Test System Engineer

Job Title

Test System Engineer

Agency

Texas A&M University System Offices

Department

Bush Combat Development Complex

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Bryan, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The System Offices is one of several system members within the Texas A&M University System representing one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a network of 12 universities, a comprehensive health science center, nine state agencies, and the RELLIS Campus. The Texas A&M University System mission is to provide education, conduct research, commercialize technology, offer training, and deliver services for the people of Texas and beyond. The George H.W. Bush Combat Development Complex (BCDC), part of the Texas A&M University System (TAMUS), invites applications for a full-time Test System Engineer.

The BCDC - located on the 2.000-acre RELLIS Campus in Bryan, TX• is an ecosystem for agile technology development and service-member-inspired research. The BCDC is the result of a partnership between the U.S. Army Futures Command and The Texas A&M University System and the State of Texas. The $200 million complex is designed to bring together researchers from U.S. universities, the military and the private sector for collaboration, demonstrations, and high-tech testing of initiatives to help accelerate military innovation for our nation's defense. 

The System Offices, within the Texas A&M University System, provides an outstanding benefits package including, but not limited to: competitive health benefits; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; a defined benefit retirement plan to include an employer contribution through Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS); if applicable, a defined contribution retirement plan to include an employer contribution through an approved ORP vendor: additional voluntary tax deferred annuity (TDA) options; tuition assistance; and wellness programs to promote work/life balance.

Salary:

$3,657.34 - $4,166.67 per month commensurate with experience.

Job Description Summary:

The Test System Engineer applies advanced scientific and engineering expertise to support diverse assignments at the George H.W. Bush Combat Development Complex (BCDC). Reporting to the BCDC Networks, Analytics & Data Operations (NAOO} lead, this role is responsible for:  Implementing comprehensive data acquisition, curation, analysis, and range control solutions for BCDC research, experimentation, and test events; Managing projects related to test systems acquisition and modernization; Providing direct support to research and test teams throughout event planning, execution, and reporting. The engineer collaborates with internal Texas A&M University System partners, BCDC research teams, and external organizations-including government, industry, and laboratories-to develop and integrate data and range instrumentation, network environments, and physical test ranges. The role also advises on data acquisition, visualization, federated architectures, and supports the full spectrum of BCDC missions, primarily within the Innovation Proving Grounds (IPG) and, as needed, Ballistics, Aero-Optics and Materials (BAM).

Responsibilities:

- Configure, integrate, and maintain data acquisition and range control systems, including custom DAS, COTS instrumentation, and modeling tools.

- Provide technical expertise to cross-functional teams and external partners.

- Support data teams with simulation validation, edge case analysis, and visual summarization of test results.

- Plan and execute verification and validation (V&V) activities for research and test technologies.

- Support IPG range and data systems operations across all event phases; assist BAM operations as required.

- Troubleshoot and optimize range network architecture and system reliability.

- Mentor student workers and capstone teams.

- Develop and maintain data visualization tools for analysis and decision-making.

- Organize and prepare post-event datasets for analysis and reporting.

- Maintain range instrumentation systems and resolve hardware/software issues.

- Document data ecosystem workflows, credential management, and instrumentation usage; provide training as needed.

- Support range operations in varied environmental conditions.

- Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (or related field) or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Registration, Certifications, and Licenses:

- Must be able to gain and maintain a DoD (Department of Defense) security clearance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

- Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.

- Proficiency with collaborative platforms (e.g. Microsoft Teams) and productivity software.

- Advanced skills in word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and audio/video tools.

- Excellent business correspondence and documentation abilities.

- Ability to manage confidential and time-sensitive matters.

- Experience with Python and SQL.

- Familiarity with network topologies, wireless architectures, and operating systems (Ubuntu, Linux, Windows, Docker).

Preferred Qualifications:

- Familiarity with wireless: mesh radios, 4G/5G.
- Familiarity with GIS data.
- Experience with shell scripting, C, Ruby, JavaScript, NoSQL.
- Experience with Robot Operating Systems (ROS, ROS2).
- Experience with web application development.

Other Requirements:

This is a security-sensitive position and is restricted to U.S. citizens only. Only complete applications will be considered for employment at The Texas A&M System Offices. Incomplete job application data could result in your application being rejected without an option to reapply. A cover letter and resume may be required in addition to a completed employment application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.