active Top Secret/SCI clearance and eligibility for Special Access Programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop review and manage test documentation (test plans flight cards data plans and analysis reports).
• Forecast and track test resources including assets instrumentation and range requirements.
• Act as Test Director or Test Conductor during mission execution.
• Brief and debrief test aircrew on mission objectives.
• Coordinate with program offices contractors and test support agencies.
• Identify track and resolve test-related issues while mentoring junior team members.

Required Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship (due to security clearance requirements).
• Active Top Secret/SCI Clearance with Special Access Program eligibility.
• Bachelors degree in engineering science mathematics or a related technical discipline plus 12 years of experience OR a Masters degree with 10 years of experience.
• Minimum of 6 years Test & Evaluation (T&E) experience.
• At least 5 years of related analysis experience with at least 2 years of hands-on experience creating AFSIM scenarios and models.
• Hands-on experience in developmental testing of aircraft and weapons in secure environments.
• Familiarity with instrumentation range operations safety constraints and flight test processes.

Desired Qualifications

• Masters degree in engineering or physics from an ABET-accredited program.
• Graduate of a Test Pilot School.
• Knowledge of modern military systems (U.S. and foreign).
• Experience with tools such as AFSIM STK JMP Python C or R.
• Previous exposure to military test ranges such as Nellis AFB Edwards AFB China Lake NAS White Sands Missile Range or similar.

Why Niceville Florida
Niceville offers a great quality of life with access to white sand beaches boating fishing hiking and water sports. The region combines a low cost of living with a welcoming community excellent schools and proximity to nightlife shopping and entertainment in nearby Destin.