Director of Test & Evaluation

Singularity Defense Corp.

$120K — $150K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
  • 5+ years in aerospace/defense testing, with 2+ years in leadership or management.
  • Proven experience qualifying complex missile, rocket, or space launch systems.
  • In-depth knowledge of DoD T&E processes and military qualification standards.

Responsibilities

  • Define and oversee the Test and Evaluation master plan for the interceptor and ground systems.
  • Ensure compliance with military standards during design and testing phases.
  • Act as the primary technical contact for government agencies and authorities.
  • Build and lead a multidisciplinary team of test engineers.
  • Evaluate system readiness and provide final authority on test outcomes.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead significant defense projects.
  • Engagement with military and government stakeholders.
  • Access to cutting-edge aerospace technologies.
  • Professional development in a high-stakes environment.
Full Job Description
About the Role:

We are seeking a visionary, highly technical, and mission-oriented Director of Test and Evaluation (T&E) to lead the comprehensive qualification testing for our interceptor system.

In this role, you will own the end-to-end testing lifecycle, ensuring that both the interceptor and its corresponding ground are fully qualified to withstand extreme operational environments and meet Department of Defense (DoD) and international standards. You will build a multidisciplinary team of test engineers, interface directly with military and government stakeholders, and serve as the final authority on system readiness.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Strategic Leadership & Test Program Ownership - Define, execute, and oversee the Test and Evaluation master plan for the entire interceptor and ground system architecture.
  • Engineering & Technical Governance - Ensure all design and subsequent testing complies with military standards (e.g., MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-882).
  • Stakeholder & Program Management - Serve as the primary technical point of contact for government agencies, independent authorities, and range commanders.

Skills and Requirements:

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
  • Experience: 5+ years of progressive experience in aerospace/defense testing, with at least 2+ years in a dedicated leadership or engineering management role.
  • Domain Expertise: Proven track record of qualifying complex missile, rocket, or space launch systems, alongside their associated ground control systems.
  • Regulatory Knowledge: Deep familiarity with DoD T&E processes, Range Safety requirements (e.g., RCC 319), and military qualification standards.

ITAR
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

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