Test Engineer, Journeyman (WSEP)

We have an exciting opportunity to join us in supporting one of our valued customers as a Test Engineer, Journeyman (WSEP) to work out of Schriever Space Force Base in Colorado.

*Contingent Upon Award*

PAY: $145,000-$164,000

JOB SUMMARY:

Conduct Weapon System Evaluation testing on Space Force systems to assess system vulnerabilities across entire architecture using real-world and simulated environments. Conduct operationally realistic testing to identify strengths and weak points in the architecture. Determine interrelationship factors that can adversely affect system effectiveness. Analyze recorded data collected during test evaluations and report out independent findings as prescribed by customer guidance. Write detailed test plans to identify data collection requirements, analysis techniques and expected statistical outputs. Create Test Execution Procedures to clearly identify expected operator and test actions during the test events. Generate detailed test reports containing statistical results table and graphs, written findings, deficiency identification and fielding recommendations. Direct and/or participate in all phases of test planning, test execution, and test reporting.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Conduct test execution of mission systems to assess mission performance.
• Build test scope using Critical Operational Issues (COIs), Objectives, Measures of Effectiveness and Suitability (MOEs/MOSs), and Measures of Performance (MOPs).
• Develop test approach with the purpose of performing statistical analysis to evaluate system performance.
• Develop operational test documentation to include test plans, test execution procedures, data analysis plans, test reports, and required briefings.
• Create surveys to evaluate acceptability of human factors, documentation, training safety, and other areas as applicable.
• Direct data collection activities and verify all required test objectives are complete.
• Evaluate data and assess system performance using the collected test data, the validated truth data, and the methodologies and tools developed during test planning.
• Use statistical analysis tools and methods to evaluate test data and document test results.
• Collect and analyze maintenance data to determine system suitability.
• Write technical reports to accurately describe results and problems encountered during testing.
• Present evaluation results for customer review and ensure all documents and briefings comply with higher headquarters guidance.
• Assist other Test Engineers by reviewing and providing comment to test briefings and documentation.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5-7 years of technical experience in DoD or USAF Operational Test and Evaluation test design, analysis, and test reporting in operational environments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, and Outlook).
• Possess a broad understanding of statics to include data distributions, data sampling techniques, confidence intervals and regression test techniques.
• Understanding of Design of Experiments fundamentals and able to apply DOE principles to test planning and post-test data analysis methods.
• Understand how to evaluate common system effectiveness and suitability factors including reliability, maintainability, and availability.
• Possess working knowledge Air Force Space Command and Air Combat Command test and evaluation directives.
• Able to use data reduction tools to analyze raw data and identify signification system deficiencies.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Bachelor's degree in related field OR equivalent experience may be used in lieu of degree requirement.

REQUIRED CLEARANCE: TS/SCI

TRAVEL: 10%

In compliance with Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, USfalcon considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities as well as a candidate's work experience, knowledge, skills, education, and training.

Benefits Offered: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, parental leave, pet insurance, paid time off, and holidays.

About US: USfalcon has grown from our roots in 1984 to become a mid-tier professional services company supporting a diverse and global customer base of DoD and Federal Agencies. We have been excelling in diverse platforms for almost 30 years and continue to be an industry leader. If you thrive in an organization that values integrity, commitment, stewardship, and service, we want to meet you. We deliver core capabilities in Aviation, Space, Information Technology, and Business Operations and continue to grow and expand our competencies, contracts and customer base, adding to our long history of supporting customer and community needs. Learn more at www.usfalcon.com/history.