Test Engineer - Lead

Amentum; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Amentum is seeking an experienced Test Engineer - Lead in Springfield, VA. You will develop, administer, and supervise a comprehensive test and evaluation program, leading a small team supporting a DoW customer.

The role requires strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, plus the ability to deploy to CONUS/OCONUS locations for short missions and to manage multiple technical projects in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret US Government Clearance with SCI eligibility
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, statistics or related field with years of related experience
• Experience in Operational Test and Evaluation (OT&E)
• Leadership and project management experience
• Strong analytical and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools and MATLAB/Simulink

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver Test Plans, Evaluation Plans, Test Schedules, and Test Reports per DoW standards
• Supervise daily T&E team activities and deliverables
• Plan and coordinate resources for test events (facilities, locations, personnel)
• Apply STAT to test systems for meaningful statistical results
• Identify issues and define Measures of Effectiveness and Performance
• Develop and maintain a TEMP and TES for projects and readiness goals
• Review requirements documents and support design reviews
• Support requirements development, traceability, and verification
• Build relationships with government and industry partners for testing
• Lead a training plan for the T&E team to adopt latest standards
• Promote modeling and simulation tools to optimize resources

Skills

Leadership

Test engineering

Project management

Requirement analysis

Team supervision

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s deg in engineering or related field

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

SharePoint

Microsoft 365

Job description

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success.Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, we have approximately 50,000 employees in more than 70 countries across all 7 continents.

Amentum is seeking an experienced candidate for a Test Engineer - Lead position in Springfield, VA. In this role, you will develop, administer, and supervise a comprehensive test and evaluation (T&E) program, leading a small team that is responsible for testing and evaluating various technical and non-technical capabilities in support of a Department of War (DoW) customer. This position works closely with engineers, developers, and government stakeholders to evaluate new technologies, perform laboratory and field testing, and support the implementation of innovative solutions. You will actively perform and supervise all aspects of Test Concept Development, including understanding the system, understanding the environment, scenario development, measures development, human factors, parallel activities, technical reviews, and post-approval activities. You will also serve as part of a deployable team to both CONUS and OCONUS locations to provide support for short duration operations and exercises, and to support the development, testing, and employment of new capabilities. The ideal candidate possesses excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, both written and verbal, and can manage multiple technical projects in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver detailed Test Plans, Evaluation Plans, Test Schedules, and Test Reports according to DoW standards and guidelines.
• Supervise daily activities of the T&E team and the development of all work products and contract deliverables.
• Lead the planning of and coordination of resources for test events, to include facilities, equipment, field locations/ranges, personnel, and other requirements.
• Apply Scientific Test and Analysis Techniques (STAT) to test systems effectively and efficiently for significant statistical results.
• Identify critical operational issues and develop test objectives to address effectiveness and suitability; determine Measures of Effectiveness and Measures of Performance.
• Develop, deliver, and maintain a Working-level Integrated Project Team (WIPT) Management Plan and guide the WIPT activities with milestones and decision points for project success.
• Develop, deliver, and maintain a Capstone Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP) as the overarching Test and Evaluation Strategy for the DoW customer, to include all processes, procedures, and report templates.
• Develop, deliver, and maintain a Test and Evaluation Strategy (TES) for each assigned project for testing to show operational readiness and suitability with planned test events and project decision points.
• Provide review and approval of requirements documents, specifications, test plans, and prior test results. Support Technical Exchange Meetings and provide input to project design reviews.
• Support the requirements development, traceability, and verification process.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with Government Agencies and commercial entities to enable better test and evaluation of relevant technologies and processes.
• Develop and supervise a T&E section training plan to attend conferences, seminars, and other professional development opportunities in order to implement the latest industry standards and best practices for related field of work.
• Be familiar with, recommend, and implement modeling and simulation tools and software to maximize efficient use of resources.

Minimum Requirements

• Must have an Active Top Secret US Government Clearance with SCI eligibility. Note: US Citizenship is required to maintain a Top Secret Clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, statistics or related field of study with a minimum of six (6) years of related experience; or eight (8) years of related experience in lieu of a degree and demonstrated ability to apply scientific and engineering principles.
• Experience in Operational Test and Evaluation (OT&E).
• Leadership and project management experience.
• Strong analytical skills and highly developed attention to detail.
• Excellent technical/analytical writing skills.
• Strong understanding and experience with Microsoft 365 products, especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Experience with MATLAB and other statistical and analytical software tools.
• Must be self‑motivated and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to effectively schedule, prioritize, and organize tasks working both independently and in a structured team environment.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Eight (8) or more years of related experience.
• Training, education, and experience meeting Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Test and Evaluation Level II.
• Military and operational deployment experience.
• SERE Level C training or equivalent.
• Strong experience with MATLAB, Simulink, and related toolboxes.
• Airborne Sensor Operator experience.

Other Requirements

• This is a non‑remote, full‑time onsite position located in Springfield, VA.
• This job is performed in office and field environments.
• Standard work schedule is 40 hours per week/8 hours per day with the occasional need to flex hours based on customer support needs.
• Some after‑hours or short‑term shift work may be required to support urgent customer needs, including weekends and holidays.
• Regular travel is required (up to 30%).
• Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time working in an office/lab environment, industrial space, or under various environmental conditions while conducting fieldwork.
• Must be able to lift various sizes of materials and equipment (up to 50lbs).
• Must be able to deploy for short durations (not to exceed 30 days) worldwide in potentially austere environments in support of operations, exercises, and test events.
• Must pass requisite physical examinations, comply with applicable theater entry requirements (TERs), and maintain deployability status, to include being able to fly on military and civilian aircraft.

Compensation Details

$125,000.00 - $155,000.00

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good‑faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax‑saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara‑O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting

08/03/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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