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Associate Systems Engineer

VTG Defense
remote work
United States, Virginia, Manassas
Apr 07, 2026
Overview VTG is seeking an Associate Systems Engineerto support our Navy customer inManassas, VA. This role is primarly on-site in a classified lab enviroment. Thissystems engineerwill work to modernize and improve theSONARtesting programfromrequirements tracing andtest planning through execution and reporting.Thistaskingwill include test modernization, use of automation tools,requirementsand system modeling,and incorporating mission-based testing.Thisrolerequiresadetail-oriented engineerwhowillcreatively apply current test automation tools and techniques to updatea decades-old process. What will you do? The selected candidate will work witha team ofsystems engineers,testengineers, and operators toimplement new tools and techniquestothe existing test program.Newtestingapproacheswillalsobe welcomed for consideration.Additionalwork may include developing tests forseparateVTG systemsdesigned to be deployed on naval vessels. Traceand modelrequirements totestsand update tests and documentation as requirementschange. Implementcommercialtest support softwarein theSONAR system testing program. Designnew testing methods built around a mission-based testing concept. Supportnovel, bespoke algorithms and software suites designed for this system. Provide technical input toprogram managers and government representatives. Conduct demonstrations of automated tests andmodeled systems Provide recommendationsinplanning, coordinating, and executing test events. Primarily on-site workbut someoptions for work from home. Do you have what it takes? Bachelor's or master'sdegreein atechnicalfield, preferablySystems Engineering or similar. Excellent verbal and writtencommunication skills. Experience withrequirementsdocumentation and/ortest execution. US Citizen with current SECRET Clearance. ProficiencyinMicrosoft Office tools. Experience with Linux systems. Successful completion of background check. Desired Qualifications/Skills/Abilities: Experience with automated testing andtools. SysMLexperience including experience with software likeMagicDraw. Experience with naval sonar systems. Experience with requirementanalysis andevaluation. Experience with Python Experience with Artifactory Experienceusingmanual, semi-automatic, and/or automated test systems. Travel Requirements: Minimal travel, mostly in the Manassas area