CRC Test Engineer, Sr.

Torch Technologies•Eglin AFB, FL

23d•Onsite

About The Position

Torch Technologies is seeking a senior level Control and Reporting Center (CRC) Test Engineer to join a team supporting the 96 Cyberspace Test Group (96 CTG) at Eglin AFB, FL. This position provides support to the 46 Test Squadron, Command Control Communications, Computer, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C5ISR) Agile Test Flight. As a CRC Test Engineer, your duties will include the following, but are not limited to: Plan, execute, and report on the developmental test and evaluation of tactical sensor and/or tactical or fixed communications systems supporting command and control operations. Support the development of strategic test documents such as Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMP), test team charters and test schedules. Participate in review and editing of CRC-related program support documentation including test directives and annexes, and Statements-of-Capability (SOC). Supporting contractor Developmental Test (DT) activities, including but not limited to: Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), System Acceptance Tests (SAT) and Pre-Installation and Check Outs (PITCO) as required. Also supporting operational test (OT), force development evaluation (FDE), and certification for test readiness by identifying deficiencies, verifying compliance with specifications and standards, and demonstrating a stable system configuration. Maintaining knowledge currency in ground based deployable and non-deployable C2 systems. The ability to participate in formal or informal test and evaluation; monitor test results, including the collection and reduction of test data; analyze and evaluate test results and data against mission objectives; perform quick-look analysis to determine mission effectiveness in verifying requirements is highly desired Review requirements, develop applicable test procedures, test objectives and metrics. Collect and analyze test data in support of test objectives. Document deficiencies and anomalies of systems under test and participate in deficiency review boards.

Requirements

US Citizenship
12 years overall relevant experience is required. A bachelor’s degree plus 10 years' experience or a Master’s degree in an applicable field will also meet the requirement.
CRC operations experience required within the last 5 years.
Experience in areas related to using/operating CRC (AN/TSy-7) systems such as Remote Radio Secure Voice Systems, AN/TYQ-23A, communications systems and tactical digital datalinks (Link 11A/B, Link 16, JREAP protocols).
Experience in using and reviewing and implementing USAF Technical Orders (TO) and/or User Manuals.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively on a team supporting working groups and test team planning meetings to determine project testable requirements, required resources (including equipment and personnel), and determine appropriate methods to complete the test effort.
Provide technical information on developmental and qualification test activities.
Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing including communication skills in areas of technical writing, briefings, and formal presentations.
Must be willing to work extended hours including weekends and holidays when required to meet mission requirements.
Must be qualified and able to travel to worldwide sites as required.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of an integrated test team.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications as required.
Must hold current and be able to maintain active Secret clearance.

Nice To Haves

The ability to participate in formal or informal test and evaluation; monitor test results, including the collection and reduction of test data; analyze and evaluate test results and data against mission objectives; perform quick-look analysis to determine mission effectiveness in verifying requirements is highly desired
Experience conducting, supporting or participating in CRC developmental and operational tests
Experience in test plan development and execution.
Experience in collecting, parsing, and validating operational and test related data.
Experience applying analysis techniques to system requirements, report findings, observations, and deficiencies.

Responsibilities

Plan, execute, and report on the developmental test and evaluation of tactical sensor and/or tactical or fixed communications systems supporting command and control operations.
Support the development of strategic test documents such as Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMP), test team charters and test schedules.
Participate in review and editing of CRC-related program support documentation including test directives and annexes, and Statements-of-Capability (SOC).
Supporting contractor Developmental Test (DT) activities, including but not limited to: Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), System Acceptance Tests (SAT) and Pre-Installation and Check Outs (PITCO) as required.
Supporting operational test (OT), force development evaluation (FDE), and certification for test readiness by identifying deficiencies, verifying compliance with specifications and standards, and demonstrating a stable system configuration.
Maintaining knowledge currency in ground based deployable and non-deployable C2 systems.
Participate in formal or informal test and evaluation; monitor test results, including the collection and reduction of test data; analyze and evaluate test results and data against mission objectives; perform quick-look analysis to determine mission effectiveness in verifying requirements.
Review requirements, develop applicable test procedures, test objectives and metrics.
Collect and analyze test data in support of test objectives.
Document deficiencies and anomalies of systems under test and participate in deficiency review boards.