Test and Evaluation Program Manager

The MTSI Defense Services Division is seeking an experienced Aviation Test and Evaluation Program Manager to lead test and evaluation efforts for a NAVAIR program office. As the T&E PM, you will play a key leadership role in managing and overseeing the overall test and evaluation program to include developmental and operational testing for evaluation of aircraft survivability, vulnerability, and lethality performance of Department of Defense (DoD) systems. The individual in this role will manage and oversee all aspects of T&E activities for assigned programs, including test planning, execution, reporting, and coordination with stakeholders. The PM ensures all testing complies with DoD guidelines, directives, and requirements while directly supporting the acquisition lifecycle of weapon systems and platforms. You will be supporting onsite and overseeing a workforce across multiple test sites and locations. Responsibilities:

1. Program and Test Management:

• Plan, manage, and execute Test & Evaluation programs for new and existing systems.
• Develop and refine test strategies, plans, methodologies, and procedures according to DoD regulations and Congressional statutes.
• Lead and monitor test execution, ensuring adherence to technical objectives, schedules, and budgets.
• Prepare decision briefs, program status reports, risk assessments, and performance evaluation summaries for stakeholders.
• Manage program risks while anticipating challenges and resolving issues to maintain project milestones.

2. Compliance and Documentation:

• Ensure test operations meet DoD standards for survivability, lethality, and vulnerability assessments.
• Develop and submit required documentation, including Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMP), system specifications, and programmatic review materials.
• Coordinate with oversight organizations such as the Director, Operational Test and Evaluation (DOT&E), to gain approval for test plans and reports.

3. Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement:

• Collaborate with technical teams, vendors, and subcontractors to define system requirements.
• Serve as the primary liaison between program offices, testing teams, acquisition staff, and the DoD oversight community.
• Work closely with system engineers, military end-users, and contractors to establish test environments and criteria.
• Represent the program at technical reviews, acquisition meetings, and T&E working groups.

4. Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Oversee data collection, analysis, and verification to ensure test results meet reliability and reproducibility standards.
• Develop actionable insights based on all T&E data to inform design modifications and system improvements.
• Document findings and draft reports for submission to program offices and oversight agencies.

Do you have experience in Test Planning (Quality assurance practices)?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Minimum 10 years of experience in Test & Evaluation, system engineering, or program management within the DoD environment.

• Familiarity with development test and evaluation
• Familiarity with operational test and evaluation
• Familiarity with Live Fire Test & Evaluation procedures and survivability testing methods.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong understanding of DoD test and evaluation requirements, policies, and regulations.
• Proven ability to manage complex programs and prioritize competing tasks.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in test range coordination and test readiness review processes.
• Technical knowledge in weapons effects, aircraft systems, munitions, sensors, and survivability domains.
• Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Program Management certification is preferred., Bachelor's degree

Pulled from the full job description

• Tuition reimbursement

• Health insurance

• 401(k) matching

• Paid time off

• Disability insurance

• Employee stock ownership plan

• 401(k) 6% Match, New Hires Accrue 20 days of PTO and 10 Holidays per Year

• Health Insurance: Zero Deductible Health Plans

• Flexible Schedules: Flex Schedules

• Professional Development: Up to $10,000 Annual Education/Training Reimbursement

• ESOP: Funded Stock Ownership Plan

• 401k Match+: 6% 401k Match + Immediate Vesting

• Bonus Program: Semi-Annual Bonus Opportunity

• Mentorship: Career Mentorship Programs

* Interesting Work: Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security. * Values: Our first core value is that employees come first. We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry. * 100% Employee Owned: We have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers. It's also nice to know what's going on across the company; we have company wide town-hall meetings three times a year. * Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for: * + Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year + Flexible schedules + 6% 401k match with immediate vesting up to $9k annually + Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and Decemeber) + Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account + Up to $10,000 in annual educational reimbursement + Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance + Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan * Track Record of Success: We have grown every year since our founding in 1993. Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.