Technical Engineer Journeyman

Optimal Solutions & Technologies (OST, Inc.) is focused on excellence. We specialize in providing Management Consulting, Information Technology, and Research Development and Engineering services.

The fundamental distinction of the OST team is its business knowledge in both the public and private sectors. We serve the aerospace & transportation, association & nonprofit, defense, education, energy, financial, healthcare, and technology & telecommunications industries. OST is successful because we listen to our clients, we learn from our clients, and we know our clients.

Technical Engineer Journeyman

Job Description:

• The Technical Engineer JNY provides engineering and technical execution support to the design, integration, testing, fielding, and sustainment of Training Aids, Devices, Simulators, and Simulations (TADSS). The individual applies technical expertise to ensure systems meet operational training requirements, technical specifications, and lifecycle performance objectives.
• Responsibilities include supporting engineering analyses of TADSS capabilities; assisting with development and review of technical requirements, specifications, interface control documents, and system documentation; and supporting system integration activities across hardware, software, networks, and training enablers. The Technical Engineer participates in technical interchange meetings, design reviews, and working groups to identify risks, resolve issues, and ensure technical alignment with objectives.
• Additional duties include supporting test and evaluation activities; assisting with data collection, analysis, and reporting; supporting configuration and change management activities; and contributing to development of technical reports, briefings, and acquisition artifacts. The role collaborates closely with systems engineers, test engineers, military doctrine analysts, acquisition analysts, logisticians, and leadership to ensure technical solutions effectively support Army training outcomes.
• The Technical Engineer provides practical, hands-on engineering insight and recommendations to improve system performance, interoperability, maintainability, and training effectiveness across portfolios.

Required Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of experience supporting engineering or technical activities within a DoD, Federal, or defense training environment
• Demonstrated experience with:
• Technical analysis and system support
• Integration or test support for training systems or TADSS
• Technical documentation and reporting
• Coordination with engineering, acquisition, and program teams Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline
• Active Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• TADSS development, integration, or sustainment
• Systems engineering lifecycle processes
• Test & Evaluation support for training systems
• Prior military or Army training systems experience

This is a full-time position paying a base salary $100,000, and full benefits, and has possible bonus potential based on merit and performance. To be considered for this position, please apply online with a resume.

OST is an equal-opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, religion, gender, native origin, age, disability, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.