Test and Evaluation (T&E) Support Lead

Test and Evaluation (T&E) Support Lead

Job ID: 2617500

Location: Chantilly, VA, United States

Date Posted: Oct 2, 2026

Category: Engineering and Sciences

Subcategory: Test Engineer

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes - 10% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required: TS/SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None

Potential for Remote Work: Hybrid

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Job Description

Description

SAIC is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Test and Evaluation (T&E) Support Lead to oversee the planning, execution, and reporting of comprehensive test and evaluation activities in direct support of government programs and systems. The T&E Support Lead will serve as the primary contractor technical authority for all testing efforts, providing expert support to government stakeholders and ensuring that systems, products, or capabilities meet defined requirements, performance standards, and operational objectives. This role requires strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to effectively interface with government customers, program offices, and oversight organizations while managing a contractor test team.

Key Responsibilities:

Government Stakeholder Interface & Support

• Serve as the primary contractor point of contact for all T&E-related activities with government program offices, test agencies, and oversight organizations
• Provide technical advice, recommendations, and briefings to government stakeholders at all levels, including program managers, contracting officers, and senior leadership
• Support government-led program reviews, technical interchange meetings (TIMs), milestone decision reviews, and test readiness reviews (TRRs)
• Respond to government requests for information, data calls, and ad hoc tasking in a timely and professional manner
• Maintain strong working relationships with government counterparts while operating within appropriate contractor boundaries and roles
• Assist government stakeholders in understanding test results, system performance, and evaluation findings to support informed decision-making

Test Planning & Strategy

• Develop, manage, and maintain comprehensive Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMPs), test strategies, and test procedures in coordination with government stakeholders
• Define test objectives, success criteria, and evaluation metrics aligned with government-approved program requirements
• Establish and manage test schedules, milestones, and deliverables consistent with government program timelines
• Coordinate developmental testing (DT), operational testing (OT), and integrated testing activities in alignment with government direction
• Prepare test plans alongside government leads and task order test teams

Test Execution & Management

• Lead and oversee the execution of all contractor-supported test events
• Serve as the contractor test director during test events as required and in coordination with government and task order test leads
• Monitor test progress and ensure adherence to government-approved test plans and procedures

identify, document, and manage test anomalies, discrepancies, and failure reports in accordance with government reporting requirements

• Ensure proper data collection, instrumentation, and recording throughout all test activities

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Oversee the reduction, analysis, and interpretation of test data in support of government evaluation efforts
• Prepare and present test reports, evaluation findings, and recommendations to government program leadership and stakeholders
• Assess system performance against government-defined requirements and operational needs
• Identify deficiencies, risks, and areas for improvement based on test results and communicate findings clearly to government customer.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements and Education:

• Bachelor''s degree in Engineering, Science, or a related technical field (Master''s degree preferred) and 9 years of experience
• Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in test and evaluation, systems engineering, or a related discipline, with at least 2 years in a contractor support role interfacing with government customers
• Proficiency in developing test documentation, including test plans, test procedures, and test reports in accordance with government standards
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in data analysis and interpretation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to brief government senior leadership and program officials
• Experience with test management tools, data acquisition systems, and analysis software
• Thorough understanding of government contracting processes, roles, and responsibilities
• TS/SCI level security clearance

Target salary range: $160,001 - $200,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

Overview

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

SAIC is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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