Test Engineer (Force Protection) - iQuasar
Hanscom, MA
About the Job
We have an exciting opportunity for aTest Engineertoprovide Engineering support to the Force Protection Division, which is within the Digital Directorate, located at Hanscom AFB, MA.
This position will have to interface with a team of military, Government civilian, contractor project managers and support personnel in the day-to-day activities associated with management of Force Protection's projects, programs and initiatives.
Responsibilities
This position will have to interface with a team of military, Government civilian, contractor project managers and support personnel in the day-to-day activities associated with management of Force Protection's projects, programs and initiatives.
- Position:Test Engineer (Force Protection)
- Location:Hanscom, AFB MA
- Type:Long Term Contract
Responsibilities
- Documenting the review, test concept development, test methodology development, test plan development, test execution, and test reporting, data reduction and analysis, and end-user operational testing.
- Using Design of Experiments methods to plan and conduct test programs.
- Independently prepare (or advise others in the preparation of) criteria, computation/analyses, specifications, cost estimates test plans, and technical reports in the specific area of technical expertise.
- Select and apply engineering techniques and procedures to analyze and evaluate specific problem, data, or other features of the work which are broad in scope and complexity.
- Review and evaluate the quantity, quality, and overall adequacy of results and conclusions drawn from accomplishment of test engineering tasks.
- Devise new and innovative approaches to problems encountered, and accomplish assigned tasks with efficiency, timeliness, and thoroughness.
- Evaluate the configuration, capability, and operational relevance of test environments and ensure they are properly available for the thorough testing of software releases (e.g. fault insertion/fault identification).
- Deconflict schedule conflicts between multiple releases, providing high quality analysis and recommendations to the program test lead.
- Operate with general instructions; but select portions of work are reviewed in detail to measure adequacy of approach, execution, and presentation.
- Works with assigned administrative, and matrixed acquisition support, financial management, engineering contracting, configuration and data management, and other staff.
- Works with the Oasis Task Lead and Oasis teammates to document processes, and initiate and implement AFSO21 Rapid Improvement Events, Training Events and mentoring sessions for all task personnel.
- Responsible for developing Integrated Master Schedule inputs, and tracking and reporting on Progress for assigned program(s).
- Develops, reviews, and approves plans, schedules, and other technical documentation.
- Facilitates and supports Division meetings and reviews, team building, strategic planning, and other on- and off-site activities.
- Assists as needed in preparing and reviewing program/project documentation, e.g. Determinations and Findings, Justifications and Approvals, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Statement Of Objectives (SOOs), Statements-of-Work (SOWs), Program Implementation Packages (PiPs), Performance Works Statements (PWS), Systems/Technical Requirements Documents (SRD/TRD), Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), Program Support Agreements (PSA), EMAs, 1067s, etc. and assist in source selections.
- Additional duties as assigned
- Level II: BA/BS, 10 years of experience (3 yrs DoD); or 15 years of directly relatable experience (5 DoD)
- Level III: Advanced Degree (MA/MS) and 12 years of experience (5 years DoD), or BA/BS degree, and 15 years of experience (5 years DoD), or 20 years of directly related experience with proper certifications (8 DoD).
- Valid US Passport Required upon hiring
- Ability to manage system of systems testing environment or integration of multiple systems testing environment a plus
- Ability to function independently at all levels of customer and management interface with little/no direct day-to-day oversight required
- Ability to drive an automobile while TDY overseas required
- Test Certifications are a plus.
- Missile Defense experience a plus
- Ability to Speak Arabic is a Plus
- Experience with Middle Eastern culture in a defense/military environment a plus
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, and Outlook)
Source : iQuasar
