Air Battle Management Test Engineer SE-4

Odyssey; Florida; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Odyssey is seeking a senior SE-4 Air Battle Management Test Engineer to support the 45th Test Squadron at Eglin AFB, FL. You will plan, execute, analyze, and report on developmental and operational tests for next‑generation C2, JADC2, and ABMS capabilities, translating mission workflows into testable objectives across complex multi‑domain architectures.

The role requires an ABM‑expertise background, the ability to work across test disciplines, and travel up to 25% CONUS/OCONUS to support test

Qualifications

• Master of Science degree and at least 10 years of relevant technical experience (experience may substitute for education).
• 10 years of relevant engineering experience, including at least 5 years in engineering, R&D, and/or flight test for weapons and avionics systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, analyze, and report on developmental and operational tests for C2, JADC2, and ABMS capabilities.
• Develop test plans, procedures, and test reports across the software development life cycle.
• Coordinate test projects, schedules, and data collection for valid results.
• Travel to contractor facilities, ranges, and test sites to support test execution and deficiency reporting.
• Lead and direct others in test activities and artifact development.

Skills

ABM operations

Test planning

Data analysis

Scripting/data tools

Agile OA testing

Team leadership

Education

Master's degree

Tools

SQL

Python

MATLAB

Excel

Job description

Position Summary

Odyssey has an exciting opportunity for an SE‑4 Air Battle Management (ABM) Test Engineer supporting the 45th Test Squadron, Air Operations C2 Systems Test Flight (45 TS/TGAA) at Eglin AFB, FL. This senior‑level engineer will plan, execute, analyze, and report on developmental and operational test activities supporting next‑generation C2, JADC2, and ABMS capabilities. The role requires deep operational ABM expertise and the ability to translate mission workflows into testable objectives within complex multi‑domain architectures. This is a full‑time position at Eglin AFB, FL, with up to 25% CONUS/OCONUS travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and analysis of developmental tests for next‑generation C2, JADC2, and ABMS systems
• Conduct data analysis and apply engineering knowledge across test and evaluation, logistics, sustainment, operations analysis, technical studies, and system security
• Assist in developing system requirements, performance measures, entry/exit criteria, functional capabilities, design constraints, and metrics
• Support DT&E, OT, FDE, RRT, and test‑readiness certification through deficiency identification, compliance verification, and configuration stability assessments
• Prepare, execute, review, and analyze test plans, procedures, metrics, and reports across the software development life cycle
• Develop methods of tests, CONOPS, test cases, objectives, procedures, test directives, and technical reports
• Review and analyze requirements documentation and other test artifacts to support test conduct
• Plan, coordinate, and monitor test projects requiring modifications to standard practices or instrumentation to obtain valid results
• Evaluate tests for feasibility, soundness, and technical rigor; provide recommendations
• Coordinate schedules, pre‑and post‑test activities, logistics, and reporting
• Travel to contractor facilities, open‑air ranges, test sites, and other locations to support test execution, configuration management, data reduction, analysis, and deficiency reporting

Qualifications

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

Minimum Required Qualifications

Clearance: Active Secret; must be able to obtain and maintain Top Secret

Education: Master of Science degree and at least 10 years of relevant technical experience (experience may substitute for education)

Years of Experience: 10 years of relevant engineering experience, including at least 5 years in engineering, R&D, and/or flight test for weapons and avionics systems

• Extensive ABM/C2 operational background
• Experience supporting DT&E, OT, risk‑reduction, or integration testing
• Ability to translate mission workflows into testable artifacts
• Experience developing and analyzing test documentation
• Ability to lead and direct others

Preferred Qualifications

Clearance: Top Secret

• Knowledge of air C2 and tactical data link concepts (Link 16, track correlation, ID, SA, voice/data comms, coalition interoperability)
• Experience working with program offices, developers, operators, and test ranges
• Knowledge of AFI 99‑103 and AF DT&E methodologies
• Experience with modeling & simulation or system emulation tools
• Experience with cybersecurity, cyber‑resiliency, EW, or contested‑communications testing
• Experience with scripting or data tools (SQL, Python, MATLAB, telemetry analysis)
• Experience in Agile OA test cycles and continuous test processes

Technical Skills

• Demonstrated ABM experience in airborne battle management, C2, surveillance, identification, track management, weapons control, and tactical data link operations
• Experience with E‑7 AEW&C, E‑3 AWACS, AOC, or comparable ABM/C2 systems in operations, planning, or system integration
• Ability to translate workflows, mission threads, and user needs into testable requirements and test objectives
• Experience creating and analyzing test plans, test procedures, test cards, technical reports, and deficiency reports
• Ability to evaluate system performance against operational and technical requirements, identify deficiencies, and assess interoperability issues
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Preferred:
• Knowledge of tactical data links (Link 16, SA, correlation, ID, C2 workflows, coalition interoperability)
• Experience coordinating test objectives, schedules, configurations, and data‑collection requirements
• Experience with modeling, simulation, stimulation, and emulation tools
• Experience with cyber‑resilience, cybersecurity, EW, or contested‑communications assessments
• Experience with data‑analysis tools (SQL, Python, MATLAB, Excel, telemetry analysis, automation)
• Familiarity with Agile OA Integrated Test Cycle methodologies

Interpersonal Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and direct technical personnel
• Ability to work effectively within integrated test teams and with diverse stakeholders
• Ability to collaborate with SPOs, system developers, operators, range personnel, and test stakeholders
• Ability to present findings and technical results clearly to leadership

Additional Information

Location: Eglin AFB, FL

Work Environment: Onsite

Job Status: Full‑Time

Travel: 25% CONUS/OCONUS TDYs

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Company Overview

Odyssey is a world‑class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military’s operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain‑specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care.

Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares , a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events.

Please note: Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.