Test Engineer - Hardware

Company Overview

Dignitas Technologies, a By Light company, offers a wide range of services in the military modeling, simulation, and training (MS&T) industry from research efforts advancing simulation technologies to large acquisition contracts. Dignitas specializes in system and software analysis, design, development, testing, fielding, and courseware for Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) training applications. 

By Light Professional IT Services LLC readies warfighters and federal agencies with technology and systems engineered to connect, protect, and prepare individuals and teams for whatever comes next. Headquartered in McLean, VA, By Light supports defense, civilian, and commercial IT customers worldwide.

Position Overview

The Test Engineer will play a critical role in the planning, development, and execution of delivery orders (DOs), contributing as a hands-on individual contributor. This individual will be responsible for assisting in systems engineering efforts across the full lifecycle, from initial concept and requirements development through testing, verification, and final delivery, focusing on testing and ensuring that the system that is being built can be efficiently tested. The ideal candidate has solid experience in systems engineering, enjoys solving complex technical problems, and can work independently with moderate supervision.

This role requires close collaboration with internal teams, external suppliers, and government stakeholders and involves occasional travel to customer sites or supplier locations. A hybrid work environment is possible when not required to be on-site for customer meetings or test events. The program reserves the right to require on-site work if program execution and success dictates.

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday, 9:00a a.m. to 5 p.m. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement test protocols for military simulation systems, subsystems, and components
• Lead verification and validation (V&V), including test planning, execution, and documentation
• Assist in system, subsystem, and component assembly in the lab and at customer sites
• Ensure compliance with government standards, cybersecurity requirements, and program specifications
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software, graphics, and program management
• Develop and maintain technical documentation (e.g., CDRLs)
• Participate in design reviews (SPR, PDR, CDR) and technical interchange meetings
• Troubleshoot system-level issues and support root cause analysis in lab and field environments
• Contribute to risk management, configuration control, and change management processes

Required Experience/Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or 3 years experience as a test engineer for defense or aerospace systems
• Experience with system lifecycle processes (requirements, design, integration, test, sustainment)
• Experience with requirements management tools
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, interface control documents, and specifications
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation skills
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Detail-oriented with a focus on system reliability and performance

Preferred Experience/Qualifications

• Prior experience working on military flight simulators
• Prior experience supporting defense or aerospace programs

Special Requirements/Security Clearance

• Ability to obtain a Security Clearance