Test & Evaluation Subject Matter Expert Core Responsibilities: Test Strategy & Execution Orchestration: Lead the development and review of complex test plans, defining objectives and data requirements for high-fidelity measurement systems. Methodology Design: Architect rigorous test concepts and methodologies that align with strategic client goals while ensuring technical accuracy and on-site feasibility. Stakeholder Alignment: Serve as the primary liaison between clients, range operations, and internal engineering teams to synchronize schedules, requirements, and resources. Asset Management: Optimize the utilization of range assets and instrumentation by proactively deconflicting schedules and mitigating operational conflicts. Quality Assurance: Conduct final validation of test configurations and system readiness prior to execution, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Performance Analysis: Analyze post-test data to assess outcomes against objectives, delivering actionable recommendations for system enhancements and process improvements.
Strategic Initiatives & Business Growth Capability Advancement: Partner with leadership to identify and cultivate new opportunities within Defense T&E, certification, and accreditation sectors. Innovation Integration: Research and implement emerging technologies to elevate the sophistication of test planning and analytical methodologies. Proposal Development: Provide technical authority and subject matter expertise in support of proposals, capability briefings, and business capture strategies. Operational Excellence: Drive process improvement initiatives and standardize best practices across the test execution lifecycle. Team Development: Mentor junior staff and foster a culture of continuous learning and technical knowledge sharing.
Candidate Requirements Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Experience: Minimum 15 years in defense platform testing, systems engineering, or range coordination. Technical Proficiency: Deep expertise in instrumentation, telemetry, and data acquisition technologies. Coordination Skills: Proven track record of managing multi-stakeholder test events in diverse operational environments. Safety & Compliance: Comprehensive knowledge of range safety protocols and regulatory frameworks.