Test Director

SAIC • Reston, VA • 1d ago

Description

SAIC is seeking an experienced Test Director to join our Department of the Air Force Integrated Fires Command and Control Command and Control (DIFC2) Lead Systems Integrator (LSI). The ideal candidate will lead the strategy development, planning, execution, and reporting of program test activities, ensuring that systems are rigorously tested to meet mission-critical requirements. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with government test agencies and lead the integration of testing methodologies in a dynamic, defense-focused environment.

This position is ONSITE in Reston, VA.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the development, coordination, and execution of Operational Test (OT) and Developmental Test (DT) plans for complex defense systems.

Ensure all testing aligns with DoD guidelines and complies with applicable regulations (e.g., DoDI 5000.02).

Coordinate with stakeholders, including systems engineers, program managers, and government clients, to define test requirements and objectives.

Oversee the creation and validation of test strategies, test cases, and test data to support OT/DT events.

Lead integrated test teams (ITTs) and manage all phases of testing, including pre-test planning, test execution, data collection, and post-test analysis.

Plan and conduct live operational testing in realistic environments that replicate field conditions.

Develop and manage schedules, resources, and risk management plans for OT/DT activities.

Analyze test results, evaluate system performance, and provide detailed reporting and recommendations for system improvements and adjustments.

Serve as the primary point of contact for all OT/DT matters, interfacing with government stakeholders, program offices, and test organizations.

Ensure test plans incorporate cybersecurity, survivability, and reliability evaluations.

Guide the integration of automated testing to support rapid system iteration and evaluation.

Develop and maintain technical documentation and deliverables, including Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMP), Test Readiness Reviews (TRR), and final test reports.

Provide mentorship and guidance to junior test engineers and team members.

Qualifications

Required Skills/Experience

· Active TS/SCI or SCI eligible

· U.S. Citizenship

· Bachelor's Degree Required, Master's Degree Preferred

· Experience as a senior leader in the Department of the Air Force.

· Experience working on defense rapid capability programs.

· Strong understanding of the Advanced Battle Management System (ABMS).

· Extensive experience in leading Operational Test (OT) and Developmental Test (DT) activities in a defense or government environment.

· Comprehensive understanding of the DoD test and evaluation process, including experience with Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMP).

· Experience with test execution across multiple domains, including system-of-systems testing, software systems, and hardware platforms.

· Familiarity with operational environments, test ranges, and instrumentation for field tests.

· Demonstrated success in managing cross-functional teams and interfacing with senior government clients.

· Proven ability to develop risk management strategies, execute test plans, and analyze complex system performance metrics.

· Experience leading live fire testing, combat systems testing, or similar defense-related field testing.

· Proficient in test management and reporting tools.

· Experience with JIRA and Confluence or similar workflow tools

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear, actionable results to senior stakeholders.

Desired Qualifications:

Advanced understanding of military operations and testing protocols.

Experience with DoD Acquisition processes, particularly within the framework of DoDI 5000.02.

Familiarity with modeling and simulation (M&S) tools to support test planning and evaluation.

Certifications such as PMP, CSEP, or ITIL are a plus.

REQNUMBER: 2601413

SAIC is a premier technology integrator, solving our nation's most complex modernization and systems engineering challenges across the defense, space, federal civilian, and intelligence markets. Our robust portfolio of offerings includes high-end solutions in systems engineering and integration; enterprise IT, including cloud services; cyber; software; advanced analytics and simulation; and training. We are a team of 23,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $6.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see Working at SAIC. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability

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