Test and Evaluation (T&E) Support Lead

Saic; California (MO); On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking an experienced Test & Evaluation Support Lead to oversee planning, execution, and reporting of comprehensive test activities in direct support of government programs. The role serves as the contractor technical authority for testing, interfacing with government stakeholders and contractor teams to ensure requirements and performance standards are met.

The successful candidate will develop TEMPs, define objectives, manage test schedules, lead test events, analyze data, and present

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or a related technical field (Master's degree preferred) and 9 years of experience.
• Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in test and evaluation, systems engineering, or a related discipline, with at least 2 years in a contractor support role interfacing with government customers.
• Proficiency in developing test documentation, including test plans, test procedures, and test reports in accordance with government standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in data analysis and interpretation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to brief government senior leadership and program officials.
• Experience with test management tools, data acquisition systems, and analysis software.
• Thorough understanding of government contracting processes, roles, and responsibilities.
• TS/SCI level security clearance

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contractor technical authority for all T&E activities.
• Provide technical advice, recommendations, and briefings to government stakeholders at all levels, including program managers, contracting officers, and senior leadership.
• Lead and oversee the execution of contractor-supported test events and coordinate with government leads.
• Monitor test progress and ensure adherence to approved plans and procedures.
• Prepare test reports, evaluation findings, and recommendations to government program leadership and stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Communication

Government interface

Data interpretation

TS/SCI clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or a related technical field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Test management tools

Data acquisition systems

Analysis software

Job description

Description

SAIC is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Test and Evaluation (T&E) Support Lead to oversee the planning, execution, and reporting of comprehensive test and evaluation activities in direct support of government programs and systems. The T&E Support Lead will serve as the primary contractor technical authority for all testing efforts, providing expert support to government stakeholders and ensuring that systems, products, or capabilities meet defined requirements, performance standards, and operational objectives. This role requires strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to effectively interface with government customers, program offices, and oversight organizations while managing a contractor test team.

Key Responsibilities

Government Stakeholder Interface & Support

• Serve as the primary contractor point of contact for all T&E-related activities with government program offices, test agencies, and oversight organizations
• Provide technical advice, recommendations, and briefings to government stakeholders at all levels, including program managers, contracting officers, and senior leadership
• Support government-led program reviews, technical interchange meetings (TIMs), milestone decision reviews, and test readiness reviews (TRRs)
• Respond to government requests for information, data calls, and ad hoc tasking in a timely and professional manner
• Maintain strong working relationships with government counterparts while operating within appropriate contractor boundaries and roles
• Assist government stakeholders in understanding test results, system performance, and evaluation findings to support informed decision-making

Test Planning & Strategy

• Develop, manage, and maintain comprehensive Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMPs), test strategies, and test procedures in coordination with government stakeholders
• Define test objectives, success criteria, and evaluation metrics aligned with government-approved program requirements
• Establish and manage test schedules, milestones, and deliverables consistent with government program timelines
• Coordinate developmental testing (DT), operational testing (OT), and integrated testing activities in alignment with government direction
• Prepare test plans alongside government leads and task order test teams

Test Execution & Management

• Lead and oversee the execution of all contractor-supported test events
• Serve as the contractor test director during test events as required and in coordination with government and task order test leads
• Monitor test progress and ensure adherence to government-approved test plans and procedures
• Identify, document, and manage test anomalies, discrepancies, and failure reports in accordance with government reporting requirements
• Ensure proper data collection, instrumentation, and recording throughout all test activities

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Oversee the reduction, analysis, and interpretation of test data in support of government evaluation efforts
• Prepare and present test reports, evaluation findings, and recommendations to government program leadership and stakeholders
• Assess system performance against government-defined requirements and operational needs
• Identify deficiencies, risks, and areas for improvement based on test results and communicate findings clearly to government customer.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements and Education

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or a related technical field (Master's degree preferred) and 9 years of experience
• Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in test and evaluation, systems engineering, or a related discipline, with at least 2 years in a contractor support role interfacing with government customers
• Proficiency in developing test documentation, including test plans, test procedures, and test reports in accordance with government standards
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in data analysis and interpretation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to brief government senior leadership and program officials
• Experience with test management tools, data acquisition systems, and analysis software
• Thorough understanding of government contracting processes, roles, and responsibilities
• TS/SCI level security clearance

Target salary range: $160,001 - $200,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.