Operational Test & Systems Integration Project Manager

Operational Test & Systems Integration Project Manager University of Texas at Austin – Applied Research Laboratories – Austin, Full‑time, 40 weekly hours, Exempt, Immediate start, Location: PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS. Position Details Purpose: The Project Manager serves as a senior execution‑focused contributor supporting Army Air and Missile Defense (AMD) simulation, instrumentation, and operational test activities for the Signal and Information Sciences Laboratory at Applied Research Laboratories. Responsibilities Provide senior subject matter expertise on Army Air and Missile Defense systems, including operational employment, system interactions, and observed limitations in both test and fielded environments. Serve as an operationally credible representative of the team’s capabilities when interacting with sponsors, test agencies, and user organizations. Translate operational test objectives, system employment concepts, and sponsor needs into requirements for instrumentation, data collection, simulation configuration, and test execution support. Install, configure, operate, and evaluate existing simulation and instrumentation software and supporting systems used in Army AMD test and evaluation activities. Plan, execute, and evaluate system‑level testing of instrumentation and simulation capabilities in support of Army operational test events. Diagnose, analyze, and document system behavior, deficiencies, and integration issues across complex, interconnected systems. Support government software accreditation, test documentation, and related product documentation activities, ensuring accuracy, traceability, and alignment with operational realities. Provide direct support and training to users of instrumentation and simulation systems, including coordination with operators, testers, and technical staff before, during, and after test events. Support engagement with government sponsors, test agencies, and user organizations by helping articulate the operational relevance, limitations, and value of laboratory‑developed capabilities. Provide informed input to demonstrations, briefings, and technical exchanges, ensuring alignment between operational needs and engineering outcomes. Other related functions as assigned. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field, military leadership, program management, or acquisition management. Ten years of experience configuring, operating, supporting, or training on Army Air and Missile Defense systems. Direct experience with the Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS) and at least two major Army AMD weapon, sensor, or fire control systems (e.g., Patriot, Sentinel, LTAMDS, IFPC). Demonstrated experience with Army AMD tactics, techniques, and procedures, including coordination with Joint or multiservice organizations. Direct experience supporting or executing Army operational test activities for AMD systems. Proven ability to understand how complex systems are actually used by operators, based on documentation, direct interaction with subject matter experts, and observation of live or simulated system operation. Demonstrated ability to diagnose, analyze, and correct faulty or unexpected behavior in complex, integrated systems. Preferred Qualifications Advanced degree in a STEM field or in military leadership, program management, or acquisition management. Experience serving as an Operational Test Officer or in a comparable role supporting Army or DoD acquisition programs. Experience with Army AMD command‑and‑control, weapon, and sensor systems beyond those listed in the required qualifications. Experience with Joint or multi‑service AMD command‑and‑control, weapon, or sensor systems.Experience interfacing with Army test agencies or DoD evaluation organizations during the planning or execution of operational tests.Familiarity with Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes and DoD 8570.1M IAT Level I certification.Cumulative GPA of 3.0 with at least a 3.2 in relevant coursework. Salary Range $100,000 – $140,000+ / negotiable depending on qualifications. Benefits 100% employer‑paid basic medical coverage Retirement contributions Paid vacation and sick time Paid holidays Working Conditions Standard office conditions Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation Use of manual dexterity Some weekend, evening and holiday work Possible interstate/intrastate travel The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions. #J-18808-Ljbffr SupportFinity™