Test & Evaluation Specialist III

Agile Defense; Fort Huachuca (AZ); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Agile Defense, Inc. is seeking experienced Test & Evaluation Specialists to support national-level defense programs at Fort Huachuca, AZ.

You will design, develop, and execute T&E strategies for IT and NSS systems, ensuring performance and security under contested environments. Ideal candidates have strong analytical and writing skills to produce plans, briefs, and reports, with a TS/SCI clearance and the ability to obtain a polygraph.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a relevant technical field with extensive experience.
• Must hold an IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+ or equivalent per DoW 8140.01).
• Top Secret/SCI clearance required and ability to pass a polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and document T&E strategies and frameworks.
• Create Test Plans, scenarios, and scripts addressing specifications.
• Author briefs like TCB and OTRR for project milestones.
• Define COIs, MOEs, and MOPs to guide evaluations.
• Lead developmental, interoperability, and standards conformance tests.
• Execute tests using manual methods and automated tools.
• Analyze data and present findings to stakeholders at all levels.
• Draft MSRs and meeting minutes; coordinate teleconferences.
• Senior roles may lead teams and manage test assets.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Analytical skills

Technical writing

Requirements analysis

KMI / Cryptographic devices

COMSEC

MS Office / databases

ISR systems knowledge

Test & Evaluation

Education

Master’s degree

Bachelor’s degree +6 years experience

10 years relevant experience

Tools

KMI tools

Cryptographic devices

COMSEC

Job description

Requisition #: 1842

Job Title

Test & Evaluation Specialist III

Location

Fort Huachuca, AZ

Clearance Level

Top Secret with the ability to obtain an SCI, Must Have Clearance to Start

Required Certification(s)

Must hold an IAT Level II certification, such as CompTIA Security+, or equivalent certifications required by DoW 8140.01 (e.g., CCNA, CISSP, RHCS).

Job Description

Seeking highly skilled and innovative Test & Evaluation (T&E) Specialists to support critical national-level defense programs. The ideal candidates will have a strong background in performing analytical work and conducting developmental and operational testing of Information Technology (IT) and National Security Systems (NSS). This role is pivotal in evaluating the operational effectiveness, suitability, and survivability of systems, including military intelligence, ISR platforms, and Key Management Infrastructure (KMI). You will ensure systems meet stringent requirements and are resilient and effective in contested environments. Candidate must maintain a Top Secret with an ability to obtain an SCI clearance and pass a polygraph.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and document overall program T&E strategies
• Develop and update core T&E frameworks, including the Analysis Structure, Data Source Matrix, and the Evaluation Framework
• Create comprehensive T&E documentation, including Test Plans, operations-based testing scenarios, and scripts to address all specifications and requirements
• Author key strategic briefings, such as the Test Concept Brief (TCB) and Operational Test Readiness Review (OTRR)
• Define and refine Critical Operational Issues (COIs), Measures of Effectiveness (MOE), and Measures of Performance (MOPs) to ensure thorough evaluation.
• Solicit system requirements and associated operational environments to produce an evaluation approach that supports T&E objectives
• Conduct and oversee developmental, operational, interoperability, and standards conformance test events
• Execute test procedures using a combination of manual methods and automated test tools
• Collect, record, manage, and analyze test data to determine the operational impact of findings and ensure KPPs are covered
• Prepare and present T&E plans and reports in accordance with organizational and DoW standards
• Translate complex data and test results into evaluative conclusions and recommendations for stakeholders at all levels
• Lead and participate in teleconferences, meetings, and working groups
• Provide administrative support, including drafting Monthly Status Reports (MSRs) and detailed meeting minutes
• For senior roles, lead and direct the work of others, manage test assets and resources, and provide consultation on complex projects

Education and Background

• Master’s degree; OR Bachelor’s degree with at least 6 years of experience; OR 10 years of relevant experience. The degree must be in a relevant technical curriculum, and experience must be related to the job duties
• Must hold an IAT Level II certification, such as CompTIA Security +, or equivalent certifications required by DoW 8140.01 (e.g., CCNA, CISSP, RHCS)
• Due to the mission-critical nature of this role, candidates must have and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance and be able to pass a polygraph. This is non-negotiable

Years of Experience

Bachelor’s degree with at least 6 years of experience; OR 10 years of relevant experience.

Required Skills

• Excellent communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills. Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment under pressure
• Strong capability in technical writing and standardized requirements analysis
• Solid understanding of common T&E processes, from identifying requirements and developing an evaluation approach to collecting data, analyzing it, and reporting on findings
• Hands-on experience with Key Management Infrastructure (KMI), cryptographic devices, and Communications Security (COMSEC)
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite and databases
• Expertise in concepts, practices, and procedures related to military intelligence and ISR systems
• Ability to review and analyze system operations, blueprints, schematics, and technical specifications

Other Requirements

• Must be able to pass and maintain a polygraph and clearance level requirements
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities
• Commitment to maintaining security, compliance, and operational excellence

Preferred Skills

• Experience working in government or test lab environments
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and analytical skills
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to handle stress and work well under pressure

Working Conditions

• Location: Contractor onsite with the up to 40% travel CONUS
• Environment: General office environment. Work is primarily sedentary but may require standing and walking up to 10% of the time. Standard office equipment is available
• Physical Demands: Medium strength demands, with a maximum lift of 50 lbs. and frequent lifting/carrying of up to 25 lbs
• Physical Requirements: May involve standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, and use of hands/fingers. Occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling may be required

Our Core Values

• Happy - Be Infectious.
• Helpful - Be Supportive.
• Honest - Be Trustworthy.
• Humble - Be Grounded.
• Hungry - Be Eager.
• Hustle - Be Driven.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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