Defense Data Analyst — EW Test & Evaluation

SimVentions, Inc.; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP ownership

Competitive benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

SimVentions, Inc. seeks a Data Analyst to support the Softkill Coordination Subsystem (SKCS) within EW Combat Systems. You will work hands-on with test assets, tactical software, and multi-domain test environments, turning findings into actionable reports.

The role involves at-sea and land-based tests with up to 25% travel, requires an ACTIVE Secret Clearance, and a Bachelor’s degree or 3+ years of relevant experience. Hybrid or on-site options in Dahlgren, VA may apply.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting testing or evaluation of tactical Navy systems.
• Able to analyze behavior, interpret data, and identify discrepancies.
• Strong technical writing for reports and documentation.
• Experience supporting data collection or validation activities.
• Familiarity with Linux environments (RHEL preferred).
• Knowledge of SQL, Python, Bash, Visual Basic, or similar tools.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel for data analysis.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum and Atlassian tools (JIRA, Confluence).

Responsibilities

• Learn SKCS test assets, environments, requirements, interfaces, libraries, and capabilities.
• Assess software behavior against requirements and identify deviations.
• Support SKCS tests: build, regression, integration, BQTs, FQT.
• Maintain SKCS test cases, procedures, and SRVM.
• Collect, record, validate, and analyze data at test events.
• Submit Test Observation Reports (TORs) and Trouble Reports (TRs).
• Travel to external test ranges to support data collection and ensure accuracy.
• Support integration testing with AN/SLQ‑32(V)6, V7, Aegis, SSDS baselines.
• Analyze data visuals and generate test docs (quick looks, SITREPs).
• Assist I&T team during daily stand-ups, Agile ceremonies, sprints.
• Maintain SKCS hardware/software configuration and test tools.
• Provide daily status updates across sites and stakeholders.

Skills

SQL

Python

Shell scripting

Visual Basic

Excel

Agile/Scrum

JIRA

Confluence

Linux

RHEL

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 3+ years experience

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

MS Excel

Job description

SimVentions, Inc. seeks a Data Analyst to support the Softkill Coordination Subsystem (SKCS) within EW Combat Systems. You will work hands-on with test assets, tactical software, and multi-domain test environments, turning findings into actionable reports.

The role involves at-sea and land-based tests with up to 25% travel, requires an ACTIVE Secret Clearance, and a Bachelor’s degree or 3+ years of relevant experience. Hybrid or on-site options in Dahlgren, VA may apply.