Test and Evaluation Lead

Job Summary:
Alcor Technical Solutions is looking for an experienced Test and Evaluation Lead with 12 years of experience to oversee and manage test planning, execution, and evaluation of systems and products. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in test methodologies, quality assurance, and performance analysis, ensuring compliance with project requirements and industry standards.
Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute test and evaluation strategies, plans, and procedures for complex systems.
• Oversee the full testing lifecycle, including unit testing, integration testing, system testing, and acceptance testing.
• Lead a team of test engineers and analysts to ensure efficient test execution and evaluation.
• Conduct risk assessments and failure analysis to identify defects and recommend corrective actions.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, quality assurance, and project management, to ensure seamless integration of testing processes.
• Implement automated and manual testing techniques to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, safety standards, and quality assurance protocols.
• Document and report test results, providing detailed analysis and recommendations for improvements.
• Support system validation, verification, and certification processes.
• Utilize test management tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail, Selenium, HP ALM, or similar) for tracking test cases and defects.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 12 years of experience in test and evaluation, quality assurance, or system validation.
• Expertise in developing and executing test plans and test cases.
• Strong knowledge of test methodologies, verification & validation (V&V), and quality control.
• Experience working in Agile and DevOps environments.
• Proficiency in automated testing tools, scripting languages, and test frameworks.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work with multiple stakeholders and lead cross-functional testing teams.
• Knowledge of compliance standards (e.g., ISO, CMMI, DO-178C, MIL-STD, or FDA regulations, depending on industry).

Preferred Skills:

• Certifications such as ISTQB, CSTE, PMP, or Six Sigma.
• Experience working with government contracts, military systems, or large-scale IT projects.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity testing, penetration testing, and system security evaluation.
• Familiarity with data analytics and reporting tools.