Data Analyst
SimVentions, Inc•Dahlgren, VA
•$88,000 - $120,000•Onsite
About The Position
SimVentions is seeking a highly motivated Data Analyst to support the Softkill Coordination Subsystem (SKCS) program within the Electronic Warfare (EW) Combat Systems portfolio. This position offers hands-on experience with test assets, tactical software, combat system interfaces, and multi-domain test environments. The analyst will contribute to Test Support and Test & Evaluation (T&E) activities for SKCS, including at-sea trials, land-based tests, integration events, and formal qualification testing. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, comfortable in Linux environments, and capable of interpreting system behavior, visualizing performance data, and translating technical findings into clear, actionable reports.
Requirements
- Experience supporting testing or evaluation of tactical Navy systems, preferably EW or combat systems
- Ability to analyze system behavior, interpret performance data, and identify discrepancies against requirements
- Strong technical writing skills to develop reports, presentations, and documentation
- Experience supporting system testing, data collection, or system validation activities
- Familiarity with Linux environments (RHEL preferred)
- Working knowledge of SQL, Python, shell scripting (Bash), Visual Basic, or similar analytical tools
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel (data analysis, charts, formulas, macros preferred)
- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum processes and Atlassian tools (JIRA, Confluence)
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage test artifacts, file packages, and configuration data
- An ACTIVE Secret Clearance is required
- US Citizenship is required to obtain a clearance
Nice To Haves
- Background in Combat System integration, test, or certification
- Experience supporting Navy Program Offices, NSWC labs, or SEWIP programs
- Understanding of SKCS or related EW program components
- Experience supporting at-sea test events or operating in dynamic test environments
- Ability to troubleshoot test environment issues and assist with maintaining lab configurations
Responsibilities
- Learn and understand SKCS test assets, test environments, requirements, interfaces, tactical libraries, and subsystem capabilities
- Assess whether software behavior matches documented requirements during testing and identify deviations
- Support execution of SKCS subsystem tests, including software build testing, regression testing, integration testing, Build Quality Tests (BQTs), and Formal Qualification Testing (FQT)
- Maintain and update SKCS test cases, test procedures, and the Specification Requirements Verification Matrix (SRVM)
- Collect, record, validate, and analyze data during on-site and off-site test events
- Document and submit Test Observation Reports (TORs) and Trouble Reports (TRs) for issues discovered during testing
- Travel to external test ranges to support data collection and ensure test event accuracy (at-sea trials, pierside events, land-based test sites such as Dahlgren, VA, Wallops Island, VA, and Mooresetown, NJ)
- Support integration testing with AN/SLQ‑32(V)6, AN/SLQ‑32(V)7, Aegis, and SSDS Combat System baselines
- Analyze test observation data, create data visualizations, and generate formal test documentation, including quick looks, SITREPs, performance summaries, and specification change requests
- Assist the I&T team as needed during daily stand-ups, Agile ceremonies, sprint activities, and ad-hoc meetings
- Maintain SKCS tactical hardware and software configuration, including simulation/stimulation tools and test scenarios
- Provide daily status updates and support coordination of test assets, schedules, and team activities across multiple sites and stakeholders
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Competitive 401(k) programs
- Retirement and Financial Counselors
- Health Savings and Health Reimbursement Accounts
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life insurance, short- & long-term disability
- Continuing Education Assistance
- Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Leave (e.g., Maternity, Paternity, Jury Duty, Bereavement, Military)
- Third Party Employee Assistance Program that offers emotional and lifestyle well-being services, to include free counseling
- Supplemental Benefit Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
