Senior Advanced Battle Management System (ABMS) Test Manager

Position Summary: Odyssey has an exciting opportunity for a Advanced Battle Management System (ABMS) Test Manager (SE-4) supporting Eglin AFB, FL under the TMAS III contract. The ABMS Test Manager will oversee complex Command and Control (C2) system-of-systems test efforts, including planning, documentation development, execution oversight, test reporting, and cross-stakeholder coordination. This position requires extensive experience in Developmental Test & Evaluation (DT&E), advanced knowledge of DoD test documentation, and strong ability to manage multi-program test activities across diverse technical domains. This is a full-time onsite position at Eglin AFB with travel up to 25% CONUS/OCONUS. Responsibilities: Duties include, but not limited to: Manage test schedules and documentation for complex C2 system-of-systems test projects from initiation to completionManage information systems for team collaboration, documentation management, and meeting schedulesConduct detailed analysis of courses of action (COAs) for test projects and provide recommendations for improvements or optimization to ABMS Test leadershipWrite, edit, and maintain technical test documentation and track test program statusOrganize and interpret data to inform DoD decision makers, converting data into actionable knowledge to support operations and shape technology/resource investmentsSupport test engineers while interfacing with System Program Offices, other military services, and development contractorsTravel to various TDY locations as required Qualifications: Citizenship: Must be a US citizen Minimum Required QualificationsClearance:Active Secret clearance; must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearanceEducation:Master’s Degree in a technical fieldYears of Experience:10 years of relevant experience (experience may substitute for education)Extensive DT&E experienceExperience producing or reviewing formal DoD test documentation (TEMP, TES, Test Plans, Test Reports)Experience with DR processes under Agile or DevSecOps developmentAdvanced proficiency in Office 365 suiteAbility to work independently with minimal supervisionStrong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to interface with multiple stakeholders across DoD programsPreferred QualificationsClearance: Top SecretExperience in advanced technology test environmentsFamiliarity with IT infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity, and software development practicesFamiliarity with Agile and DevSecOps frameworksExperience with Confluence and JIRA workspacesIn-depth knowledge of DODI 5000.89 / DAFI 99-103 testing guidanceUnderstanding of Middle Tier and Software Acquisition pathwaysIn-depth knowledge of battle management systems across multiple security levelsTechnical SkillsPrior Developmental Test & Evaluation (DT&E) experienceExperience writing, reviewing, or editing:Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMP)Test and Evaluation Strategy (TES)Test PlansTest ReportsExperience with Deficiency Reporting (DR) processes for agile and DevSecOps software programsAdvanced proficiency in Office 365 products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint)Ability to manage project scope, schedules, documentation requirements, and cross-stakeholder collaborationFamiliarity with highly technical environments or advanced technology test programs (preferred)Familiarity with IT infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity, and software development practices (preferred)Understanding of Agile and DevSecOps methodologies (preferred)Experience using Confluence and JIRA collaboration tools (preferred)In-depth knowledge of DODI 5000.89 and DAFI 99-103 Capabilities-Based Test and Evaluation (preferred)Knowledge of Middle Tier and Software Acquisition pathways (preferred)Understanding of battle management processes and multi-level security systems to support complex multi-system test plan development (preferred)Interpersonal SkillsEffective oral and written communication skillsStrong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environmentHigh level of self-initiative and motivation; able to work with minimal supervisionAbility to interface professionally with multiple stakeholders across DoD programsAbility to manage, coordinate, and guide test teams and technical personnelAdditional Information Location: Eglin AFB, FLWork Environment: OnsiteJob Status: Full-TimeTravel: Up to 25% CONUS/OCONUS TDYs #LI-SB1#TMAS3#CTG Company Overview: Odyssey is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military’s operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care. Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares, a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events. Please note: Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The ABMS Test Manager will oversee complex Command and Control (C2) system-of-systems test efforts, including planning, documentation development, execution oversight, test reporting, and cross-stakeholder coordination. This position requires extensive experience in Developmental Test & Evaluation (DT&E), advanced knowledge of DoD test documentation, and strong ability to manage multi-program test activities across diverse technical domains. This is a full-time onsite position at Eglin AFB with travel up to 25% CONUS/OCONUS. Experience writing, reviewing, or editing: Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMP) Test and Evaluation Strategy (TES) Test Plans Test Reports Experience with Deficiency Reporting (DR) processes for agile and DevSecOps software programs Advanced proficiency in Office 365 products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint) Ability to manage project scope, schedules, documentation requirements, and cross-stakeholder collaboration Familiarity with highly technical environments or advanced technology test programs (preferred) Familiarity with IT infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity, and software development practices (preferred) Understanding of Agile and DevSecOps methodologies (preferred) Experience using Confluence and JIRA collaboration tools (preferred) In-depth knowledge of DODI 5000.89 and DAFI 99-103 Capabilities-Based Test and Evaluation (preferred) Knowledge of Middle Tier and Software Acquisition pathways (preferred) Understanding of battle management processes and multi-level security systems to support complex multi-system test plan development (preferred) Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment High level of self-initiative and motivation; able to work with minimal supervision Ability to interface professionally with multiple stakeholders across DoD programs Ability to manage, coordinate, and guide test teams and technical personnel Location: Eglin AFB, FLWork Environment: OnsiteJob Status: Full-TimeTravel: Up to 25% CONUS/OCONUS TDYs

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

Minimum Required Qualifications

Clearance:Active Secret clearance; must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance

Education:Master’s Degree in a technical field

Years of Experience:10 years of relevant experience (experience may substitute for education)

• Extensive DT&E experience
• Experience producing or reviewing formal DoD test documentation (TEMP, TES, Test Plans, Test Reports)
• Experience with DR processes under Agile or DevSecOps development
• Advanced proficiency in Office 365 suite
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to interface with multiple stakeholders across DoD programs

Preferred Qualifications

Clearance: Top Secret

• Experience in advanced technology test environments
• Familiarity with IT infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity, and software development practices
• Familiarity with Agile and DevSecOps frameworks
• Experience with Confluence and JIRA workspaces
• In-depth knowledge of DODI 5000.89 / DAFI 99-103 testing guidance
• Understanding of Middle Tier and Software Acquisition pathways
• In-depth knowledge of battle management systems across multiple security levels

Technical Skills

• Prior Developmental Test & Evaluation (DT&E) experience
• Experience writing, reviewing, or editing:
• Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMP)
• Test and Evaluation Strategy (TES)
• Test Plans
• Test Reports
• Experience with Deficiency Reporting (DR) processes for agile and DevSecOps software programs
• Advanced proficiency in Office 365 products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint)
• Ability to manage project scope, schedules, documentation requirements, and cross-stakeholder collaboration
• Familiarity with highly technical environments or advanced technology test programs (preferred)
• Familiarity with IT infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity, and software development practices (preferred)
• Understanding of Agile and DevSecOps methodologies (preferred)
• Experience using Confluence and JIRA collaboration tools (preferred)
• In-depth knowledge of DODI 5000.89 and DAFI 99-103 Capabilities-Based Test and Evaluation (preferred)
• Knowledge of Middle Tier and Software Acquisition pathways (preferred)
• Understanding of battle management processes and multi-level security systems to support complex multi-system test plan development (preferred)

Interpersonal Skills

• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment
• High level of self-initiative and motivation; able to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to interface professionally with multiple stakeholders across DoD programs
• Ability to manage, coordinate, and guide test teams and technical personnel

Odyssey is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military’s operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care.

Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares, a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events.