Test Article & Logistics Lead

Battelle • Atlantic City, NJ

23h • Hybrid

About The Position

Battelle is seeking an experienced Test Article & Logistics Lead to provide technical leadership and turnkey management of test article hardware and logistics in support of TSA’s Acceptance Testing Support Services (ATSS) program. This is a hybrid opportunity located in Atlantic City, NJ. The successful candidate will integrate test article hardware lifecycle management with full‑suite logistics execution, ensuring test readiness, quality, accountability, and on‑time delivery across all checkpoint testing activities. The candidate will lead all activities related to test article development, manufacturing, storage, maintenance, logistics, configuration, and retirement. Please note, this position is contingent upon Battelle receiving a contract award. Final hiring decisions will depend on organizational needs and candidate qualifications, with employment commencing only after the award is confirmed.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in engineering, logistics, or related technical discipline with ten (10) years of experience supporting complex integrated systems or technologies; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing the full lifecycle of test articles, including development, manufacturing, quality control, material testing, and validation.
• Proven experience providing or leading test article logistics and inventory management in a regulated environment.
• Experience working directly with U.S. Government customers or agencies.
• Strong leadership, coordination, and stakeholder communication skills.
• Ability to work in warehouse or storage facilities and lift and move test equipment or test kits (up to ~40–50 lbs as needed).
• Flexibility to support off-hours or extended test schedules during active test events.
• Sole US Citizenship with eligibility and willingness to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Logistics, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent experience) with a minimum five (5) years of experience supporting complex integrated systems or technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage test article hardware activities across the complete lifecycle, including development, manufacturing, assembly, validation, quality control, refresh, and retirement.
• Serve as the technical authority for test articles supporting complex, integrated security systems.
• Define, evaluate, and communicate x‑ray image quality standards and results in coordination with TSA and other Government stakeholders.
• Ensure test articles meet applicable TSA, ANSI, ASTM, and image quality standards and do not bias system assessments.
• Maintain configuration control of all test articles in accordance with TSA configuration management processes.
• Maintain Inventory control and accountability, Storage facility oversight, and Maintenance assessment and repair/replacement of test articles.
• Provide Logistics Execution and Delivery supporting Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), Operational Readiness Testing (ORT), Verification Testing (VT), and Integrated System Acceptance Testing (ISAT).
• Ensure test kits and articles are deployed on time, in validated condition, and returned within required timeframes.
• Coordinate shipping, receiving, fulfillment, and warehouse operations across multiple test locations.
• Serve as the primary Government point of contact for all test article and logistics activities.
• Support required reporting, dashboards, and deliverables related to test article status, maintenance, inventory, and lifecycle tracking.
• Ensure compliance with TSA security requirements, Sensitive Security Information (SSI) handling, safety, and quality standards.
• Identify and mitigate technical, logistical, and schedule risks impacting test operations.

Benefits

• Compressed work schedule
• Hybrid work arrangement
• Paid time off
• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness incentives
• Supplemental benefits
• Coverage for partners
• Gender-affirming care and health support
• Family formation support
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Tuition assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree