Sustainment Test and Evaluation Engineer

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, coordinate, and execute testing across a range of MILSATCOM and NC3 systems, including FAB-T, Global-ASNT, TDSPP, MMS, GBS, and related terminals, subsystems, and devices
• Conduct independent verification and validation of hardware and software modifications to assess impacts on system performance, interoperability, and mission readiness
• Provide engineering and technical support, including integration activities, communication circuit troubleshooting, anomaly resolution, and identification of software or hardware defects
• Evaluate system modifications, identify shortfalls or interoperability issues, and deliver clear technical assessments to the government customer
• Prepare and deliver technical documentation, including test plans, procedures, system configuration diagrams, engineering studies, white papers, and test reports
• Work in a state-of-the-art laboratory environment to efficiently test system upgrades and improvements
• Utilize senior-level problem-solving and analytical skills to resolve complex technical challenges and drive actionable solutions
• Engage collaboratively with government, DoW organizations, and industry partners to achieve mission-focused outcomes
• Support the Sustainment Integrated Product Team (IPT) in advancing Joint and Allied combat readiness across MILSATCOM and NC3 systems

Requirements

• Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. citizenship is mandatory)
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, computer science, or similar technical discipline from an accredited university
• 10+ years leadership/management experience
• 5+ years experience with DoW/USAF/USSF test processes and documentation
• 5+ years experience working with military or DoW civilian clients and managing professional relationships
• 5+ years experience working in a highly competitive multi-contractor environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent written, verbal communications and presentation skills

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Developmental Test (DT) experience supporting a DoW Lead Developmental Test Organization (LDTO) or other verification test organization
• 5+ years of Operational Test (OT) experience supporting a DoW Operational Test Agency (OTA) or other validation test organization
• Proper handling and use of cryptographic equipment
• Understands basic principles of cyber security testing focused on DoW STIG compliance
• Possesses International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE) certification (e.g., ASEP, CSEP, ESEP)
• Possesses knowledge of DoW mission system sustainment processes
• Understands Narrowband/Wideband/Protected SATCOM capabilities; previously operated/maintained one or more of the following systems: FAB-T, MMS, Global-ASNT and/or GBS
• Possesses knowledge of basic use of Jira/Confluence or other Digital Engineering (DE) applications (e.g., MBSE)