- Company Name
- Strategic Analytix
- Job Title
- Test Engineer (Skill Levels 1-3)
- Job Description
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**Job Title**
Test Engineer (Skill Levels 1‑3)
**Role Summary**
Conducts analysis, planning, and execution of Test & Evaluation (T&E) for defense and government systems. Applies government T&E concepts, modeling, simulation, and statistical methods to assess system performance, risk, and suitability. Produces T&E documentation, plans, and reports to support acquisition schedules and decision‑making.
**Expectations**
- Hold a TS/SCI clearance with full‑scope polygraph.
- Minimum 2 years of T&E experience in similar government programs.
- Ability to work cross‑functionally with Systems Engineering, acquisition, and data management teams.
- Deliver accurate, data‑driven evaluation plans and reports within program timelines.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Review system requirements, acquisition plans, and operational concepts to define T&E scope.
- Plan risk‑tailored performance estimation and analysis for inspection, demonstration, simulation, and physical test.
- Analyze and prioritize performance risk areas; design testing strategies to reduce uncertainty.
- Specify, validate, and adapt models and simulations for T&E use.
- Apply statistical analysis to performance data for confidence assessment.
- Execute evaluation plans, collect and authenticate data, and monitor program discrepancy reporting.
- Coordinate with Systems Engineering to integrate functional analysis and system descriptions into T&E plans.
- Design SME surveys, user assessments, and data sampling schemes to balance information needs and resource constraints.
- Produce Evaluation Plans, Analysis Plans, Risk Assessments, Evaluation Reports, and status updates.
- Ensure test readiness: equipment, training, security, legal, and privacy compliance.
- Maintain knowledge of applicable government, national, and international standards.
- Develop mitigation strategies for emerging T&E risks and recommend courses of action.
- Participate in Integrated Test Teams or WIPT activities to synchronize T&E activities across the program.
**Required Skills**
- Government Test & Evaluation concepts and acquisition lifecycle.
- Modeling & Simulation (M&S) development and validation.
- Statistical analysis of performance data.
- Risk assessment and mitigation planning.
- Data collection, authentication, and discrepancy reporting.
- Documentation of T&E plans, reports, and strategic products (e.g., TRAs, T&E Strategy, T&E Master Plan).
- Familiarity with defense acquisition standards (e.g., AFI, DoD, or agency‑specific guidelines).
- Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem‑solving abilities.
- Effective communication and coordination across multidisciplinary teams.
**Required Education & Certifications**
- Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Science, Engineering, Statistics, Engineering Management, or a closely related discipline (accredited institution).
- TS/SCI clearance with full‑scope polygraph; eligibility to maintain clearance during employment.
- Relevant engineering or acquisition certifications are a plus (e.g., ASQ, PMP, INCOSE, or equivalent).
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Fort meade, United states
Hybrid
Junior
13-11-2025