Operational Test Strategy Lead

00100 LEIDOS, INC.; Roseville (CA); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking an Operational Test Management Liaison to plan and execute OT&E of advanced weapon systems. The role informs acquisition and fielding decisions under real operational conditions.

Travel approx. 10% and coordination with multiple test organizations will be required. The candidate should have a TS/SCI clearance, a relevant degree, and 8+ years in test and evaluation or related fields.

Qualifications

• Must currently possess a TS/SCI security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, operations research, management, or a related field.
• 8 years of related experience with at least 2 years in test and evaluation, systems acquisition, and/or operational planning.
• Familiarity with DoD/USAF acquisition lifecycle and OT&E processes.
• Ability to manage complex projects and lead diverse teams in dynamic environments.
• Excellent communication, briefing, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with Test Management Organization for OT programs across platforms/systems.
• Develop comprehensive test strategies, plans and schedules with stakeholders.
• Coordinate with OPTEVFOR, AFOTEC, MAJCOM OT organizations, and Joint test partners.
• Direct execution of test events at supported operational units with fidelity and safety.
• Collaborate with pilots/operators, engineers, analysts, and logistics personnel.
• Collect data on issues for enterprise trend analysis and reporting.
• Prepare and deliver briefings, formal test reports, and decision-support products to leadership.
• Ensure compliance with regulations (AFIs, DoDI 5000 series, TEMP) and contribute to test policy.
• Monitor risk and implement mitigation strategies through the test lifecycle.
• Support milestone decision reviews and participate in ITTs and OTRRs.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

Strong communication

Project management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/science/ops research/management

Job description

Leidos is seeking an Operational Test Management Liaison to plan and execute OT&E of advanced weapon systems. The role informs acquisition and fielding decisions under real operational conditions.

Travel approx. 10% and coordination with multiple test organizations will be required. The candidate should have a TS/SCI clearance, a relevant degree, and 8+ years in test and evaluation or related fields.