Test Engineer, Government T&E & Evaluation (Contract)

Columbia Technology Partners; Corridor North (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Technology Partners is seeking Test Engineers to support planning, execution, analysis, and reporting of Test & Evaluation activities for complex government systems. The role will develop and execute evaluation strategies, analyze performance data, support risk‑informed decisions, and contribute to the verification and validation of mission‑critical capabilities.

Opportunities are available for experienced Test Engineers ranging from technical execution to task leadership and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Science, Engineering, Statistics, or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Analyze system requirements, acquisition plans, concepts of operation, and system documentation to develop test and evaluation strategies, plans, and procedures.
• Conduct performance analysis and evaluate system effectiveness, suitability, and operational performance.
• Plan and execute data collection activities to support test events and evaluation objectives.
• Develop evaluation plans, analysis plans, risk assessments, data requirements, and test reports.
• Support the development of Government T&E documentation, including Test & Evaluation Strategies, Master Plans, Readiness Assessments, and Reports.
• Apply statistical analysis techniques to evaluate performance data and characterize confidence levels.
• Develop and utilize modeling, simulation, instrumentation, and data management tools to support testing activities.
• Design data sampling approaches to optimize test efficiency and reduce uncertainty.
• Coordinate with Systems Engineering teams, users, and stakeholders to support evaluation planning and execution.
• Support test readiness activities, including participant training, equipment preparation, and compliance with security, legal, and privacy requirements.
• Participate in T&E Working‑level Integrated Product Teams (WIPTs) and Integrated Test Teams (ITTs).
• Maintain awareness of evolving Government, national, and international testing standards and best practices.

Skills

Test engineering experience

Data analysis

Statistical methods

Modeling & simulation

Performance assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

Data management tools

Instrumentation

Test planning tools

Job description

Columbia Technology Partners is seeking Test Engineers to support planning, execution, analysis, and reporting of Test & Evaluation activities for complex government systems. The role will develop and execute evaluation strategies, analyze performance data, support risk‑informed decisions, and contribute to the verification and validation of mission‑critical capabilities.

Opportunities are available for experienced Test Engineers ranging from technical execution to task leadership and