Job Description
Description
SAIC is seeking a Test and Evaluation Engineer to join our MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and TEST (MSEIT) team at our office in Colorado Springs, CO.
Our customer is fielding the next generation of strategic voice conferencing capability for the National Command Authorities, and our team provides program Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test support to exceed program needs.
As a T&E Engineer, you will directly support the government’s program Test Manager to execute a solid developmental and operational test strategy. You will develop documentation that implements the program’s test strategy in coordination with system stakeholders and DoD and AF guidance. You will act as a program representative (when required) while assisting the program during document reviews, or attending technical meetings, program reviews, or test events.
Responsibilities:
- Provide subject matter expertise in T&E to program Test Manager.
- Support T&E reviews, working groups, audits, Integrated Product Teams (IPT) meetings, Deficiency Review Boards (DRB), Materiel Improvement Process Review Boards (MIPRB), Technical Interchange Meetings (TIM), and Test Readiness Reviews (TRR).
- Author and deliver technical T&E documentation to government.
- Conduct technical review of System Architecture, System Specifications, System Verification and Test Plans, Contractor Verification Test Procedures, Lead Developmental Test and Evaluation Organization Test Plans and Procedures.
- Assist in government Validation, Verification, and Accreditation contractor or government-developed models.
- Identify, analyze, and propose T&E risks, issues, opportunities and handling plans.
- Work closely and across leadership and Industry Partners, including: USSF, Joint Staff, DOT&E. USSTRATCOM, other COCOMs, DISA, NSA, MILSATCOM Enterprise, and development contractor.
- 25% Travel (as required) to support system integration, checkout, and test at operational CONUS or OCONUS locations.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, math, physics, or computer science
- Familiar with MILSATCOM programs and space or terminal segments
- Knowledge of AFI 99-103 and DoD acquisition and test policy
- Familiar with organizations such as USSF/USSPACE, USSTRATCOM, other COCOMs, other Services, DISA, NSA, and MILSATCOM Enterprise
- 5+ years overall experience in Systems Engineering-related fields (test and evaluation, technical planning, requirements engineering)
- 5+ years in space-related systems
- An active Top Secret/SCI security clearance required
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in technical discipline
- Demonstrated experience leading government developmental or operational T&E
- Experience supporting Validation, Verification, and Accreditation efforts
- INCOSE certification (CSEP, ESEP)
- 10+ years with MILSATCOM terminals or space segment programs
- 10+ years test and evaluation experience with DoD/USAF test processes and documentation
Pay Range
- This job pays $70,000 - $96,000 based on experience and other factors
Overview
SAIC is a premier technology integrator solving our nation's modernization and readiness challenges. Our offerings across defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets include high-end solutions in engineering, IT, and mission outcomes. We integrate the best components from our portfolio with our partner's ecosystem to deliver innovative and effective solutions. We are 25,500 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. Headquartered in Reston, VA, SAIC has annual revenues of nearly $7.1 billion. For information, visit saic.com or Working at SAIC for benefits details. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer empowering people no matter their race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We strive to create a diverse, inclusive and respectful work culture that values all.
