Lead Test Engineer – DoD Missile Warning Systems (Remote)

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 87,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Lead Test Engineer to guide a test team collaborating with the U.S. Space Force on next-generation missile warning capabilities. You will test, analyze, and validate complex ground software and hardware systems, ensuring mission needs are met and risks are mitigated early.

The role emphasizes cross-disciplinary coordination, performance verification, and engagement with government clients to deliver mission-focused solutions. Security clearances are required.

Qualifications

• 10+ years leading test and evaluation or system integration on large defense programs.
• 10+ years developing test strategies, plans, reports, and briefings.
• Experience supporting DoD, government, or related programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead a test team working with Booz Allen and the U.S. Space Force.
• Test, analyze, evaluate, verify, and validate systems against requirements.
• Identify urgent mitigations early and guide development with advanced tech solutions.
• Coordinate with government clients, contractors, and teammates to meet program goals.
• Communicate effectively to build collaborative relationships with stakeholders.

Skills

Test lead experience

Collaborative team experience

Test strategies and plans

System integration experience

Clearance (Secret)

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Model-Based Systems Engineering tools

Job description

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Lead Test Engineer to guide a test team collaborating with the U.S. Space Force on next-generation missile warning capabilities. You will test, analyze, and validate complex ground software and hardware systems, ensuring mission needs are met and risks are mitigated early.

The role emphasizes cross-disciplinary coordination, performance verification, and engagement with government clients to deliver mission-focused solutions. Security clearances are required.