Test Manager - Senior

Mtsi Va; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

MTSI is seeking a Senior Test Manager to support a USAF aircraft program at Wright-Patterson AFB, OH. You will plan, execute, and analyze test programs for critical systems, coordinating with USAF, DoD test organizations, and industry partners.

Responsibilities include end-to-end test program management, TEMP documentation, ITT collaboration, strategic test analysis, and resource scheduling to meet program objectives.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in T&E including 5 years in DoD
• Defense Acquisition T&E Level III Certification or equivalent
• Experience in SPO test management, Test program sets, Test execution with test organizations, Test resourcing and/or policy at Major Command or Air Staff levels

Responsibilities

• End-to-End Test Program Management: design, plan, execute, analyze, and report for aeronautical systems and subsystems.
• Development and Review of T&E Documentation: TEMP and other critical test docs to guide the program.
• Stakeholder Collaboration and Support: interface with Combined Test Force, Office of the Secretary of War, and operational testers.
• Strategic Analysis and Recommendations: assess test strategies, requirements, objectives; propose alternatives to government.
• Test Resource Management: help determine availability and scheduling of major DoD test resources and facilities

Skills

Test Program Mgmt

DoD Experience

T&E Certification

Stakeholder collab

Resource Scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

The Senior Test Manager will support a major USAF aircraft program, you will be responsible for the planning, execution, and analysis of test programs for the aircraft's critical systems and subsystems. You will interact with the USAF program office, DoD test organizations, and industry contractors. Your work will directly contribute to the combat readiness of this vital national security asset, guaranteeing it remains an effective strategic deterrent for the 21st century. This position will be located at WPAFB, OH.

You’ll be a great fit for this role if:

• You have a passion for aerospace, defense, and space systems and advanced technologies.
• You understand the urgent need to modernize our defense systems and give our troops the best possible tools.
• Paying attention to detail and providing excellent customer service in a professional environment is a skill you excel at.
• You are passionate about continuous learning and growth, and you seek opportunities to challenge yourself.
• You are driven to make a meaningful impact through your work.

Responsibilities

Your essential job functions will include but may not be limited to:

• End-to-End Test Program Management: Assisting in all phases of the Test & Evaluation (T&E) process, including the design, planning, execution, analysis, and reporting for the aeronautical systems and subsystems.
• Development and Review of T&E Documentation: Preparing, maintaining, and reviewing the full range of critical test documentation, most notably the Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP), to ensure compliance and guide the program.
• Stakeholder Collaboration and Support: Supporting all aspects of Integrated Test Team (ITT) activities, which involves extensive interaction with various test organizations such as the Combined Test Force, the Office of the Secretary of War, and operational testers.
• Strategic Analysis and Recommendations: Assessing test strategies, requirements, and objectives to identify and resolve issues that impact the weapon system's performance, safety, interoperability, or capability, and recommending alternative approaches to the government.
• Test Resource Management: Assisting the government in determining the availability of major DoD test resources and facilities and then scheduling those resources to support the program's objectives.

Qualifications Required

• 10 years of experience in T&E including experience in managing weapon system platforms with at least 5 years of experience in DoD
• Defense Acquisition T&E Level III Certification or equivalent proficiency
• Experience in SPO test management, Test program sets, Test execution with test organizations, Test resourcing and/or policy at Major Command or Air Staff levels

Education

• Bachelor's degree with 18 years of experience or Master's degree with 10 years of experience

Clearance Requirements

• Must possess an active DoD Top Secret (TS) security clearance (with SCI and SAP eligibility) #LI-DB1 #mtsi-jobs