Job description

Responsibilities Noblis seeks a Test Bed Systems Engineer / Software Developer to provide systems engineering management support for the Department of War (DoW). This position delivers hands-on systems engineering, software development, and technical coordination across the full Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosive (CBRNE) and Weapons of Mass Destruction / Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD/CWMD) mission space. The role requires field test operations. This is onsite role at Kirtland AFB, New Mexico. Key Responsibilities • Develop and deliver Statement of Test Objectives (SOTO), Test Requirements Document (TRD), Test Design Document (TDD), and Test Execution Document (TEP) by analyzing CBRNE technology specifications to define test objectives and parameters • Develop software tools, scripts, and applications to support systems engineering analysis, test data processing, and performance measurement of weapon system technologies across the WMD/CWMD spectrum • Develop system engineering standards to measure the effectiveness of weapon system technologies against targets within the full WMD and C-WMD spectrum • Perform systems engineering assessments supporting Nuclear Fuel Cycle testing events and improvised explosive device (IED) pre- and post-detonation operations • Perform targeting assistance with national technical means support to WMD/CWMD testing • Perform systems engineering analysis to homemade explosives testing, defining capabilities and gaps supporting the WMD mission space • Develop trade-off analyses to enhance performance while minimizing cost and programmatic risk, identifying weapon system requirements for capability gaps/shortfalls and developing technology maturation roadmaps • Perform test bed/test article preparation and verification consistent with test design and requirements documents; serve as on-site point of contact (POC) for technical issues • Develop and maintain software solutions that automate test data collection, analysis workflows, and report to improve operational efficiency Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline • Minimum 5 years of experience in systems engineering, software development, or test and evaluation within the defense or CBRNE domain • Demonstrated software development proficiency in languages and tools applicable to test automation, data analysis, and systems modeling • Capable of working/entering permit-required confined spaces as an entrant and/or rescue • Capable of performing work in areas with exposure to heavy construction, confined space environments, and in underground tunnels and target structures • US Citizen with a Top Secret clearance, and ability to obtain TS/SCI Desired Qualifications • Experience with WMD Defeat and Hard Target Defeat (HTD) weapon systems analysis • OSHA Permit-Required Confined Space Training • OSHA 510 (Construction), 511 (General Industry), and 7405 (Fall Protection) training — or Occupational Safety degree or Associate (or higher) Safety Professional credential • OSHA Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) 40-hour Training • Experience with Nuclear Fuel Cycle testing or radiological source handling • Experience developing software for test instrumentation, sensor data fusion, or real-time data acquisition systems Overview Overview Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation’s toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers’ most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions. We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at careers.noblis.org Why Work at Noblis At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission‑driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer. Noblis has earned numerous workplace awards for our culture, our commitment to employee well‑being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug‑free workplace. Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements. Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us . EEO is the Law | E-Verify | Right to Work Total Rewards At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site. Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package. Posted Salary Range USD $95,500.00 - USD $149,200.00 /Yr.

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Develop software tools, scripts, and applications to support systems engineering analysis, test data processing, and performance measurement of weapon system technologies across the WMD/CWMD spectrum
Develop system engineering standards to measure the effectiveness of weapon system technologies against targets within the full WMD and C-WMD spectrum
Perform systems engineering assessments supporting Nuclear Fuel Cycle testing events and improvised explosive device (IED) pre- and post-detonation operations
Perform targeting assistance with national technical means support to WMD/CWMD testing
Perform systems engineering analysis to homemade explosives testing, defining capabilities and gaps supporting the WMD mission space
Develop trade-off analyses to enhance performance while minimizing cost and programmatic risk, identifying weapon system requirements for capability gaps/shortfalls and developing technology maturation roadmaps
Perform test bed/test article preparation and verification consistent with test design and requirements documents; serve as on-site point of contact (POC) for technical issues
Develop and maintain software solutions that automate test data collection, analysis workflows, and report to improve operational efficiency
Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline
Minimum 5 years of experience in systems engineering, software development, or test and evaluation within the defense or CBRNE domain
Demonstrated software development proficiency in languages and tools applicable to test automation, data analysis, and systems modeling
Capable of working/entering permit-required confined spaces as an entrant and/or rescue
Capable of performing work in areas with exposure to heavy construction, confined space environments, and in underground tunnels and target structures
US Citizen with a Top Secret clearance, and ability to obtain TS/SCI
OSHA Permit-Required Confined Space Training
We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at careers.noblis.org
Why Work at Noblis
Noblis has earned numerous workplace awards for our culture, our commitment to employee well‑being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug‑free workplace.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination

Nice-to-haves

Experience with WMD Defeat and Hard Target Defeat (HTD) weapon systems analysis
OSHA 510 (Construction), 511 (General Industry), and 7405 (Fall Protection) training — or Occupational Safety degree or Associate (or higher) Safety Professional credential
OSHA Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) 40-hour Training
Experience with Nuclear Fuel Cycle testing or radiological source handling
Experience developing software for test instrumentation, sensor data fusion, or real-time data acquisition systems

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