Celeris Systems is seeking a Test Engineer IV to support a U.S. Space Force modernization program at Vandenberg Space Force Base. The selected candidate will join an established engineering team supporting the planning, development, execution, and documentation of system-level testing for mission-critical range systems.

This position is ideal for an experienced test engineer with a background in systems integration, verification and validation (V&V), and test execution within aerospace, defense, or launch operations. Experience supporting the Western Range or similar Department of Defense test environments is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and execute detailed test plans, test procedures, and test reports.
• Support system integration, verification, validation, and acceptance testing activities.
• Coordinate with Government and contractor engineering teams to ensure successful test execution.
• Evaluate system performance, document test results, and assist in troubleshooting hardware and software anomalies.
• Support Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs), test planning meetings, and post-test reviews.
• Maintain traceability between requirements, verification activities, and test results.
• Analyze test data and prepare technical reports and recommendations.
• Support configuration management and documentation updates associated with testing activities.
• Assist in identifying system deficiencies, documenting issues, and tracking corrective actions through resolution.
• Ensure testing activities comply with program requirements, engineering standards, and established quality processes.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 9 years of experience supporting test engineering, systems integration, verification and validation, or related engineering activities.
• Experience developing test plans, test procedures, and technical test documentation.
• Experience supporting system integration and formal test events.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Active Secret security clearance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting the Western Range, Vandenberg Space Force Base, or other Department of Defense test ranges.
• Experience with telemetry systems, RF systems, communications systems, or networked systems.
• Experience supporting verification and validation (V&V) activities.
• Experience using requirements management or configuration management tools such as DOORS, Windchill, Cameo, or similar.
• Experience supporting Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs) and formal engineering reviews.
• Familiarity with systems engineering processes and the system development lifecycle.
• Experience supporting launch operations, space systems, or mission-critical defense programs.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off and federal holidays.

Celeris Systems, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants and employees are treated with respect and provided equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Pay: $140,000.00 - $155,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Security clearance:

• Secret (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Vandenberg AFB, CA 93437