Test Engineer I

Summary

Altron, Inc. is seeking a Test Engineer to join their team in Manassas, VA. In this role, you will support test procedure development and assist senior engineers during system verification, playing a key role in ensuring Navy training system readiness through structured testing and accurate documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the creation and updating of basic test procedures and documentation for Navy training system readiness
• Supporting senior testers during system verification and acceptance events at customer or partner sites
• Helping identify and report functional or performance issues found during testing
• Recording test results, updating logs, and contributing to simple test report sections as directed
• Assisting with setup, configuration, and basic troubleshooting of hardware, networks, and test environments
• Participating in demonstrations and team discussions to gain understanding of system design and provide early test-related observations
• Supporting routine installation and maintenance tasks for computer and network hardware under guidance
• Maintaining hardware inventories and updating documentation for minor configuration changes
• Working on clearly defined tasks with direct supervision, with opportunities to increase responsibility over time
• Primarily working during standard business hours, with occasional planned schedule adjustments to support testing events

Skills

• U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Secret clearance at time of hire
• Some experience with or exposure to the AN/BYG-1 Combat Control System (operator, maintainer, tester, or integrator experience all acceptable)
• Familiarity with submarine combat systems, the SWFTS community, or similar Navy tactical/training environments
• Basic hands-on experience with computer or network hardware installation, maintenance, or troubleshooting
• Ability to follow established procedures and accurately document work
• Willingness to learn, ask questions, and develop stronger system knowledge
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness to travel as needed
• Prior Navy or submarine operations experience, especially sonar or combat systems
• Experience supporting Navy training systems or test events
• Introductory familiarity with systems engineering or structured test methods
• Basic understanding of networks, system integration, virtualization, or Linux/Windows environments
• Strong attention to detail and interest in troubleshooting
• Ability to work well within a technical team and adapt as requirements evolve

Qualifications

Must Haves

• U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Secret clearance at time of hire
• Some experience with or exposure to the AN/BYG-1 Combat Control System (operator, maintainer, tester, or integrator experience all acceptable)
• Familiarity with submarine combat systems, the SWFTS community, or similar Navy tactical/training environments
• Basic hands-on experience with computer or network hardware installation, maintenance, or troubleshooting
• Ability to follow established procedures and accurately document work
• Willingness to learn, ask questions, and develop stronger system knowledge
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness to travel as needed

Nice to Haves

• Prior Navy or submarine operations experience, especially sonar or combat systems
• Experience supporting Navy training systems or test events
• Introductory familiarity with systems engineering or structured test methods
• Basic understanding of networks, system integration, virtualization, or Linux/Windows environments
• Strong attention to detail and interest in troubleshooting
• Ability to work well within a technical team and adapt as requirements evolve

Benefits

• Sign on bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare benefits (medical, dental, and vision)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• Paid time off
• Holidays
• Tuition and training reimbursement