Test & Evaluation Analyst

Systems Planning & Analysis; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plans

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Job summary

A technical solutions provider in Washington, DC is seeking a Senior Test & Evaluation Analyst to support NAVSEA. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in an Engineering field and at least seven years of experience in Test & Evaluation for Surface Navy weapons systems. Responsibilities include planning and reviewing test programs, analyzing testing requirements, and supporting test events. A competitive salary range of $130k-160k is offered, alongside a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement savings plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum seven years of experience in complex Test & Evaluation activities for engineering systems.
• Experience with feasibility studies, resolving Test & Evaluation issues, and reviewing documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support NAVSEA with Test & Evaluation for weapon systems.
• Develop, field, and sustain operationally superior combat systems and analyses.
• Draft and review test program plans and documentation.

Skills

Test & Evaluation activities

Engineering analysis

Feasibility studies

Problem resolution

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field

Master's degree in Engineering or related technical field

Job description

Overview

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. Objective. Responsive. Trusted.

Comprising over 125 personnel, the Integrated Warfare Systems Group (IWSG) delivers expertise in program and project management, acquisition and contracting, systems and digital engineering, software development, test and evaluation, sustainment and life cycle management, cybersecurity, international/Foreign Military Sales, strategic communications, and IT services. These capabilities support more than 100 Above Water Sensor, Undersea, and Combat System programs and projects within the Navy’s Program Executive Office for Integrated Warfare Systems (PEO IWS), as well as clients in PEO Ships, the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD), and the Office of Naval Research (ONR).

Responsibilities

We are seeking a Senior Test & Evaluation Analyst to support NAVSEA from SPA's office in Washington, DC. The successful candidate will support NAVSEA and will be responsible for developing, fielding, and sustaining operationally superior weapon systems / combat systems and performing the full spectrum of Test & Evaluation, including drafting and reviewing test program planning and documentation, analyzing testing requirements, supporting land‑based and flight test events, and supporting test failure investigations. Position responsibilities include provision of effective Test & Evaluation for Surface Navy weapons systems in the areas of Air Defense, Missile Defense, and Anti‑Surface Warfare including, but not limited to, Standard Missile (SM) variants, Surface Missile Systems, and Vertical Launch System (VLS) across multiple ship classes.

At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain the top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility facts such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Salary Range: $130k-160k

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an Engineering or related technical field
• At least seven (7) years of experience in conducting detailed, complex Test & Evaluation activities associated with engineering systems, capabilities, and activities for Surface Navy Weapons Systems
• Demonstrated experience with feasibility studies and resolution of weapon system Test & Evaluation issues; condcut of weapon system Test & Evaluation for weapon certification; and review of weapon system acquisition documentation packages and test plans.
• Active DoD TOP SECRET clearance, and the ability to maintain it throughout employment

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in an Engineering or related technical field
• Demonstrated experience with Foreign Military Sales (FMS)
• Demonstrated experience providing technical support for Naval Science & Technology (S&T) and/or Future Naval Capabilities (FNC) programs