Strategic Weapons Test Lead

JRC Careers; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Exceptional employee benefits program

Opportunity to contribute to DoD high‑

Collaborative work environment

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

JRC Careers in Groton, CT seeks a Test Manager for Strategic Weapons Systems to coordinate testing and integration across shipyards, field sites, and program offices supporting the SSBN Columbia and Dreadnought programs.

This hands-on leadership role requires a SECRET clearance, DoD experience, and strong collaboration with government and industry partners to ensure continuous SWS work and test execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• 4+ equivalent years of related experience.
• Active DoD security clearance at the SECRET level.
• Experience in production, construction, testing and alteration of the Strategic Weapon System.
• Planning and scheduling integration activities for military systems.
• Ability to support required travel.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).
• Strong leadership, critical thinking, strategic planning and project planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide detailed knowledge, schedule integration and planning for SSBN Columbia and Dreadnought programs.
• Leverage past experience to further SSBN programs development.
• Facilitate meetings with government and industry partners.
• Coordinate documentation reviews among contractor team members.
• Complement shipyard efforts in establishing a Missile Compartment SWS project team.
• Enhance the deck-plate team to ensure continuous SWS work and testing.
• Coordinate program schedules among government and industry partner teams.
• Participate in and facilitate local team meetings coordinating day-to-day activities of SWS support personnel.
• Anticipate and respond to evolving customer requirements and expectations.

Skills

SWS experience

Leadership

Planning & Scheduling

Teamwork

Travel willingness

Security clearance (SECRET)

MS Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)

Job description

JRC Careers in Groton, CT seeks a Test Manager for Strategic Weapons Systems to coordinate testing and integration across shipyards, field sites, and program offices supporting the SSBN Columbia and Dreadnought programs.

This hands-on leadership role requires a SECRET clearance, DoD experience, and strong collaboration with government and industry partners to ensure continuous SWS work and test execution.