Test Manager

Applied Research Solutions; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Research Solutions is seeking a Test Manager in Bedford, MA to provide support to the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center. This full-time role includes planning and executing Test and Evaluation (T&E) activities for the AWACS program.

The ideal candidate must be a US citizen with a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in a professional engineering discipline and extensive experience in test management within a DoD setting. A Secret clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen.
• Must have and be able to maintain a Secret level Clearance.
• Experience developing and executing test plans, procedures, and reports.
• Experience supporting system verification, validation, and operational testing activities.
• Knowledge of DoD acquisition and Test & Evaluation processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• 8 years of directly related experience with 5 years in a DoD setting.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute Test and Evaluation (T&E) activities supporting Foreign Military Sales (FMS) AWACS programs.
• Develop test concepts, methodologies, strategies, and plans.
• Support Developmental Test & Evaluation (DT&E) and Operational Test & Evaluation (OT&E).
• Coordinate test activities among government organizations and contractors.
• Develop and maintain test schedules and track testing progress.
• Evaluate system performance and operational effectiveness through analysis of test data.

Skills

Test & Evaluation (T&E)

Developmental Test & Evaluation (DT&E)

Operational Test & Evaluation (OT&E)

Test Planning and Execution

Verification and Validation (V&V)

Requirements Verification

Test Documentation Development

Data Analysis and Reporting

System Integration Testing

Interoperability Testing

DoD Acquisition Processes

Integrated Product Teams (IPTs)

Configuration Management

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s Degree in a professional engineering discipline

Job description

Hanscom AFB, MA
200 Hanscom Dr
Bedford, MA 01730, USA

Applied Research Solutions is seeking a Test Manager to provide support to the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Special Operations Directorate (AFLCMC/HB). The Air Force Program Executive Office for Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Special Operations (PEO ISR SOF) manages the modernization, development, testing, production, fielding, and sustainment of over 200 programs supporting the United States Air Force and allied partners worldwide. This position supports the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Division and specifically the Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) program supporting the Royal Saudi Air Force.

As part of the International Airborne Battle Management Command and Control Division (AFLCMC/WIW), the selected candidate will provide Test and Evaluation (T&E) support to ensure system capabilities meet operational requirements while supporting acquisition, modernization, integration, and sustainment efforts. This effort will focus on the AWACS RSAF upgrade, known as the RAMP upgrade, a $1.3 Billion Dollar Aircraft Modification.

This is a full‑time position at Hanscom AFB, MA.

Responsibilities

The selected candidate will provide acquisition, engineering, logistics, cybersecurity, test, or program management support, as applicable to their assigned role, ensuring successful execution of FMS efforts while supporting cost, schedule, performance, and mission objectives for a key international partner.

• Plan, coordinate, and execute Test and Evaluation (T&E) activities supporting Foreign Military Sales (FMS) AWACS programs.
• Develop test concepts, methodologies, strategies, plans, procedures, and reports supporting system verification and validation activities.
• Support Developmental Test & Evaluation (DT&E), Operational Test & Evaluation (OT&E), and end‑user operational testing activities.
• Coordinate test activities among government organizations, contractors, operational users, and international stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain test schedules, track testing progress, and provide status updates to program leadership.
• Evaluate system performance, operational effectiveness, suitability, and mission readiness through analysis of test data and results.
• Support requirements verification and validation activities to ensure systems meet operational and technical objectives.
• Prepare technical documentation including test plans, test procedures, test reports, analyses, cost estimates, and engineering recommendations.
• Identify, assess, and document risks, deficiencies, and corrective actions resulting from test activities.
• Review and evaluate test results to ensure technical accuracy, completeness, and compliance with program requirements.
• Support system integration testing and interoperability assessments involving airborne command and control systems and associated mission systems.
• Participate in technical reviews, program management reviews, engineering working groups, and Integrated Product Teams (IPTs).
• Provide recommendations to program leadership regarding testing strategies, system performance, and program execution.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

Clearance: Must have and be able to maintain a Secret level Clearance

• Experience developing and executing test plans, procedures, and reports.
• Experience supporting system verification, validation, and operational testing activities.
• Knowledge of DoD acquisition and Test & Evaluation processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s or master’s Degree in a professional engineering discipline

Years of experience: 8 years of directly related experience with 5 years in a DoD setting

• Test Manager Course certification or course completion.
• Experience supporting Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs.
• Experience supporting airborne command and control, ISR, battle management, or mission systems programs.
• Experience supporting Air Force acquisition organizations.
• Experience working with operational users and international partners.
• Familiarity with AWACS (E‑3), airborne surveillance systems, or command and control platforms.

Technical Skills

• Test & Evaluation (T&E)
• Developmental Test & Evaluation (DT&E)
• Operational Test & Evaluation (OT&E)
• Test Planning and Execution
• Verification and Validation (V&V)
• Requirements Verification
• Test Documentation Development
• Data Analysis and Reporting
• System Integration Testing
• Interoperability Testing
• DoD Acquisition Processes
• Integrated Product Teams (IPTs)
• Configuration Management

The expected annual salary range: $120k – $130k. Salary is dependent upon the role and associated responsibilities, candidate’s experience, and qualifications to include education/training, and key skills.

All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60‑741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60‑300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.

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