Maritime Systems Interoperability Test & Evaluation Lead

Dobbs Defense Solutions, LLC•Sierra Vista, AZ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

At Dobbs Defense, we deliver mission-centric IT, Cyber, and data analytics solutions for our government and commercial clients through the convergence of automation, innovation, training, and education. Delivering high-quality IT, cybersecurity, and data analytics solutions through proven and innovative methods is our vision. Dobbs Defense Solutions is supporting mission-critical interoperability testing that ensures U.S. Navy and joint systems communicate seamlessly in real-world operational environments. This role directly contributes to warfighter readiness by validating that platforms, networks, and command systems work together when it counts. We are seeking a senior Test & Evaluation Lead to oversee Maritime Interoperability (IOP) testing efforts in support of DoD programs. This is a high-visibility leadership role responsible for guiding planning, execution, and analysis across the full test lifecycle.

Requirements

Requires a Doctorate and at least 4 years of experience; a Master’s degree and at least 10 years of experience; or a Bachelor’s and 16 years of experience.
The degree must be in a relevant technical curriculum and experience must be related to the job duties. Relevant technical degrees include various engineering and science disciplines, Physics, Operations Research, Computer Science, and Mathematics.
Related certifications in the area of specialization may be substituted for 1 year of experience.
Experience with DoD acquisition developmental/operational testing.
Top Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the design and implementation of IOP test planning documentation to determine system under test (SUT) IOP requirements standards and criteria are met. Documentation to support this effort includes requirements analysis plans, data management analysis plans, and IOP evaluation plans.
Review applicable SUT requirements documents (e.g., Initial Capabilities Documents (ICDs), Capability Development Documents (CDDs), Capability Production Documents (CPDs), Information Support Plans (ISPs), Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMPs), Concept of Operations (CONOPs), etc.) to ensure user requirements and criteria are correctly documented and included early in the T&E planning process.
Ensure IOP test requirements, test scenarios and test scripts adequately cover Key Performance Parameters (KPPs).
Responsible for developing and maintaining data collection and data management processes.
Assist the IOP T&E Event Director in collection of real-time test data, analysis of test results and drafting thorough, accurate, and complete formal test documentation.