Test Manager

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This position supports the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Division and specifically the Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) program supporting the Royal Saudi Air Force. As part of the International Airborne Battle Management Command and Control Division (AFLCMC/WIW), the selected candidate will provide acquisition, engineering, logistics, cybersecurity, test, or program management support, as applicable to their assigned role, ensuring successful execution of FMS efforts while supporting cost, schedule, performance, and mission objectives for a key international partner.<\/span>
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Duties includ<\/b>e, but not limited to:<\/b> <\/span>
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• Plan, coordinate, and execute Test and Evaluation (T&E) activities supporting Foreign Military Sales (FMS) AWACS programs.<\/span>
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• Develop test concepts, methodologies, strategies, plans, procedures, and reports supporting system verification and validation activities.<\/span>
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• Support Developmental Test & Evaluation (DT&E), Operational Test & Evaluation (OT&E), and end -user operational testing activities.<\/span>
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• Coordinate test activities among government organizations, contractors, operational users, and international stakeholders.<\/span>
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• Develop and maintain test schedules, track testing progress, and provide status updates to program leadership.<\/span>
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• Evaluate system performance, operational effectiveness, suitability, and mission readiness through analysis of test data and results.<\/span>
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• Support requirements verification and validation activities to ensure systems meet operational and technical objectives.<\/span>
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• Prepare technical documentation including test plans, test procedures, test reports, analyses, cost estimates, and engineering recommendations.<\/span>
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• Identify, assess, and document risks, deficiencies, and corrective actions resulting from test activities.<\/span>
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• Review and evaluate test results to ensure technical accuracy, completeness, and compliance with program requirements.<\/span>
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• Support system integration testing and interoperability assessments involving airborne command and control systems and associated mission systems.<\/span>
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• Participate in technical reviews, program management reviews, engineering working groups, and Integrated Product Teams (IPTs).<\/span>
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• Provide recommendations to program leadership regarding testing strategies, system performance, and program execution.<\/span>
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  Requirements<\/h3>

  Citizenship: Must be a US citizen<\/b><\/span>
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  Minimum Required Qualifications<\/b><\/i><\/span>
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  Clearance<\/b>: <\/b>Must have and be able to maintain a Secret level Clearance<\/span>
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  • Experience developing and executing test plans, procedures, and reports.<\/span>
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  • Experience supporting system verification, validation, and operational testing activities.<\/span>
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  • Knowledge of DoD acquisition and Test & Evaluation processes.<\/span>
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  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.<\/span>
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    Preferred Qualifications<\/b><\/i><\/span>
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    Clearance: <\/b>Top Secret level clearance<\/span>
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    Education: <\/b>Bachelor's or Master's Degree in a professional engineering discipline<\/span>
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    Years of experience: <\/b>8 years of directly related experience with 5 years in a DoD setting<\/span>
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    • Test Manager Course certification or course completion.<\/span>
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    • Experience supporting Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs.<\/span>
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    • Experience supporting airborne command and control, ISR, battle management, or mission systems programs.<\/span>
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    • Experience supporting Air Force acquisition organizations.<\/span>
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    • Experience working with operational users and international partners.<\/span>
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    • Familiarity with AWACS (E -3), airborne surveillance systems, or command and control platforms.<\/span>
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      Technical Skills<\/span>
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      • Test & Evaluation (T&E)<\/span>
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      • Developmental Test & Evaluation (DT&E)<\/span>
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      • Operational Test & Evaluation (OT&E)<\/span>
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      • Test Planning and Execution<\/span>
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      • Verification and Validation (V&V)<\/span>
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      • Requirements Verification<\/span>
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      • Systems Engineering<\/span>
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      • Test Documentation Development<\/span>
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      • Risk Management<\/span>
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      • Data Analysis and Reporting<\/span>
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      • System Integration Testing<\/span>
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      • Interoperability Testing<\/span>
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      • DoD Acquisition Processes<\/span>
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      • Integrated Product Teams (IPTs)<\/span>
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      • Configuration Management<\/span>
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      • Technical Reviews and Assessments<\/span>
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        Interpersonal Skills<\/span>
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        • Strong written and verbal communication skills.<\/span>
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        • Ability to effectively brief senior government, contractor, and international stakeholders.<\/span>
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        • Strong analytical and problem -solving abilities.<\/span>
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        • Ability to manage multiple priorities and schedules simultaneously.<\/span>
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        • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.<\/span>
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        • Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams and organizations.<\/span>
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          Additional Information<\/span>
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          Location:<\/b> Hanscom Air Force Base, MA<\/span>
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          Travel:<\/b> Travel may be required per the customer's discretion.<\/span>
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          Onsite position.<\/span>
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          Benefits<\/h3>

          • 401(k) <\/span>
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          • <\/span><\/span><\/span>Dental insurance<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span> <\/span>
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          • <\/span><\/span><\/span>Health insurance<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span> <\/span>
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          • <\/span><\/span><\/span>Life insurance<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span> <\/span>
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          • <\/span><\/span><\/span>Paid time off<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span> <\/span>
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          • <\/span><\/span><\/span>Professional development assistance<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span> <\/span>
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          • <\/span><\/span><\/span>Referral program<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span> <\/span>
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          • <\/span><\/span><\/span>Vision insurance<\/span> <\/span> <\/span> <\/span> <\/span>
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