Test Engineer

Amentum•San Francisco, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Amentum is seeking an experienced candidate for a Test Engineer position in Springfield, VA. In this role, you will support the development, execution, and documentation of test and evaluation (T&E) activities for a Department of War (DoW) customer. Working under the direction of the Test Engineer Lead, you will collaborate with engineers, developers, and government stakeholders to evaluate new technologies, conduct laboratory and field testing, and support the implementation of innovative solutions. You will contribute to all aspects of Test Concept Development, including system and operational environment analysis, scenario development, measures development, human factors considerations, coordination of parallel activities, technical reviews, and post-approval activities. You will also serve as part of a deployable team traveling to CONUS and OCONUS locations to support short-duration operations and exercises, as well as the development, testing, and employment of new capabilities. The ideal candidate possesses excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, both written and verbal, and can manage multiple technical tasks in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment.

Requirements

Must have an Active Top Secret US Government Clearance with SCI eligibility. Note: US Citizenship is required to maintain a Top Secret Clearance.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, statistics, or a related field of study with a minimum of four (4) years of related experience; or six (6) years of related experience in lieu of a degree, with demonstrated ability to apply scientific and engineering principles.
Experience in Operational Test and Evaluation (OT&E).
Experience supporting technical projects, test planning, and execution activities.
Strong analytical skills and highly developed attention to detail.
Excellent technical and analytical writing skills.
Strong understanding of Microsoft 365 products, especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
Experience with MATLAB and other statistical and analytical software tools.
Must be self-motivated and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Must be able to effectively schedule, prioritize, and organize tasks while working independently and within a structured team environment.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in engineering, mathematics, statistics, or a related field of study.
Six (6) or more years of related experience.
Training, education, and experience meeting Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Test and Evaluation Level II.
Military and operational deployment experience.
SERE Level C training or equivalent.
Strong experience with MATLAB, Simulink, and related toolboxes.
Airborne Sensor Operator experience.

Responsibilities

Develop and contribute to detailed Test Plans, Evaluation Plans, Test Schedules, and Test Reports in accordance with DoW standards and guidelines.
Support the planning, coordination, and execution of test events, including identifying requirements for facilities, equipment, field locations/ranges, personnel, and other resources.
Apply Scientific Test and Analysis Techniques (STAT) to evaluate systems effectively and efficiently and produce statistically meaningful results.
Identify critical operational issues and develop test objectives to assess operational effectiveness and suitability; define and evaluate Measures of Effectiveness (MOEs) and Measures of Performance (MOPs).
Support the development and maintenance of Working-level Integrated Project Team (WIPT) plans, activities, milestones, and decision points.
Contribute to the development and maintenance of the Capstone Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP), including supporting processes, procedures, and report templates.
Develop and maintain project-specific Test and Evaluation Strategies (TES) that address operational readiness, suitability, planned test events, and project decision points.
Review requirements documents, specifications, test plans, and prior test results.
Participate in Technical Exchange Meetings and provide technical input during project design reviews.
Support requirements development, traceability, and verification activities.
Coordinate with Government Agencies and commercial entities to support the testing and evaluation of relevant technologies and processes.
Maintain awareness of current industry standards, best practices, and emerging developments in test and evaluation through professional development activities.
Identify, evaluate, and recommend modeling and simulation tools and software to support efficient and effective test planning, execution, and analysis.