Test & Evaluation Engineer

Dynamo Technologies
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD, United States
5 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
$120,000.0 - $160,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

JIRA Cyber Security Software Requirements Analysis Systems Integration Test Data Test Management Strategies of Testing Test Scripts SC Clearance

Job description

Dynamo Technologies LLC is seeking an experienced Test & Evaluation Engineer to support Program Manager Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PM PNT) at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland. The selected candidate will support the development, planning, execution, analysis, and documentation of classified and unclassified test activities for products within the Combat Ready PNT portfolio.

The Test & Evaluation Engineer will work closely with engineering, program management, cybersecurity, logistics, and other technical stakeholders to develop effective test strategies, execute test events, analyze results, and provide leadership with clear recommendations regarding product performance and identified issues.

This position requires strong technical judgment, critical thinking, communication skills, and the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders in a DoD test environment., * Develop test strategies, plans, and procedures for PM PNT and Combat Ready PNT products using system requirements, engineering documentation, and applicable technical standards.

  • Plan, coordinate, and execute classified and unclassified test events for hardware, software, subsystems, and systems.
  • Coordinate personnel, equipment, data collection systems, facilities, and other resources required to accomplish test objectives.
  • Execute test procedures and evaluate system performance against established requirements and test objectives.
  • Collect, review, and analyze test data and provide leadership with clear findings, implications, and recommendations.
  • Develop, review, and support test documentation including Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMPs), test plans, test procedures, Test Readiness Review (TRR) materials, test reports, and test results.
  • Upload and maintain test data and documentation following test events.
  • Identify, document, and support resolution of Test Incident Reports (TIRs).
  • Maintain and manage JIRA to ensure accurate tracking and timely updates of TIRs and other test-related issues.
  • Update MAPS, DAPS, and DME systems with current software releases to ensure systems are properly configured and ready for testing.
  • Support test equipment accountability, inventory, unpacking, staging, configuration, and shipment activities.
  • Assemble and configure test equipment, including vests, antennas, and other components, for system checkouts, demonstrations, and test events.
  • Assist with keying devices using Communications Security (COMSEC) software as required.
  • Prepare and present classified and unclassified test briefings, status updates, and technical materials.
  • Participate in technical and program reviews including SRR, SFR, PDR, CDR, and TRR.
  • Participate in IPTs, working groups, and other technical forums and provide input to schedules, risks, and budgets.
  • Assist with the development and review of SOOs, SOWs, PWSs, performance specifications, and related acquisition documentation.
  • Provide technical input and assistance during proposal evaluations and other acquisition activities.
  • Participate in classified meetings and test activities as required.
  • Perform other test and evaluation duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Strong understanding of Test & Evaluation principles and processes.
  • Experience developing and executing test strategies, plans, procedures, and events.
  • Experience analyzing test data and translating technical results into meaningful findings and recommendations.
  • Experience working with engineering requirements and technical documentation.
  • Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to coordinate effectively with engineers, testers, program managers, government personnel, and other stakeholders.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple concurrent test activities.
  • Experience supporting DoD test and evaluation programs or systems.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain the required security clearance.
  • Ability to support classified and unclassified environments.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

  • Experience supporting Army or DoD PNT programs.
  • Experience with Combat Ready PNT, MAPS, DAPS, or DME systems.
  • Experience with JIRA or other issue/test management systems.
  • Experience with cybersecurity, hardware/software integration, system compatibility, qualification, environmental, EMI/EMC, or other specialized testing.
  • Experience with COMSEC equipment and keying procedures.
  • Experience supporting formal technical reviews such as SRR, SFR, PDR, CDR, and TRR.
  • Experience with test data acquisition and analysis tools.
  • Experience working in a classified DoD test environment.

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 7 years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree in Engineering with 5 years of relevant experience.
  • Relevant experience must include testing and evaluation of DoD systems, products, or technologies.

Travel Requirement:

  • 25% travel may be required to support local and field test events, exercises, technical meetings, and other program activities.

Clearance Requirement:

  • Secret clearance required with the ability to obtain a Top Secret.

Salary Range: The salary range for this position represents Dynamo’s good-faith estimate of the compensation expected to be offered at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including, but not limited to, the responsibilities of the role, the candidate’s experience, skills, education, work location, and internal equity.

About the company

Dynamo is a full lifecycle digital transformation company providing best-in-class technology and mission support services to our clients. Dynamo’s mission is to lead the digital transformation industry and provide best-in-class solutions for our clients with a truly human touch.

We leverage industry leading practices to empower our clients, ultimately providing them with the necessary tools, knowledge, and information required to successfully achieve their strategic goals, while optimizing their operations.

Through our partnerships, boldness, and authenticity, Dynamo goes against the grain of a traditional government contracting company by providing top-caliber team members, delivering quality results, and always exceeding expectations.

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