Senior Test and Evaluation Manager/Engineer

Applied Research Solutions • Dayton, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is seeking a Senior Test and Evaluation Manager/Engineer to support the ISR Sensors Division (AFLCMC/WIN) located at Wright-Patterson AFB, OH. ARS is recognized as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions, delivering premier talent and technology for continuous mission support. The company has been a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, emphasizing employee prioritization, career goal achievement, and work/life balance. ARS motivates employees through competitive benefits, awards, recognition, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers. The role involves serving as a highly skilled GEOINT Test and Evaluation Manager/Engineer with advanced knowledge and expertise, working independently while applying established procedures and best practices. This position provides comprehensive test and evaluation (T&E) support for GEOINT systems, including the design, planning, execution, analysis, and reporting of T&E programs, and includes responsibilities for FAA and airworthiness certifications.

Requirements

• Must be a US Citizen
• Security Clearance Required: TS/SCI
• Master’s or Doctorate Degree in a related field and 7 years of experience in the respective technical / professional discipline being performed, five years of which must be in the DoD
• OR bachelor’s degree in a related field and 10 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, five of which must be in the DoD
• OR, 15 years of directly related experience with proper certifications, eight of which must be in the DoD
• Subject to background investigations, including criminal history and identity check
• Must abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) (prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities)
• Must abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) (prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans)

Responsibilities

• Serve as a highly skilled GEOINT Test and Evaluation Manager/Engineer with advanced knowledge and recognized expertise
• Work independently while applying established procedures and best practices
• Provide comprehensive test and evaluation (T&E) support for GEOINT systems, including the design, planning, execution, analysis, and reporting of T&E programs
• This includes FAA and airworthiness certifications to assess aeronautical systems throughout all acquisition phases
• Prepare, maintain, and review key test documentation (Test and Evaluation Master Plans, Integrated Test Team Charters, DAFMAN 63-119 Test Readiness Reviews) to ensure compliance and drive continuous improvement
• Identify technical risks, develop mitigation plans, and support risk reduction efforts associated with test and evaluation activities
• Support cost-effective test engineering and execution in alignment with prime contractor and user requirements
• Prepare and submit Program Introduction Documents (PID) annually and review Statements of Capabilities (SOC) for GEOINT testing
• Recommend integrated data processing, software, and analysis solutions; actively participate in test teams and readiness reviews
• Conduct data analysis from test flights using modeling, simulation, and other analytical tools
• Present findings and solutions to service organizations supporting multi-year schedules and complex systems
• Apply program management and systems engineering principles to support Air Force acquisition, C4ISR systems, and systems integration
• Address organizational and execution challenges while transitioning cutting-edge technology into a programmable multi-mission C4ISR system (communication relay, GEOINT, Electronic Warfare, and information operations)
• Apply DoD acquisition principles (DoD 5000.01, 5000.02) and USAF/HQ AFMC/AFLCMC policies to all engineering tasks, including data gathering, analysis, and acquisition support
• Provide GEOINT engineering expertise to support technology development, testing, and integration into intelligence architectures
• Support sensor and exploitation system enhancements for T&E, including Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR), High Altitude Long Range GEOINT Capabilities (HALRGC), LADAR/LIDAR, and EO/IR systems
• Translate DoD user needs into system requirements for design, development, and testing
• Conduct analyses, trade studies, and reviews of system baselines (architecture, controls, power, and mechanical systems)
• Assist in drafting and reviewing contract and program documentation, including Statements of Objectives (SOOs), Statements of Work (SOWs), program plans, Systems Engineering Plan (SEP), Life Cycle Sustainment Plan (LCSP), and test plans
• Review proposals, specifications, and Interface Control Documents (ICDs) for cost, feasibility, and compatibility
• Conduct trade-off studies (cost, performance, reliability, risk) and systems analyses (design, state-of-the-art technology)
• Evaluate Integrated Master Plans (IMP), Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), cost estimates, and test plans
• Participate in system and subsystem testing activities
• Provide systems integration support, including development of integration plans, definition of interface requirements, issue resolution, ICD reviews, and participation in Interface Control Working Group (ICWG) activities
• Support system-of-systems engineering and sensor integration on air vehicles (avionics, data links, power) to meet GEOINT system needs and resolve deficiencies
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Industry competitive benefits package
• Awards and recognition program
• Personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers
• Culture where employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees