Test and Evaluation Analyst

Responsibilities

• Provide Subject Matter Expertise on current U.S. SSBN operational tactics and procedures.
• Collaborate with government and industry stakeholders to ensure Modeling and Simulation (M&S) solutions accurately represent SSBN operational employment and support COLUMBIA program development.
• Review program requirements, manning documents, training materials, and other technical documentation. Provide and adjudicate stakeholder comments as required.
• Perform Mission Based Test Design activities, including:
• Test planning: Develop comprehensive operational test plans that define objectives, methodologies, resources, and evaluation criteria to assess system performance and mission effectiveness.
• Test Execution: Coordinate and support the execution of operational tests by collecting data, monitoring test activities, and ensuring compliance with approved test procedures.
• Test Reporting: Analyze test results and prepare clear, concise reports that document findings, assess operational effectiveness and suitability, and provide recommendations to stakeholders.

Qualifying Requirements

• Must possess an active Top Secret clearance and be eligible for SCI access.
• Must possess the ability to apply analytical methodologies to evaluate operational effectiveness and suitability of the COLUMBIA SSBN and its supporting systems.
• Must possess superior technical writing skills to draft unambiguous and concise test plans, test reports, and supporting documents.
• Must be physically qualified to embark aboard U.S. submarines in support of underway operational testing.
• Previous experience serving on OHIO class SSBNs is highly desired.
• Previous experience working in the acquisition community, particularly OPTEVFOR, is highly desired.

Certification/Education Requirements

• A bachelor's degree is desired, preferably in an engineering or science-related field. Equivalent experience will be considered.
• Previous experience with Mission Based Test Design is desired. Required training will be provided through classroom instruction and on-the-job mentoring.

Pay

Salary Range: $100,000-$120,000/yr