Test Engineer

Woodsong Technologies, LLC; Whitehurst (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life, AD&D, Disability Insurance

Paid time off & holidays

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Woodsong Technologies, LLC seeks a Test & Evaluation engineer to analyze system requirements and develop evaluation plans for complex programs in Annapolis Junction, MD. The role supports T&E documentation and program integration with government agencies.

The candidate will conduct performance analysis, data collection and modeling, and coordinate with test organizations to ensure timely, compliant T&E outcomes.

Qualifications

• Eight years of TE experience in programs and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity.
• Bachelor's degree in Math, Science, Engineering, Statistics, Engineering Management or related discipline is required.
• Four additional TE years may be substituted for a Bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research into and apply knowledge of test and evaluation concepts to support T&E activities.
• Plan and Execute Performance Analysis.
• Review planned acquisition approaches to support T&E schedule alignment with decision maker needs.
• Analyze performance risk areas to focus T&E planning.
• Specify, validate, and adapt Modeling and Simulation for T&E use.
• Apply Statistical Analysis of variations in performance behavior to characterize confidence in performance estimates.
• Select, develop, & use analysis tools.
• Execute the evaluation plan on data collected by the Testing Tasks.
• Plan and Execute Performance Data Collection.
• Plan program and event level testing for data collection and timing with decisions.
• Establish and employ Data & Configuration Management capabilities.
• Assess operational requirements for testability and criticality to frame T&E objectives.
• Design data sampling schemes to optimize information/resource balance.
• Select, coordinate, and calibrate instrumentation and data management tools.
• Execute Testing and Data Collection per plan.
• Produce associated Test Plans, Procedures, and Reports/Briefings.
• Recommend draft plans and reports for approval by the task leader.

Skills

Test & Evaluation experience

Performance analysis

Acquisition planning

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Education

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

Tools

Modeling & Simulation tools

Job description

About Woodsong Technologies:

At Woodsong Technologies (WT), we are driven by innovation, experience, commitment, and integrity. We believe that applying these values allows both you and WT to succeed in what we do. WT values your education, skills, and experience, and while you're at WT, we strive to help you develop your career and support endeavors that could encourage your growth.

Location:

Annapolis Junction, MD

Required Clearance Level:

TS/SCI w/polygraph

Position Overview:

Analyzes system requirements and concept of operations documents, acquisition plans, and system descriptions to develop evaluation and test plans and procedures, prepare for and conduct the data collection and analysis, and report status and results. Supports the development of Government test and evaluation documentation e.g., Test & Evaluation (T&E) Strategy, Test & Evaluation Master Plan, Event Test Plans, Test Readiness Assessments, and T&E Reports. Works with other test organizations to support T&E program integration. Provides specialized T&E capabilities tailored to system functions, level, maturity, and performance area as assigned in the SOW.

Qualifications:

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

This list is just a small subset of responsibilities for this position:

• Conduct research into and apply knowledge of test and evaluation concepts and related engineering, acquisition, and operations activities as needed to support the T&E activities
• Plan and Execute Performance Analysis
• Review planned acquisition approaches to support T&E schedule alignment with decision maker needs for T&E support
• Analyze performance risk areas to focus T&E planning
• Specify, validate, and adapt Modeling and Simulation for T&E use
• Apply Statistical Analysis of variations in performance behavior to characterize confidence in performance estimates
• Select, develop, & use analysis tools
• Execute the evaluation plan on data collected by the Testing Tasks
• Plan and Execute Performance Data Collection
• Plan program and event level testing for collection of data required for analysis and to synch T&E events with supported decision points
• Establish and employ Data & Configuration Management capabilities
• Assess operational and system performance requirements for testability and criticality to frame and prioritize T&E objectives and enable evaluation planning
• Design data sampling schemes to optimize the information/resource balance and to control testing uncertainties
• Select, coordinate, and calibrate Instrumentation, collection and data management tools, targets, & facilities
• Execute Testing and Data Collection per plan
• Produce associated Test Plans, Procedures, and Reports/Briefings, Data Management Plan
• Recommend draft plans and reports from the Level 1 tasks for approval by the task leader

Benefits of Working at WT:

• Small Business - Agile and Competitive
• 15% 401(k) Contribution (No Matching Required)
• Exceptional Medical, Rx, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life, AD&D, and Disability (Short- and Long-Term) Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays
• Flexible Work Schedules

Woodsong Technologies, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy extends equal opportunities to all individuals without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to the principles of fair employment and providing a workplace free from discrimination and/or harassment.