What are the responsibilities and job description for the Test and Evaluation Engineer position at ITA International?
Overview
At ITA International, we’re a tech-enabled professional services company. Headquartered in Newport News, Virginia, we leverage subject matter expertise, data analytics and technology to challenge boundaries and transform possibilities.
With a global presence and a passionate team of over 300 ITAers, we’re driven by mission success for our customers, “In The Arena.” Our expertise spans Operations, Training, Engineering, Nanotechnology, Statistics, Machine Learning and Software Engineering – enabling data and tech-enabled solutions that deliver real value.
Join our impactful journey at ITA International. As Theodore Roosevelt said, “The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena.” We’re here, standing beside our customers, ready to serve and succeed.
ITA is seeking a Test & Evaluation Engineer to join the team in Washington, DC supporting the United States Coast Guard.
Please note this position is contingent upon position opening early 2025.
Responsibilities
- Provide full-time engineering Test and Evaluation (T&E) support to the USCG in accordance with the program’s Test & Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP) including documentation, tracking, and reporting of large vessel test and evaluation requirements throughout the acquisition process.
- Coordinate T&E events by providing recommendations for test criteria or reviewing test criteria provided by the shipbuilder, test authority or test agent against program established guidelines and performance specifications and making recommendations to the Government.
- Coordinate test schedules between the program, the shipbuilder, the product line, the test agent and the test authority. coordinate actions previously identified during a testing event for issue resolution, based on the conduction of requirements analysis with the T&E IPT, the Test Management and Oversight Team (TMOT), and the specific Surface Program Sponsor.
- Directly support Combat System Certification Panel approval process for UCG systems, along with identifying and tracking cyber posture of Combat systems, communication systems, and Navy Type Navy Owned (NTNO) equipment.
Qualifications
- Completion of all requirements for a DHS/DAWIA Systems Engineering Level III certification, DHS/DAWIA Test and Evaluation Level III certification, Certified System Engineering Professional, or International Test and Evaluation Association certification.
- Qualified candidate(s) shall have a minimum of ten (10) years experience supporting Major Acquisition Program(s) (DHS/USCG Level 1, DoD ACAT I or equivalent) in a systems engineering/T&E role.
- Proficient with CASE tools such as MEARS and DOORS
Benefit and Compensation Transparency
ITA International proudly complies with all federal and state benefit and pay transparency laws. Employees of ITA can expect a robust benefit package, including:
- Medical, dental and vision plans
- Life Insurance
- Short Term Disability insurance (where applicable)
- Voluntary ancillary benefit options
- 401k retirement benefits with employer matching contributions
Application and Employment at ITA International
ITA International is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), ITA International would like to ensure that your application process goes as smoothly as possible. If you would like to preview the physical requirements for this position, or if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a currently open position with ITA, please contact us by phone at 757-246-6781 or email us at HR@ita-intl.com.
