Test Director, 1 Test and Evaluation Squadron Detachment 1

Department of Defense • Vandenberg Air Force Base, CA

360d • $103,316 - $159,716

About The Position

The United States Space Force (USSF) Space Training and Readiness Command (STARCOM) 1 Test and Evaluation Squadron Detachment 1 (1 TES Det 1) at Vandenberg Space Force Base, California is searching for a Test Director (NH-0801-03, GS 12/13 equivalent). As the Test Director you will have the opportunity to directly shape future space systems through rigorous testing and evaluating to ensure future capabilities are delivered to the warfighter. You will lead and integrate an team(s) of subject matter experts as they ensure critical systems are designed to meet real-time needs across the space domain. Your expertise will have a direct impact on crucial missions, such as the formation of on-orbit battlespace awareness necessary for orbital warfare operations and the protection of us and coalition spacecraft. The ideal candidate will contribute to diverse projects that involve cutting-edge space and military testing and have demonstrated experience with systems engineering and software applications within the DoD and/or space domain. Knowledge and experience with operations center command and control applications. The ideal candidate will have a STEM degree and an adjudicated Top-Secret clearance investigation and a DoD Test and Evaluation background.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret Clearance.
• Professional engineering degree at the bachelor's level from an ABET accredited institution.
• Experience with systems engineering and software applications within the DoD and/or space domain.
• Knowledge of planning, program management, and standard acquisition regulations.
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with operations center command and control applications.
• DoD Test and Evaluation background.

Responsibilities

• Lead and integrate teams of subject matter experts to ensure critical systems are designed to meet real-time needs across the space domain.
• Shape future space systems through rigorous testing and evaluation.
• Evaluate space systems performance and determine test requirements.
• Maintain good working relationships with developing contractors, customers, and senior leadership.
• Encourage new ideas and innovations, negotiate mutually acceptable solutions.
• Plan, organize, and direct functions, mentor, motivate, and appraise staff.

Benefits

• Relocation expenses reimbursed.
• Comprehensive benefits package as a federal employee.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: National Security and International Affairs
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees