AEGIS Coalition Test Planning & Execution Lead

Arcfield•King George, VA

11d

About The Position

Seeking a skilled AEGIS Test Engineer with expertise in Tactical Data Links and experience in Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD). A strong understanding of the Cooperative Engagement Capability (CEC) is a significant advantage. The ideal candidate will have expertise in managing an AEGIS test environment and working with multi-national coalition Test Planning & Execution (TP&E) partners to develop test plans and procedures. They must also demonstrate the ability to present detailed test plans and outcomes to leadership. This role spans various stages of the CDEP Annual Test Event Cycle, including Initiation, Planning, Execution, and Post-Test Reviews. Phase 1: Program Initiation & Governance Lead coalition kickoff meetings to review agendas, lessons learned, and planning sessions. Manage Test Requirement Forms (TRFs) and consolidate a Master Requirement Document. Lead weekly international TP&E working group meetings to track TRF progression and schedule updates. Phase 2: Planning, Documentation & Readiness Reviews Define, review, and manage test plans and procedures (~25-30 of each). Direct Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs) to validate archived data and prepare for execution pipelines. Prepare weekly execution schedules with full configuration and readiness reviews. Phase 3: Test Run Execution & Coordination Oversee multi-unit and single-unit scenario testing with an emphasis on throughput and efficiency. Validate test runs through multiple repetitions for high-fidelity data output. Manage test readiness audits, troubleshoot, and resolve system limitations. Phase 4: Post-Test Analysis & Risk Management Provide test progress and Comprehensive Event Reviews to stakeholders. Monitor and update the Formal Run Matrix (100–150 test cases) for accuracy and completeness. Identify risks, evaluate system failures, and develop mitigation strategies. This job requires prior experience in AEGIS defense systems-testing, BMD, and the ability to work effectively in a multi-faceted operational test environment. Candidates with prior TP&E experience and extensive expertise in AEGIS-specific applications and coalition efforts will be highly valued.

Requirements

BS 5-7 Years, MS 3-5, PhD 0-2
Must possess an active Secret clearance.
Strong understanding of how Tactical Data Links and Ballistic Missile Defense systems work.
Hands-on experience with AEGIS systems, CEC, and related Tactical Data Links is highly preferred.
Ability to manage the entire test execution lifecycle, including international coalition coordination.
Demonstrated ability to develop, review, and oversee test plans, procedures, and reports.
Strong organizational skills for collecting and managing Test Requirement Forms (TRFs) from MTMD-F working groups.
Excellent communication and coordination skills to brief leadership and collaborate with multinational partners.
Prior experience in AEGIS defense systems-testing, BMD, and the ability to work effectively in a multi-faceted operational test environment.
Prior TP&E experience and extensive expertise in AEGIS-specific applications and coalition efforts will be highly valued.

Nice To Haves

Expertise in relevant systems, including Aegis Weapon System (BL3.6, BL4, BL5, BL7.2, BL8/9, BL10), AN/SPY-1/AN/SPY-6 radars, CEC, THAAD, Aegis Ashore, Patriot, SSDS, JTT, and more.
Familiarity with tactical links such as Link 16, Link 22, Link 11, SAT Link 16, JREAP, CDLMS, and TDL architectures.
Hands-on experience with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) simulation, live missile firing events, and Test Planning & Execution operations.
Extensive coordination with coalition partner nations.
A strong understanding of the Cooperative Engagement Capability (CEC) is a significant advantage.

Responsibilities

Lead coalition kickoff meetings to review agendas, lessons learned, and planning sessions.
Manage Test Requirement Forms (TRFs) and consolidate a Master Requirement Document.
Lead weekly international TP&E working group meetings to track TRF progression and schedule updates.
Define, review, and manage test plans and procedures (~25-30 of each).
Direct Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs) to validate archived data and prepare for execution pipelines.
Prepare weekly execution schedules with full configuration and readiness reviews.
Oversee multi-unit and single-unit scenario testing with an emphasis on throughput and efficiency.
Validate test runs through multiple repetitions for high-fidelity data output.
Manage test readiness audits, troubleshoot, and resolve system limitations.
Provide test progress and Comprehensive Event Reviews to stakeholders.
Monitor and update the Formal Run Matrix (100–150 test cases) for accuracy and completeness.
Identify risks, evaluate system failures, and develop mitigation strategies.