JOB SUMMARY:We have an immediate need for a Test Analyst to support the organization and execution of Flight and Ground Tests. This role is responsible for assessing test success, identifying required resources, developing mission objectives, creating data archival and analysis plans, and preparing post-mission reports. The position also supports test coordination, configuration management, test architecture development, and event execution across integrated test activities.
SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:- Support the organization and participation in Flight and Ground Tests.
- Identify required resources for test activities.
- Develop and understand mission objectives for systems under test.
- Develop data archival and analysis plans.
- Prepare post-mission reports.
- Support and navigate event board approval structures, including MDIOC and BMDSS support processes, the MDA/BC approval chain, and National Team engineering boards (PERB, CEAT).
- Support configuration management and control of test resources, articles, and data collection tools.
- Serve as the Integration and Test (I&T) liaison to other test participants and test managers.
- Coordinate with project leads of various experiments to support event execution across the I&T mission.
- Develop and maintain the test architecture, including all articles under test.
- Develop supplemental procedures needed for successful test execution.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:- Understanding of systems engineering processes and logistics principles, including artifact generation such as:
- Specifications
- Interface Control Documents (ICDs)
- System Architecture Descriptions
- Use Cases
- Trade Studies
- Understanding of systems engineering, systems design, and development.
- Experience working in an integrated team environment with systems, software, and specialty engineers using NT or similar processes and methods.
- Ability to develop briefings and communicate complex technical concepts in writing.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a small technical team environment.
- Ability to accurately represent test perspectives to system architects, software designers, testers, test support personnel, government customers, and personnel from other programs.
- Experience in a related engineering environment.
- Experience with systems-of-systems definition and integration.
- Ability to analyze high-level needs and refine them into integrated requirements that lead to a fielded product.
- Ability to lead portions of engineering activities and direct the work of fellow engineers.
- Ability to write and implement engineering plans within a project.
- Experience with military missile defense systems and their operational characteristics, including:
- AN/TPY-2
- SBIRS/BOA
- Aegis
- THAAD
- Patriot
- SBX
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:- Prior experience with Ballistic Missile Defense Systems.
- Experience with approval boards from organizations sponsoring test events, including:
- Experience interacting with JAT, MDDC, and related organizations.
- Experience operating the program, including:
- System configuration knowledge
- System operation
- Navigation of display screens
- Understanding of operational concepts
- Experience with Unix command line environments.
- Bash scripting experience.
- Perl scripting experience.
- Linux experience.
- Statistics experience.
- Technical writing and test procedure development experience.
- Communication and presentation skills.
- Space, command and control, or missile defense experience.
- Agile development experience.
- Experience with automated testing frameworks.
- Experience analyzing requirements and verification spreadsheets.
- Experience with analysis tools, including Java software and/or Python scripting development.
- Experience conducting post-processing and quantitative/qualitative data analysis.
- Experience developing action plans based on analysis results.
- Experience documenting software deficiency reports.
- Experience presenting analysis results and plans of action through written reports, presentations, and briefings.
EDUCATION: Bachelors with 3+ or Master with 1+ Years of Experience
LOCATION: Full Time/ On-Site in Colorado Springs, CO
CLEARANCE REQUIRMENT: Top Secret
DOD 8570 REQUIREMENT: None
SALARY RANGE: $105,000 to $122,400
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:
- Remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
- Operate a computer, keyboard, and other office equipment using hands and fingers.
- Communicate effectively in person, over the phone, and through electronic means.
- Occasionally move about the office to access files, office equipment, and meeting spaces.
- Lift and/or move up to 15 pounds as needed.
- Maintain specific vision abilities, including close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:This position is performed within a
secure, classified workspace. Employees must comply with all applicable security protocols and access control procedures, including restrictions on personal electronic devices and the handling of sensitive information.
Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in the base salary.
Estimated Pay Range
$105,000-$122,400 USD
The Perks- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, 529 College Savings Plan, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability
- Competitive Compensation
- Training and development programs
- Major offices stocked with snacks and beverages
- Collaborative and cool culture
- Work-life balance and generous paid time off
