Strategic Test & Range Programs Lead

The Tatitlek Corporation; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tatitlek Corporation seeks a Program Manager to lead DIU test, evaluation, and range operations, guiding prototype development and demonstrations of weapons systems. You will oversee field operations, ensure safety, and manage vendor access in austere environments.

The role requires 5 years in test and evaluation range operations, leadership experience, and a technical degree. Candidates must obtain/maintain TS/SCI clearance and collaborate with DoD and industry partners on DIU programs.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in test and evaluation range operations.
• 2 years’ experience in military, expeditionary, medical, or test operations leadership.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain TS/SCI clearance; suitability for access.
• Demonstrated firearms safety and firearms operation experience.
• Strong background in RMF, operational risk management, and range leadership.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate DIU range operations and ensure all required test, safety, and supporting documentation is complete and available in advance of execution.
• Review and clear proposed range operations prior to scheduling; coordinate with portfolio leadership to approve use when authorized.
• Provide SITREPs, briefs, and reports to maintain leadership visibility of activities.
• Conduct assessments in support of requirements development, prototype experimentation, and demonstrations.
• Organize, manage, and coordinate test, evaluation, and range-center activities.
• Maintain safety, documentation, and reporting processes; leverage digital capabilities.
• Coordinate with system developers and test agencies to define scope and schedule.
• Support development and testing of weapons systems and prototypes in coordination with DIU customers and industry partners.

Skills

Test and evaluation range operations

Operations leadership

Strong writing skills

Clearance eligibility

Firearms safety

Risk Management Framework

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical or related field, or equivalent work experience

Job description

The Tatitlek Corporation seeks a Program Manager to lead DIU test, evaluation, and range operations, guiding prototype development and demonstrations of weapons systems. You will oversee field operations, ensure safety, and manage vendor access in austere environments.

The role requires 5 years in test and evaluation range operations, leadership experience, and a technical degree. Candidates must obtain/maintain TS/SCI clearance and collaborate with DoD and industry partners on DIU programs.