Test Engineer

CTC Group; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

CTC Group is seeking Test Engineers for a contingent program supporting planning, execution, and evaluation of complex test activities. Locations include Annapolis Junction and Ft. Meade, with close collaboration with Government and engineering teams.

The role involves developing test strategies, planning data collection, analyzing performance data, and producing T&E products to support mission-critical decisions. Strong security clearance and engineering background are required.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with polygraph security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Math, Science, Engineering, Statistics, Engineering Management, or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
• Four (4) years of additional TE experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Analyze system requirements, acquisition plans, system descriptions, and concepts of operations to develop effective test and evaluation strategies
• Plan and execute performance analysis and performance data collection activities
• Develop evaluation plans, test plans, analysis plans, risk assessments, and test readiness documentation
• Design and coordinate test events aligned with program milestones and Government decision points
• Analyze system performance and risk areas to help focus T&E planning and evaluation efforts
• Apply statistical analysis techniques to assess system performance and characterize confidence in test results
• Select, develop, and use analytical tools to support test execution and evaluation
• Evaluate collected test data and translate results into clear findings, reports, and recommendations
• Apply modeling and simulation techniques to support system evaluation and testing
• Establish and support data and configuration management processes for test activities
• Coordinate with engineering, acquisition, operations, and other test organizations to support integrated T&E efforts
• Assess system requirements for testability, effectiveness, suitability, and operational performance
• Produce Government T&E products including Test & Evaluation Strategies, Test & Evaluation Master Plans, Event Test Plans, Test Readiness Assessments, and Evaluation Reports
• Work directly with Government sponsors to coordinate test implementation, status, risks, and results
• For Level 3 positions, provide technical leadership, coordinate T&E resources and activities, and help develop solutions to evolving program risks and test challenges

Skills

TS/SCI with polygraph

TE experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Math, Science, Engineering, Statistics, Engineering Management, or related discipline

Job description

Summary

CTC Group is seeking Test Engineers, for a contingent program supporting the planning, execution, and evaluation of complex test and evaluation activities. In this role, you will analyze system requirements, develop test strategies and procedures, collect and evaluate performance data, and work closely with Government and engineering teams to assess system effectiveness, identify risks, and support mission‑critical decision making.
Locations: Annapolis Junction / Ft. Meade

Responsibilities

• Analyze system requirements, acquisition plans, system descriptions, and concepts of operations to develop effective test and evaluation strategies
• Plan and execute performance analysis and performance data collection activities
• Develop evaluation plans, test plans, analysis plans, risk assessments, and test readiness documentation
• Design and coordinate test events aligned with program milestones and Government decision points
• Analyze system performance and risk areas to help focus T&E planning and evaluation efforts
• Apply statistical analysis techniques to assess system performance and characterize confidence in test results
• Select, develop, and use analytical tools to support test execution and evaluation
• Evaluate collected test data and translate results into clear findings, reports, and recommendations
• Apply modeling and simulation techniques to support system evaluation and testing
• Establish and support data and configuration management processes for test activities
• Coordinate with engineering, acquisition, operations, and other test organizations to support integrated T&E efforts
• Assess system requirements for testability, effectiveness, suitability, and operational performance
• Produce Government T&E products including Test & Evaluation Strategies, Test & Evaluation Master Plans, Event Test Plans, Test Readiness Assessments, and Evaluation Reports
• Work directly with Government sponsors to coordinate test implementation, status, risks, and results
• For Level 3 positions, provide technical leadership, coordinate T&E resources and activities, and help develop solutions to evolving program risks and test challenges

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI with polygraph security clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in Math, Science, Engineering, Statistics, Engineering Management, or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required
• Four (4) years of additional TE experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree

Level 2 Qualifications

• Five (5) years experience as a TE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity is required

Level 3 Qualifications

• Eight (8) years experience as a TE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity is required

Why CTC Group?

We recognize that successful partnerships are based on open and direct communication, mutual respect, and the ability to adapt to evolving capabilities. Our cleared employees bring decades of experience supporting customers in the Intelligence and Defense communities. We specialize in providing engineering, technical, operational support, and training services to Federal government, and Mission Operations.

CTC Group provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to, Health/Dental/Vision, 401k, PTO and holiday pay, disability and life insurance.

CTC Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, physical disability, genetic information, mental disability, age, military status or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner status, gender (including sex stereotyping), medical condition (including, but not limited to, cancer related or HIV/AIDS related) or sexual orientation in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.