Test Engineer in West Mifflin, Pennsylvania at JGMS Government Services LLC

Application Deadline:

9/19/2026

Position Summary:

JGMS Government Services is looking to hire an experienced A4W propulsion plant operator to join our client's team as a Test Engineer supporting A4W Fleet Interactive Training Equipment (FITE). FITEs are high-fidelity simulation platforms used to develop and maintain the operational readiness skills of the deployed fleet.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• The successful candidate will support the A4W FITE platform, and will cross-train to support the A1B FITE platform.
• Test engineers certify hardware and software based field changes prior to deployment to the FITE sites.
• The test programs focus on plant operations conforming FITE operational values with expected plant response.
• Test Engineers also support other groups as they develop field changes as these groups leverage the FITE preproduction units.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or engineering technology from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.
• Previous A4W qualification as Engineering Officer of the Watch (EOOW), Propulsion Plant Watch Officer (PPWO), or Engineering Watch Supervisor (EWS).
• Semiannual travel to other client sites.
• Ability to cross-train on the A1B platform.
• Ability to learn the simulation software platform.

Desired Qualifications:

• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and team building skills.
• Ability to team and solve complex problems.
• Ability to work independently and complete assignments for all aspects of work with minimal direction from management.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to communication with management and interfacing organizations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.

Security Clearance:

Candidates must possess a DOE L security clearance.

Background Check and Screenings:

A pre-employment drug screening and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verification is required.

Benefits:

We take pride in promoting a healthy work-life balance, family-friendly benefits, servant leadership, team values and professional growth. Our competitive benefits package includes:

• Medical insurance - 100% company paid premiums for employees
• Dental and vision insurance
• 401k plan with company match
• 24 hours of paid community service a year
• Up to 4 weeks paid time off a year
• 10 paid floating holidays
• Life insurance, short- and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional development opportunities

JGMS Family of Companies

Ethically minded, mission-driven.

We provide applied technology, engineering, science, and management services to government and private sector clients nationwide. As a diverse team of professionals, we are focused on meeting the needs of our clients and following through with real solutions that effectively and efficiently meet all budgetary and scheduling requirements. As a member of the team, you will be involved in a growing, dynamic organization that is developing new client solutions to benefit our environment and economy.

Equal Opportunity Employer

JGMS Government Services LLC (JGMS-GS) is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity (EEO) in any term, condition, or privilege of employment. The Company prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all applicants, employees, including managers, supervisors, co-workers, and non-employees such as customers, clients, vendors, consultants, or any other entity in professional contact with the Company.

Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearance requirements, US citizenship may be required.

Interested candidates should submit an application through the JGMS Careers page by the application deadline listed in this posting. Applications may include a current resume and any other materials identified in the posting. Applicants may redact information from application materials that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance completing the online application, please call (970) 254-1354. Alternatively, an email may be sent to HR@jgmsgovservices.com with the subject line 'Applicant Accommodation' in the email.