Position SummaryOdyssey has an exciting opportunity for an SME‑level ABMS/LRKC Lead Test Manager to support 96 CTG Detachment 2, ABMS/LRKC Combined Test Force at Eglin AFB, FL. This senior‑level role provides systems engineering, integration, and test & evaluation expertise across advanced battle management and long‑range kill chain capabilities. The Test Manager will serve as the senior T&E SME, enabling integrated test concepts, synchronized developmental and operational test execution, and cross‑functional collaboration across government and contractor teams.
This is a full‑time, onsite position at Eglin AFB, FL, with CONUS/OCONUS travel up to 30%.
Responsibilities
Duties include, but not limited to:
- Provide systems engineering support as a technical advisor on the Advanced Battle Management System (ABMS) program
- Serve as the senior T&E SME, mentoring across LRKC Combined Test Force efforts to design initial test concepts and plan integrated testing with contractor, developmental, and operational teams
- Collaborate within an Agile, self‑organizing cross‑functional environment; conduct analyses at all system levels including concept, design, integration & test, installation, operation, and sustainment
- Assist with evaluating interfaces and data exchanges for complex C4ISR systems
- Interact with System Program Offices, other military services, and development contractors
- Assist in developing system requirements, performance measures, design constraints, functional capabilities, test criteria, and metrics
- Conduct data analysis and apply systems engineering knowledge in support of T&E, logistics, sustainment, operations analyses, technical studies, program security, and related activities
- Support DT&E, OT, FDE, RRT, and test readiness certifications; identify deficiencies, verify compliance, and assess system stability across configurations
- Prepare, execute, review, and analyze test plans, procedures, metrics, and reports throughout the software development lifecycle
- Develop and write methods of tests, CONOPS, test cases, test objectives and procedures, test directives, technical or letter reports, requirement analyses, and other test documentation as needed
Qualifications
Citizenship: Must be a US citizen
Minimum Required Qualifications
Clearance: Active Top Secret; SCI required
Education: Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline (experience may substitute for education)
Years of Experience: 12+ years of relevant experience
- Experience in T&E and/or system engineering disciplines
- Experience with system integration, software integration/test, interface analysis, or similar technical fields
- Networking knowledge across OSI layers and common protocols
- Strong communication and documentation development skills
- Proficiency with Office 365 applications
Preferred Qualifications
Clearance: TS/SCI
Education: Master’s degree
- Experience with Agile software development
- Experience with SysML/UML and MBSE concepts
- Understanding of DoD acquisition lifecycle and AF T&E methodologies
- Knowledge of system development lifecycle, architecture, configuration, and cybersecurity methods
- Understanding of APIs and system‑of‑systems environments
- Familiarity with application software concepts, emerging technologies, and IT system analyses
Technical Skills
- Knowledge of T&E principles and processes
- Experience in system integration, system analysis & design, software integration & test, or related technical domains
- Understanding of system interfaces and Interface Control Documents (ICDs)
- Experience with networking principles (OSI model, DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, routing, switching, HTTP)
- Ability to evaluate multi‑discipline technical problems holistically against system requirements
- Proficiency with Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint)
- Preferred experience with:– Agile software development practices– SysML/UML or other MBSE methods– DoD acquisition lifecycle and AF C2 test methodologies (DODI 5000.89 / DAFI 99‑103)– API integration and system‑of‑systems environments– IT systems analysis and emerging technology evaluation
Interpersonal Skills
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work comfortably within a team environment
- Strong interpersonal skills for collaboration with SPOs, services, contractors, and cross‑functional teams
- High initiative, self‑motivation, and ability to work with minimal supervision
- Ability to mentor others and guide cross‑functional testing activities
Additional Information
Location: Eglin AFB, FL
Work Environment: Onsite
Job Status: Full‑Time
Travel: 30% CONUS/OCONUS TDYs
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