Test and Evaluation Support Engineer, Senior

Torch Technologies, Inc.; Kettering (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401(k) match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Torch Technologies, Inc. is looking for a Senior Test and Evaluation Support Engineer to work in Kettering, OH. This position involves providing test and evaluation support, developing test plans, and managing test execution as part of the EPASS GB contract.

The ideal candidate should have an advanced degree in a related field and significant experience in software testing methodology, ensuring high-quality standards and effective test execution.

Qualifications

• Must possess a T1/NACI security clearance.
• Advanced knowledge in the software test field.
• 10+ years of experience in a related role.

Responsibilities

• Provide T&E support for product lines and teams.
• Develop and manage test plans and execution.
• Prepare test strategy, concepts, methodology, and procedures.

Skills

U.S. citizenship

Advanced knowledge in software testing

Comprehensive understanding of software test standards

Experience with Agile Development Methodology

Impeccable verbal and written communication skills

Education

Advanced degree in Computer Science or IT

12+ years experience in related field

Tools

Atlassian Jira

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

DevSecOps

Job description

Position Summary

Senior Test and Evaluation Support Engineer supporting the EPASS GB contract in Kettering, OH. Responsibilities include providing T&E support, developing test plans, and managing test execution.

Responsibilities

• Provide T&E support for product lines, capability delivery teams, and BES Test Services in accordance with DoW, AF, AFMC, AFLCMC, BES, acquisition, T&E policy, and standard tools.
• Prepare, coordinate, review, and approve test strategy, concepts, methodology, plans, processes, and procedures.
• Offer T&E expertise in DoW Adaptive Acquisition Framework (AAF) and System/Software Development Life Cycles (SDLCs).
• Apply Statistical Test and Analysis Techniques (STAT) and Design of Experiments (DoE) methods; support test automation leveraging DevSecOps.
• Manage and support test execution, data gathering, reduction, analysis, and reporting.
• Review, analyze, report, and recommend updates to KPIs, CTPs, and performance measures.
• Support system/software quality reporting, including tracking and managing software defect reports.
• Assist capability delivery team with Integrated Test Team (ITT) formation, organization, and operations.
• Prepare or advise on test criteria, computations, analyses, specifications, cost estimates, and technical reports.
• Select and apply T&E techniques and procedures to evaluate problems and data.
• Evaluate results and conclusions from T&E tasks.
• Develop innovative approaches to complex problems and complete tasks efficiently.
• Assess test environment configuration and ensure readiness for software release testing.
• Prepare T&E segments of acquisition documentation.
• Support certification test activities such as the Joint Interoperability Test Center (JITC).
• Support audit and inspection activities related to T&E.
• Provide or support T&E-related training.
• Plan, execute, and report on Cybersecurity Test and Evaluation (CSTE) support, including FCAs/PCAs.
• Recommend improvements to higher-level DoW, AF, AFMC, AFLCMC, and BES T&E policy, guidance, and procedures.
• Participate in T&E summits, conferences, or meetings to present project status, accomplishments, and lessons learned.
• Provide test report support services and conduct technical reviews of engineering documentation (e.g., CORL A003) including drawings, specifications, reports, design documents, diagrams, and test reports.

Required Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship.
• Advanced degree (MA/MS) or doctorate from an ABET‑accredited program in Computer Science, IT, or an Engineering discipline with 10+ years experience (5 in DoW). OR BA/BS with 12+ years experience (5 in DoW). OR 15+ years directly related experience with 8+ in DoW.
• Advanced knowledge and recognized expertise in the software test field; ability to oversee junior and mid‑level personnel.
• Comprehensive understanding of software test standards, procedures, and practices.
• Extensive knowledge of software testing management and best practices.
• Familiarity with AFI 99‑103 for Capabilities‑Based Test and Evaluation.
• General working knowledge of DoW acquisition policy, specifically DoWI5000.75 (and DoWI5000.02).
• Experience implementing new IT/Business System technologies, including Cloud Infrastructure and ERP systems.
• Experience with manual script‑driven software testing.
• Experience with automated software testing.
• Experience in an IT system Program Management Office.
• Working knowledge of Agile Development Methodology (SAFe).
• Working knowledge of DevSecOps.
• Experience with Design of Experiments methods and concepts.
• Highly proficient with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, Access, Project, Atlassian Jira, and Confluence.
• Exceptional attention to detail, highly organized, and able to multi‑task.
• Impeccable verbal and written communication skills.
• Must possess and maintain a T1/NACI security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Atlassian Zephyr Squad Test Management for Jira.
• Experience with Oracle Application Test Suite (OATS).
• Experience with Bitbucket and Jenkins.
• Coding experience and working knowledge of the software development lifecycle.
• CompTIA Security+ CE or other industry‑recognized certifications in software testing (e.g., ASTQB CTFL). Certified Scrum Master or other Agile certifications.
• Detail‑oriented and thorough in spotting issues and verifying results.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and root‑cause skills.
• Persistent and patient when troubleshooting and reproducing errors.
• Clear communicator—documenting and cross‑team collaboration.
• Curious and skeptical, always testing “what if” scenarios.
• Adaptable and comfortable with changing tools, projects, or requirements.
• Team‑oriented but also capable of working independently.
• Honest and objective in reporting results and system readiness.

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm.

Location

Onsite at Kettering, OH. Travel: 0–10%.

Relocation Assistance

None.

Benefits

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including ESOP participation, 401(k) match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Saving Accounts, Health Reimbursement Accounts, EAP, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. Torch Technologies, Inc. participates in E‑Verify.

Additional Information

Position is not contingent upon award of contract.