Bachelor's degree (STEM preferred) or equivalent operational/T&E experience
Strong leadership skills to drive projects to completion
Effective communication skills for senior leadership
Proficiency in technical writing and reporting
Knowledge of analysis methodologies for complex evaluations
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
Responsibilities
Develop and execute OT&E programs for USN and Joint systems
Conduct T&E Master Plan development, test planning, test execution, data analysis, and reporting
Support cross-functional teams through operational testing cycles
Interface with Navy leadership and program stakeholders on test plans
Conduct accreditation for modeling and simulation efforts
Ensure compliance with DoD 5000 series and Navy acquisition instructions
Benefits
Work with a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business
Engagement in critical Naval operations
Opportunities for professional growth in defense and space manufacturing
Collaborative environment within a small team
Impactful contributions to Navy combat systems evaluation
Full Job Description
Overview:We are seeking Test and Evaluation Specialists to provide technical and analytic support to the U.S. Navy's Operational Test and Evaluation Force (OPTEVFOR). This role is critical in the planning, execution, analysis, and reporting of Operational Test and Evaluation (OT&E) of U.S. Navy combat systems.
Key Responsibilities:• Develop and execute comprehensive OT&E programs for USN and Joint systems • Conduct Integrated Evaluation Framework and T&E Master Plan development, test planning, test execution, data analysis, and test reporting • Support cross-functional teams through complex operational testing cycles • Interface with Navy leadership and program stakeholders on test plans and results • Conduct accreditation process for modeling and simulation efforts supporting developmental/operational testing • Ensure compliance with DoD 5000 series and Navy acquisition instructions
Required Qualifications:• Current experience with USN ships, combat systems, weapon systems, and surface ship operations. • Bachelor's degree (STEM preferred) or equivalent operational/T&E experience • Strong leadership skills with the ability to drive projects to successful completion • Effective communication skills to convey analysis results and recommendations to senior leadership • Proficiency in technical writing and reporting • Strong knowledge of analysis methodologies applied to complex systems evaluation • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
Preferred Qualifications: • 4+ years of military T&E experience • 5+ years Surface Warfare mission execution (2+ years at senior enlisted/DH level) • Weapons and Tactics Instructor or equivalent warfare qualification • Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Foundational T&E Certification
Location:• Norfolk, Virginia (customer site)
Security Requirements: • Eligible for Secret clearance; TS/SCI preferred
