Test & Evaluation Specialist

Test And Evaluation SpecialistMust be U.S. CitizenClearance Required: Top SecretEducation: Bachelor's degree in a STEM field of studyExperience: Four or more years (within the last 8) of specialized experience in developmental or operational test and evaluation of tactical aircraft, weapons, software or systems.Position Description: The Test and Evaluation Specialist will provide technical, analytical, statistical analysis, and administrative support to all phases of Operational Test in the definition, conduct, and analysis of structured operational and integrated test and evaluation of the aircraft systems under test on the E-2D Hawkeye.Responsibilities Will Include:Test Planning Support (Integrated Evaluation Framework Development)Assist in the development of Critical Operational Issues (COI) for operational assessments and evaluationsAssist in the development of Mission-Based Test Design Framework, in conjunction with mission-based COIsConduct background research and provide analytical support and recommendations for the development of data collection plans for testing operational effectiveness and suitability.Draft Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP) input and comments in accordance with the DOT&E TEMP Guidebook/latest guidance.Document test planning support information in the Mission Based Test and Evaluation System (MBTES)Operational Test Exercise DesignDesign and plan test operations in support of Integrated Testing, OT or Tactics Exercise.Devise test matrices and procedures for Integrated Testing and OTDetermine data collection/reduction/reconstruction requirementsModeling and Simulation SupportProvide support in conducting liaison with model proponents, Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) agentsDevelop methods and practices for how M&S can be used to supplement Integrated Testing and OTTest Operations Evaluation SupportAssist briefing test/exercise participants, emphasizing the event objectives and specific data-gathering requirements for each participant.Observe test events to collect test data and provide technical reports.Test Analysis and ReportingPerform data reduction and analysis of data to ensure data validity, prior to more detailed data processing.Correlate data using statistical techniques to analyze operational effectiveness and suitability tests.Assist in the development of deficiency reports (blue/gold sheets)Assist in the development of draft test reportsBenefits: Medical, Dental, & Vision Plan, short- and long-term disability, accidental death & dismemberment, 401K retirement & matching, Tuition assistance program, direct deposit, leave package and 11 paid federal holidays.Salary: The projected salary range for this position is $80,000-$100,000; however, this is not a guarantee of salary. Salary will be set based on education, experience and contractual requirements.