Senior Test & Evaluation Lead — Government Programs

SAIC; California; On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking an experienced Test and Evaluation (T&E) Support Lead to oversee planning, execution, and reporting of comprehensive test activities in support of government programs. The role acts as the primary contractor technical authority for testing efforts and interfaces with government customers and program offices.

The candidate will lead TEMP development, test planning, execution, and data analysis, while directing contractor teams and ensuring compliance with government requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• 4–6 years in test & evaluation, systems engineering, or related discipline; contractor support with government customers ideal.
• Experience developing test docs: plans, procedures, and reports per government standards.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills for briefing senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contractor contact for T&E with government program offices and oversight bodies.
• Develop and maintain TEMPs, test strategies, and procedures in coordination with government stakeholders.
• Lead contractor-supported test events and serve as test director when needed.
• Oversee data collection, analyze results, and report findings to government leadership.
• Identify and communicate deficiencies, risks, and improvement opportunities from test results.

Skills

T&E leadership

Government interface

Data analysis

Test planning

Technical briefings

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Science

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Data acquisition

Analysis software

Job description

SAIC is seeking an experienced Test and Evaluation (T&E) Support Lead to oversee planning, execution, and reporting of comprehensive test activities in support of government programs. The role acts as the primary contractor technical authority for testing efforts and interfaces with government customers and program offices.

The candidate will lead TEMP development, test planning, execution, and data analysis, while directing contractor teams and ensuring compliance with government requirements