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# Test Engineer - Flight Testing at JRC Careers

- **Company:** JRC Careers
- **Location:** District of Columbia, United States
- **Posted:** 2026-10-21
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-28
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/jrc/jobs/4462115009

## Job description

Who We Are ([video](https://bit.ly/3hKrw6h))

At JRC, we tackle some of the toughest challenges faced by the Department of War (DoW) and other government agencies. Our expertise in engineering innovation and semiconductor technologies allows us to deliver mission-critical microelectronics solutions, aerospace systems engineering, and cutting-edge research and development. By joining JRC, you’ll be part of a team that supports strategic deterrence and defense missions, playing a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of the United States and its allies.

🚀Join JRC's Missiles & Space Team!

Join a team at the forefront of national security, supporting the flight testing and advancement of some of the Navy’s most critical strategic weapons systems. As the Test Engineer, Flight Testing, you will serve as a trusted technical leader and advisor to our Navy customer, helping plan, coordinate, and execute Submarine Launched Ballistic Missile (SLBM) test activities. Working alongside government stakeholders, industry partners, and national test range organizations, you will play a key role in flight test instrumentation, spectrum management, systems integration, and acquisition support, ensuring mission success while advancing capabilities that directly support the Nation’s strategic deterrence objectives.

💼What You'll Do

- Serve as JRC’s Lead Engineer to provide management and technical services to the Flight Test Instrumentation Unit of PAESSP to meet SLBM tests.
- Work with JRC’s Spectrum Manager to coordinate PAESSP Frequency Management and Spectrum Allocation for the Trident Missile and other key acquisition priorities.
- Manage PAESSP’s Special Engineering Test process including policy, control, and procedures for configuration control and accounting of changes from the baseline due to flight test instrumentation experiments and / or necessary test instrumentation not complete with its planned incorporation into the baseline configuration.
- Represent PAESSP with National Test Range stakeholders to advocate for resourcing to meet requirements to support SLBM testing.
- Work with other PAESSP Branches, PAESSP Field Activities, and Industry Partners to meet Flight Test Instrumentation Unit objectives, including inter-branch coordination, flight test working groups, systems readiness tests, risk review, equipment refresh integrated product teams, and flight test planning and preparations.
- Develop Leadership-level briefings, papers, and other products.  Develop and present briefings and other products to senior leaders.

🧠What You Bring to the Table

- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, Systems, or related discipline).
- 7+ years of experience in defense system engineering.
- Demonstrated experience in missile systems design, integration, and verification.  Knowledge of missile or weapon system testing.
- Knowledge of the DoD 5000-series acquisition policies, including DoDI 5000.88 and 5000.02.
- Strong communication skills and ability to interface with DoW / DoD, Service PAEs, and industry partners.
- Active or recently adjudicated Top Secret clearance.

⭐Bonus Points

- Master’s degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
- DAWIA Advanced Certification in Engineering or Program Management.
- Two years in technical leadership role on a major defense acquisition program.
- Prior service aboard submarines and experience with flight testing.
- Management experience.
- High-quality communication and presentation dexterity.
- Process improvement certification (Black Belt)
- Experience supporting nuclear-capable or strategic missile programs.
- Experience with Spectrum XXI.

At JRC we offer...

- A competitive compensation package
- An exceptional employee benefits program, providing support for our team members' well-being and success
- The chance to contribute to a high-profile Department of Defense programs and make a positive impact
- A collaborative work environment where teamwork, creativity, and innovation thrive
- Opportunities for professional growth and development, helping you advance your career

## About JRC Careers

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: JRC Integrated Systems is a defense and aerospace engineering firm providing systems engineering, semiconductor technology, and R&D solutions to U.S. national security agencies.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Bootstrapped)
- **Headquarters**: Not publicly specified – primary operations in the Washington D.C. area, with offices in Sunnyvale, CA and four other U.S. locations.
- **Founded**: 2003
- **Founders**: Dr. Tony Jimenez

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Defense & Aerospace – systems engineering, radiation-hardened microelectronics, strategic deterrence.
- **Target customers**: U.S. Department of Defense (Navy, Missile Defense Agency), NASA, and other aerospace customers (B2G).
- **Mission/purpose statement**: “To help solve complex engineering and programmatic challenges and develop smart solutions for our nation’s strategic goals that keep America and her Allies safe.”

## Products & Services
- **Aerospace Systems Engineering**: Full lifecycle support for strategic weapon systems, including Columbia Class submarine, hypersonics, and precision propulsion.
- **Radiation Hardened Semiconductor Technology**: A world-leading standard cell library enabling secure, large-scale production in trusted U.S. foundries for defense and space.
- **Research & Development**: Rapid prototyping, testing, and iteration of next-generation defense technologies.
- **Hardware-In-The-Loop Integrated Test Facility**: Custom test capabilities for advanced defense systems.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available
- **Key Metric**: Over 250 employees operating across 6 offices and 30+ states.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: U.S. Navy (Strategic Systems Programs), Missile Defense Agency, NASA; official participant in the DoD Mentor‑Protégé Program.
- **Growth Signals**:
  - Opened a new office in Sunnyvale, CA to accelerate radiation-hardened microelectronics innovation (2025).
  - Repeatedly named a Washington Post Top Workplace and Best Place to Work by Washington Business Journal and Orlando Business Journal (12+ consecutive years).
  - Expanding into AI/ML, hypersonics, and microelectronics.

## Competitive Advantages
- Deep domain expertise in strategic deterrence and defense with multi-decade government relationships.
- Proprietary radiation-hardened semiconductor library – a unique, mission-critical technology moat.
- “Everyone leads” culture that emphasizes leadership at every level, backed by formal mentorship programs.
- Strong employee value proposition with industry‑leading benefits (10% 401k contribution, no employee match needed).

## Strategic Focus
- Accelerate growth in artificial intelligence and microelectronics for defense.
- Expand partnerships with new customers across hypersonics, advanced propulsion, and resilient microelectronics.
- Scale semiconductor production capabilities through trusted U.S. foundries.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: People‑first, family‑oriented values (Family, Excellence, Integrity). Emphasis on leadership and mentorship; official DoD Mentor‑Protégé participant.
- **Work policy**: Hybrid, remote, and on‑site roles available across multiple offices and government sites.
- **Benefits** (from careers page):
  - 401(k) with company contribution of 10% of salary (3% safe harbor + 7% discretionary) – no employee match required.
  - 100% tuition reimbursement up to IRS limit ($5,250/year).
  - Generous paid time off plus all federal holidays.
  - Excellent medical, dental, vision coverage; short‑ and long‑term disability; life insurance.
  - Commuter benefits (parking reimbursement, SmartBenefits).
  - Employee Assistance Program and referral bonuses.
- **Security clearance**: Many roles require an active U.S. government clearance (Secret, Top Secret, TS/SCI).

## Sources
1. [Careers page – JRC](https://jrcsystems.com/careers/)
2. [About page – JRC](https://jrcsystems.com/about/)
3. [Main website – JRC](https://jrcsystems.com/)
4. [LinkedIn company page](https://www.linkedin.com/company/jrc-integrated-systems)
5. [Greenhouse job board](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/jrc/)

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