Principal Test Systems Test Execution Lead

The successful candidate will manage a cross functional test team including electrical, software, mechanical, etc. Oversee and coordinate the administrative and operational aspects of ongoing projects within program guidelines. Coordinate with program leadership, finance, and planning to execute Earned Value Management (EVM). Analyze data gathered and develop solutions or alternative methods of proceeding to optimize performance and increase efficiency of work. Facilitate project tasks with the various functional organizations to ensure alignment with overall project objectives.

Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of eight (8) years’ prior relevant experience OR an advanced degree and 5 years of experience.

Experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and Program management. Experience with the functionalities of Test Systems Engineering or equivalent

Engineering experience for both hardware and test software development, integration, verification, validation, and maintenance activities within production, manufacturing, product qualification environments.

Experience with program management tools such as EVMS, Integrated Master Plan (IMP), Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), and Risk and Opportunity Management. Experience with budget, schedule, Estimate at Complete (EAC) process, and financial performance report generation with Test Systems Engineering or equivalent Engineering programs. Budget Change Request (BCR) and Basis of Estimate (BOE) generation for Test Systems Engineering programs.

**Qualifications We Prefer:**

Experience in managing multi-disciplinary teams. EVMS certification, Program Management certification.

Demonstrate IPTL experience showing the ability to collaborate with program office, cross-functional teams, and internal/external customers.

Strong influential communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to present analytic and performance results from program to functional leadership.

Experience in small/medium program execution

Demonstrate understanding of engineering development, transition to production, production, and maintenance . Experience with proposal capture and contract processes from receipt of RFP, preparing Basis of Estimates, proposal submittal, preparing Statements of Work, contract startup and contract close-out.

Experience with all the functionalities of Automation Test Equipment/Unit Under Test (ATE/UUT) -. Agile Methodologies understanding.

All Qualified candidates will be responded to in 24 hours or less Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance This effort is on-Site in Tucson, AZ Employment type: Full Time W-2 or Contract Pay Rate: 125K -140K. Depending on experience and skills match Benefits offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; long term disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. PTO (vacation, holidays, as well as other any applicable federal and state sick leave).