X-Lab Test Director - 25-146

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• The X-Lab Test Director conducts the planning and execution of all flight tests in which the program is a participant
• Test types include: pairwise tests, HWIL efforts, Continuous Developmental Integration (CDI), Space Domain Awareness (SDA), and flight tests
• Flight tests are conducted with pre-determined sensors and shooters
• The X-Lab Test Director will also be expected to provide System Test interface with senior government customer personnel, and ensure information flow to our other National Team functional areas
• The X-Lab Test Director is responsible for the planning of all assigned test events, with emphasis on developing and implementing the test artifacts required for each event:
• Test objectives
• Architectures
• Data Item Descriptions
• Defense Designs
• Reading Operational Tasking Data Link (OPTASKLINK), applying Air Defense Systems Integrator (ADSI) configuration and Forwarding Tables, TDACS, Comms Connectivity Matrices, Event Readiness Reviews (ERR)
• Certification Data Packages
• The position also provides the following support:
• Support planning phase reviews and meetings
• Support customer boards and meetings
• Support Data Management
• Interface with developers
• Support government personnel during event execution phases when requested
• Support anomaly resolution and troubleshooting
• Support analysis group
• Support Failure Review Boards (FRBs)

• The candidate must understand systems engineering, systems design and development
• The candidate will also possess 8 years experience in a related engineering environment, with experience and expertise in systems-of-systems definition and integration
• Experience in Ballistic Missile defense systems is highly desired. Ability to analyze high level needs and through a structured and logical approach refine the need into an integrated set of requirements that leads to a fielded product
• Ability to lead portions of the activity and direct the activities of fellow engineers
• Excellent communications skills desired (written and oral)
• Able to communicate effectively and clearly present technical approaches and findings
• Able to write and implement engineering plans within a project
• Previous experience should demonstrate the technical skills and position responsibilities cited here

• Technical knowledge of the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Missile Defense System (MDS) including sensors, shooters, command and control systems, and networks
• Prior integration and test experience within the program
• The successful candidate should have experience with planning and managing flight, ground test, and Warfighter events
• The candidate will be responsible for identifying required resources, developing and understanding mission objectives for the system(s) under test, developing data archival and analysis plans, and developing post mission reports
• The candidate should understand and have had previous experience with various event board approval structures, the MDA/DCC approval chain and National Team engineering boards
• The ideal candidate will also have experience with the operation of the program, knowledge of the system configuration, experience with the system operation, how to navigate display screens, and the concept of system operations
• The candidate will be responsible for control of test resources, articles, and tools for data collection during the event
• The candidate will also serve as the X-Lab liaison to other test participants and MDA/DCCT test managers
• The Test Director will coordinate with the project leads of various experiments to ensure seamless event execution across the entire mission
• The Test Director will develop and maintain the test architecture which includes all articles under test
• The candidate will also develop any supplemental procedures required to ensure successful execution
• Experience with military systems used in missile defense such as AN/TPY2, SBIRS/BOA, Aegis, THAAD, Patriot, and SBX, including their operational characteristics
• Candidates must have experience working in an integrated team environment with other systems, software, and specialty engineers to develop solutions using NT or similar processes and methods
• The successful candidate will have a demonstrable ability to develop briefings and convey complex ideas in writing, be comfortable working in a team environment, be a quick study, hard worker, and interested and capable of adapting to changing technology
• The candidate must possess strong verbal/written communications skills enabling him/her to work effectively in a small technical team environment, and to accurately represent test perspectives to system architects, software designers, other testers and test support personnel, the Government customer, and personnel in other MDA programs

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 8 years or more of professional experience;
• Or 6 years of professional experience with a related masters degree
• Secret Clearance Required to Start

Benefits: Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, flexible PTO program, 401k program. Come join a Top Places to Work organization!

U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions at Trace3 Gov, due to security clearance and government/federal contracts held by Trace3 Gov.

EEO STATEMENT

Trace3 Gov is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Trace3 Gov prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary : $120,000 - $145,000