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# Advanced Software-Based Testbeds Lead

- **Company:** Apogee, Inc.
- **Location:** Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, OH, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Automation of Tests, Cloud Computing, Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Cloud Platform System, Information Technology, Modeling and Simulation, Devsecops
- **Published:** August 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/dfe97cd8-4a05-4081-8e88-fa58d6b122da

## About the Role

Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI, * Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.

 * 8+ years of experience in systems engineering, modeling & simulation, or test and evaluation for complex systems.
 * Experience designing and operating software-based testbeds or simulation environments.
 * Familiarity with cloud architectures and deployment in non-production cloud environments.
 * Proven ability to integrate and test systems with shared enterprise services and interfaces.
 * Strong analytical, documentation, and briefing skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

 * Experience with NASIC Unified Cloud (NUC) or similar DoD cloud environments.
 * Background in DevSecOps, automated test frameworks, and CI/CD practices.
 * Experience comparing and down-selecting among competing technical concepts for government programs.
 * Knowledge of Services of Common Concern and IC/DoD interoperability standards.

## Description

* Perform systems engineering analysis using software-based testbeds and simulators to assess competing technical solutions.
 * Design, configure, and maintain testbed architectures within NASIC Unified Cloud non-production environments.
 * Plan and execute test campaigns to evaluate system performance, interoperability, and feasibility.
 * Integrate testbeds with required Services of Common Concern and enterprise services.
 * Analyze test results and provide decision-ready engineering recommendations.
 * Coordinate with product owners, developers, and enterprise architects to ensure testbed relevance to mission needs.
 * Maintain and deliver a Prioritized Testbed Backlog and Progress Review summary at the end of each sprint.


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