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NextGen Federal Systems · 1 hour ago

Test and Evaluation Engineer (Journeyman/Senior)

Washington, DC

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

NextGen Federal Systems is looking to hire a Senior Operational Test and Evaluation Engineer responsible for planning, conducting, and analyzing tests of homeland defense technology systems. This role focuses on evaluating systems designed to secure U.S. borders and facilitate the lawful flow of commerce, ensuring compliance with DHS policies and operational requirements.

Enterprise SoftwareInformation ServicesInformation TechnologySoftwareSoftware Engineering

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Test Planning and Strategy Development: Design, develop, and direct operational test plans for homeland defense technologies, such as border surveillance systems, non-intrusive inspection equipment, and trade facilitation systems. Ensure adherence to DHS Acquisition Management Directive (MD 102-01) and CBP’s Operational Requirements Document (ORD) processes

Test and Evaluation Coordination: Develop and coordinate Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMPs), test concepts, and detailed test plans aligned with DHS Directive 026-06 (Test and Evaluation) and CBP mission needs. Collaborate with CBP’s Office of Acquisition and operational stakeholders to align testing with mission objectives

System Performance Evaluation: Collect and analyze test data to assess the performance, reliability, and suitability of systems like integrated fixed towers, remote video surveillance systems, and cargo scanning technologies in operational border environments

Documentation and Reporting: Maintain critical documentation, including test plans, reports, and recommendations for system improvements. Prepare Operational Test Reports (OTRs) and briefings for CBP leadership and DHS Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) to support acquisition decisions

Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with CBP officers, engineers, program managers, and DHS components to ensure effective testing. Engage with external partners, such as other DHS components or interagency partners, to align testing with broader homeland security objectives

Test Event Leadership: Execute and chair test events, including integrated test planning meetings, Deficiency Review Boards, Safety Review Boards, and Operational Readiness Reviews. Participate in critical design reviews and other meetings to support OT&E execution for border security and trade systems

Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure testing adheres to DHS policies, including the DHS Systems Engineering Life Cycle (SELC) and the DHS Risk Management Framework. Address risks related to border security operations and trade facilitation

Qualification

Test designData analysisStatistical methodsHomeland defense technologyDHS policies knowledgeModelingSimulation toolsData analytics toolsAnalytical skillsInteragency coordinationWritten communicationVerbal communicationTeam leadership

Required

U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and retain a DHS Suitability/CBP Background Investigation

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

3 - 5 years (Journeyman); 10 + years (Senior) relevant experience in test design, data analysis, and statistical methods for evaluating complex systems

Hands-on experience with homeland defense technology systems, such as border surveillance, non-intrusive inspection technologies, or trade compliance systems

Strong analytical skills for evaluating system performance and excellent written and verbal communication skills to provide actionable recommendations

Able to work fully onsite based on client needs

Preferred

Active CBP Background Investigation or an Active Top Secret clearance

In-depth understanding of DHS policies, including MD 102-01 (Acquisition Management), DHS Directive 026-06 (Test and Evaluation), and the DHS SELC framework

Proficiency in modeling and simulation tools, digital engineering, or data management platforms to support testing

Familiarity with data analytics tools for processing large datasets from border security operations or trade compliance systems

Experience leading teams, and leading or participating in working groups or cross-agency technical initiatives

Knowledge of interagency coordination with entities like the Department of Defense (DoD) or Department of Justice (DOJ) for joint homeland security missions