Environmental Test Engineer (Engineer Test 3) - 23713

Requisition Number :  23713

Required Travel : 0 - 10%

Employment Type :  Full Time / Salaried / Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range :  $94,269.00 - $140,000.00

Security Clearance :  Secret

Level of Experience :  Mid HI

This opportunity resides with All-Domain Operations (ADO) , a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. All-Domain Operations comprises multi-domain operations, platforms and logistics, and intelligence operations.

HII designs, develops, integrates and manages the sensors, systems and other assets necessary to support integrated ISR operations and accelerated decision-making. With data fusion and mission management capabilities for the Department of Defense, the combatant commands and the intelligence community, HII advances the mission around the globe.

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division

Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

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Job Description

Are you a hands-on engineer with a passion for pushing the limits of technology? Do you thrive on seeing how things break (so you can make them unbreakable)?

Mission Technologies, a division of HII, is looking for an enthusiastic and meticulous Environmental Test Engineer to join our cutting-edge team!

This isn't your average lab coat and clipboard job. As an Environmental Test Engineer, you'll be the architect of adversity, designing and executing rigorous tests of our products by subjecting them to environmental testing. From scorching temperatures and extreme vibrations to relentless humidity and crushing pressures, you'll be instrumental in validating the robustness and reliability of our next-generation technologies that support national defense. You will develop and execute test plans, analyze data, and write test reports. Your work directly contributes to the mission readiness and operational excellence of vital systems used by our customers.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Test Development and Execution : Develop and implement test procedures for dynamic and thermal environmental testing of components, subsystems, and products.

Design and execute novel environmental, mechanical, and electrical tests tailored to specific product requirements.

Interpret environmental test standards (e.g., MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461) and design test plans accordingly.

Configure test setups, fixtures, and instrumentation per test plans and standards.

Operate test consoles and environmental test equipment such as thermal chambers, vibration systems, and instrumentation.

Conduct hands-on shock, vibration, thermal, humidity, salt fog, and solar testing.

Collaborate with third party labs for offsite tests.

Test Analysis and Reporting : Review and analyze test data to confirm accuracy, quality, and compliance with requirements.

Troubleshoot and identify the root cause of issues encountered during testing.

Prepare and publish test reports documenting test results and findings.

Process Improvement and Collaboration :

Identify improvement opportunities and execute initiatives to enhance safety, product quality, and testing efficiency.

Develop five-year capital purchase plan to align test capabilities with customer requirements.

Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure robust and complete testing.

Assist and mentor junior engineers as appropriate.

Participate in test readiness reviews and related meetings. Contribute to white papers and proposals.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.
• Experience in environmental testing for DOD contracts (or similar field)
• Experience in developing and executing environmental test plans and procedures
• Working knowledge of relevant environmental test standards
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must possess an active US Secret clearance at a minimum

Preferred Requirements

Physical Requirements

May require working in an office, industrial, shipboard, or laboratory environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances.

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus / other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

Why HII

We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI / ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance?

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.