Position SummaryOdyssey has an exciting opportunity for an
SE-4 Air Battle Management (ABM) Test Engineer supporting the 45th Test Squadron, Air Operations C2 Systems Test Flight (45 TS/TGAA) at Eglin AFB, FL. This senior-level engineer will plan, execute, analyze, and report on developmental and operational test activities supporting next-generation C2, JADC2, and ABMS capabilities. The role requires deep operational ABM expertise and the ability to translate mission workflows into testable objectives within complex multi-domain architectures.
This is a full-time position at Eglin AFB, FL, with up to 25% CONUS/OCONUS travel.
ResponsibilitiesDuties include, but not limited to: - Lead planning, execution, and analysis of developmental tests for next-generation C2, JADC2, and ABMS systems
- Conduct data analysis and apply engineering knowledge across test and evaluation, logistics, sustainment, operations analysis, technical studies, and system security
- Assist in developing system requirements, performance measures, entry/exit criteria, functional capabilities, design constraints, and metrics
- Support DT&E, OT, FDE, RRT, and test-readiness certification through deficiency identification, compliance verification, and configuration stability assessments
- Prepare, execute, review, and analyze test plans, procedures, metrics, and reports across the software development life cycle
- Develop methods of tests, CONOPS, test cases, objectives, procedures, test directives, and technical reports
- Review and analyze requirements documentation and other test artifacts to support test conduct
- Plan, coordinate, and monitor test projects requiring modifications to standard practices or instrumentation to obtain valid results
- Evaluate tests for feasibility, soundness, and technical rigor; provide recommendations
- Coordinate schedules, pre- and post-test activities, logistics, and reporting
- Travel to contractor facilities, open-air ranges, test sites, and other locations to support test execution, configuration management, data reduction, analysis, and deficiency reporting
QualificationsCitizenship: Must be a US citizenMinimum Required QualificationsClearance: Active Secret; must be able to obtain and maintain Top Secret
Education: Master of Science degree and at least 10 years of relevant technical experience (experience may substitute for education)
Years of Experience: 10 years of relevant engineering experience, including at least 5 years in engineering, R&D, and/or flight test for weapons and avionics systems
- Extensive ABM/C2 operational background
- Experience supporting DT&E, OT, risk-reduction, or integration testing
- Ability to translate mission workflows into testable artifacts
- Experience developing and analyzing test documentation
- Ability to lead and direct others
Preferred QualificationsClearance: Top Secret
- Knowledge of air C2 and tactical data link concepts (Link 16, track correlation, ID, SA, voice/data comms, coalition interoperability)
- Experience working with program offices, developers, operators, and test ranges
- Knowledge of AFI 99-103 and AF DT&E methodologies
- Experience with modeling & simulation or system emulation tools
- Experience with cybersecurity, cyber-resiliency, EW, or contested-communications testing
- Experience with scripting or data tools (SQL, Python, MATLAB, telemetry analysis)
- Experience in Agile OA test cycles and continuous test processes
Technical Skills- Demonstrated ABM experience in airborne battle management, C2, surveillance, identification, track management, weapons control, and tactical data link operations
- Experience with E-7 AEW&C, E-3 AWACS, AOC, or comparable ABM/C2 systems in operations, planning, or system integration
- Ability to translate workflows, mission threads, and user needs into testable requirements and test objectives
- Experience creating and analyzing test plans, test procedures, test cards, technical reports, and deficiency reports
- Ability to evaluate system performance against operational and technical requirements, identify deficiencies, and assess interoperability issues
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Preferred:
- Knowledge of tactical data links (Link 16, SA, correlation, ID, C2 workflows, coalition interoperability)
- Experience coordinating test objectives, schedules, configurations, and data-collection requirements
- Experience with modeling, simulation, stimulation, and emulation tools
- Experience with cyber-resilience, cybersecurity, EW, or contested-communications assessments
- Experience with data-analysis tools (SQL, Python, MATLAB, Excel, telemetry analysis, automation)
- Familiarity with Agile OA Integrated Test Cycle methodologies
Interpersonal Skills- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams and direct technical personnel
- Ability to work effectively within integrated test teams and with diverse stakeholders
- Ability to collaborate with SPOs, system developers, operators, range personnel, and test stakeholders
- Ability to present findings and technical results clearly to leadership
Additional InformationLocation: Eglin AFB, FL
Work Environment: Onsite
Job Status: Full-Time
Travel: 25% CONUS/OCONUS TDYs
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