Lead Test Engineer

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. Synthesize customer contractual needs and requirements into system test solutions .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeNewport News • Virginia • United StatesSenior💰 $98,000 - $123,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing comprehensive test plans and procedures while synthesizing customer requirements into effective system test solutions. Possesses strong analytical skills for evaluating system-level performance and coordinating integrated testing activities.

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Lead Test Engineer CertificationShip Safety Officer CertificationWatch Supervisor CertificationWatch Officer CertificationTrade REC Coordinator Certification

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Hard Skills

Test Plan DevelopmentSystem Test SolutionsTechnical AnalysisTest Requirements EvaluationComprehensive System-Level Evaluations

Soft Skills

CoordinationCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Lead Test Engineer CertificationShip Safety Officer CertificationWatch Supervisor CertificationWatch Officer CertificationTrade REC Coordinator CertificationTrade REC Oversight Agent Certification

Industry Keywords

U.S. CitizenshipMultiple ShiftsTest Program Completeness

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Synthesize customer contractual needs and requirements into system test solutions
Account for technical, schedule and cost constraints in test solutions
Develop and direct preparation and execution of comprehensive test plans, procedures and schedules for completing systems
Coordinate integrated testing activities
Review and evaluate test requirements to ensure completeness of the test program
Perform technical analysis of complete systems
Prepare comprehensive system-level evaluations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Lead Test Engineer (LTE) or Ship Safety Officer (SSO) or Watch Supervisor or Watch Officer Certification, or Trade REC Coordinator (TRC) and Trade REC Oversight Agent (TROA) Certification
4 years of relevant professional/exempt experience
U.S. Citizenship required
Ability to work multiple shifts

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices
On-site health centers
Tele-medicine
Wellness resources
Employee assistance programs
Savings plan options (401K)
Financial education and planning tools
Life insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Employee discounts
Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
Competitive benefits
Valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth