Job Title: Test EngineerJob Description Lead and execute testing strategies for energetic materials, ensuring adherence to OP-5: Ammunition or equivalent safety standards. Manage day-to-day testing operations, laboratory equipment, and personnel with a focus on operational safety, regulatory compliance, and process efficiency. Responsibilities + Perform in-depth testing and analysis of energetic systems, chemicals, and formulations to validate performance, quality, and safety. + Apply expert knowledge of maintenance techniques and testing procedures relevant to energetic systems and materials. + Review and contribute to technical documentation, including technical data packages, standard operating procedures (SOPs), quality production documents, and process documentation. + Ensure strict compliance with safety regulations and industry best practices for the handling and testing of energetic materials. + Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to support development, testing, and troubleshooting initiatives. Essential Skills + Must have experience with energetics. + Bachelor's degree in engineering (mechanical, chemical materials, or related field). + Working knowledge of OP-5 safety regulations or similar standards. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Strong understanding of various testing methodologies and maintenance practices for energetics systems and formulations. + In-depth knowledge of regulatory and safety standards applicable to energetics testing, development, and manufacturing. Work Environment The position requires working onsite for 5 days a week at Indian Head. The role involves using laboratory equipment and adhering to strict safety protocols. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $140000.00 - $180000.00/yr. ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including health and dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, educational benefits, FSAs, a generous 401k plan, profit sharing, an EAP, 11-20 paid vacation days per year, 10 paid holidays per year, 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time) and more. The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Chantilly,VA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 11, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.