Abacus Technology Corporation ยท 20 hours ago
Sr. Test and Evaluation Engineer
US-MA-Hanscom AFB
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
15+ years expAbacus Technology Corporation is seeking a Sr. Test and Evaluation Engineer to provide technical support at Hanscom AFB. The role involves designing, planning, executing, and analyzing test and evaluation programs for aeronautical systems, as well as managing documentation and supporting integrated test team activities.
Information TechnologySoftwareTelecommunications
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Assist in the designing, planning, execution, analysis and reporting phases of test and evaluation programs (including any applicable FAA certifications and procedures) to assess the performance of aeronautical systems, subsystems, and equipment, as they progress through the various acquisition phases and milestones
Review/develop/update applicable program documentation for Test and Evaluation (T&E) management-relevant requirements across the full spectrum of actions required to award weapon system-related contracts to including but not limited to pre-award documentation, development of evaluation criteria, evaluation of contractor proposals, and post-award documentation actions
Perform an advisory role, as required, for program source selections on all test and evaluation management related requirements
Provide assistance to any integrated test team activities including interaction with higher-level test organizations such as OSD/Director of Operational Test & Evaluation (DOT&E), as needed
Evaluate the levels of effort, resources, and integration required to develop executable T&E programs and execute the T&E plan
Schedule and secure required test resources in support of project/program office objectives
Assist with major program reviews, inspections, and conferences and test plan working group meetings, executive independent reviews, program evaluations, integrated test teams, test readiness reviews, other test-related program events as well as major milestone events
Develop and/or maintain test plans and procedures, test and evaluation management plans, acquisition strategies, and planning documents
Assist in the coordination of ATP for the delivered items and associated plans as well as testing requirements with program office customers, weapon system contractors, and other agencies with standardization and/or oversight requirements for test programs
Perform research activities to define minimum test requirements, definition of task scope, and selection of alternatives
Analyze test strategies to interpret, organize, execute, and coordinate assignments for projects concerned with unique or potentially controversial test requirements having a major effect on the programs
Provide potential solutions for program test problems, issues or concerns
Determine the capability and availability of major DoD and civilian test resources and facilities to include planning and organizing the flight and ground testing of an aircraft, subsystems, or components involving weapon system contractors, other USAF or Allied test organizations, and DoD agencies
Prepare, maintain, update, and review the full range of test plans and test-related documentation including but not limited to T&E strategies, test reports, requirements and objectives, for adequacy, specification/performance requirement compliance, conformity with mandatory guidance, and provide recommendations as necessary for improvement
Perform material solution analyses leading up to design reviews
Evaluate unmanned aerial target schematics, parts, and drawings to ensure compliance with military and commercial standards
Review, analyze, and resolve equipment interface problems
Assist in the determination and definition of aircraft configuration requirements
Support the CCB for aircraft modifications
Review, analyze, and identify potential updates to TCTOs, drawings, Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), Illustrated Parts Breakdowns (IPBs), and other applicable aerial target technical data
Perform data analysis using Modeling and Simulation (M&S) techniques, models, computer simulations, or other tools/methods as necessary
Recommend and assess test data requirements necessary to meet program test objectives within program cost and schedule constraints
Qualification
Required
15+ years experience in test engineering including at least 5 years supporting DoD programs
Bachelor's degree in a related field
Able to apply an understanding of DoD, AF, and common engineering/scientific principles, processes, and procedures to improve performance and sustainability of existing and future AF and joint service weapon systems
Experience in conducting engineering studies; developing test procedures, repair capabilities, and maintenance or inspection requirements; and analyzing data from the REMIS and Integrated Maintenance Data System (IMDS)
Thorough understanding of application software, operating systems, networks, storage platforms, and how they relate to system architecture
Experience working on each stage of the system development life cycle from initiation through deployment/sustainment
Demonstrated proficiency with process modeling and developing workflow diagrams
Able to elicit and interpret requirements and translate to technical specifications/system design following best practices and design patterns
Able to communicate with management, technical staff, and end users in a clear and professional manner
Experience with engineering practices, techniques, and standards
Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to develop and present technical presentations
Able to represent complex data in diagrams or through other techniques that communicate precise information to both business and technical staff
Proven ability to understand the strategic and tactical approach to projects and handle multiple projects concurrently
Must be a US citizen and hold a current Secret clearance
Company
Abacus Technology Corporation
Abacus Technology Corporation delivers leading edge, high quality assistance in response to complex technology challenges.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
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William Magro
Senior Vice President
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Alice Solomon
Vice President
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