Test & Evaluation Analyst

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, SPA is known for continuous innovation for its government customers in the United States and abroad. The exceptionally talented team collaborates in spirit and practice, producing results that matter. Join a company committed to opportunity, unique challenges, and a clear‑sighted commitment to the mission. SPA’s Army Integrated Engineering Group (AIEG) brings more than 20 years of experience supporting the Department of Defense and U.S. Government, consistently setting the standard for excellence in the federal marketplace. Committed to advancing the mission of the U.S. Warfighter, AIEG leverages technological superiority to deliver innovative solutions across air, space, land, and sea domains. The team fosters a collaborative, dynamic work environment with competitive compensation and an industry‑leading 401k contribution. We have an open Aviation Test Engineer position to support all phases of aircraft testing, including planning, budget management, hardware/software integration, lab testing, flight testing, and status briefing. The Aviation Test Engineer will collaborate closely with the Customer, Test Lead, other Government Agencies, and Vendors to manage multiple test programs from conception and planning to execution and results reporting. Responsibilities Work type: On‑Site (Redstone Arsenal, AL) Your Day-to-day Work Will Include Testing program conception/design Scheduling development/management Performing budget development/management Stakeholder coordination/briefing Developing briefings and schedules to inform stakeholders Coordinating meetings Completing test site surveys Attending and overseeing test events Other duties as assigned Qualifications US Citizenship and an active SECRET security clearance Eligibility for a TOP SECRET clearance A bachelor’s degree in a STEM field A minimum of five years’ experience Experience with Army Manned and/or Unmanned Aviation platforms Experience supporting technical efforts for system/subsystem/component level projects regarding cost, schedule, and performance Experience developing and evaluating OEM proposals, including analyzing large amounts of technical data Experience coordinating with OEMs and other outside vendors on technical projects in execution, including managing and adjudicating issues Experience developing specialized technical documents and preparing briefings for senior leaders Experience coordinating and supporting test and demonstration activities Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proficiency using Microsoft Office products You Will Be Highly Desirable If You Have An active TOP SECRET clearance Experience providing SETA support to an Aviation Program Office Experience supporting Foreign Military Sales (FMS) cases Experience supporting Army Science and Technology (S&T) and/or DARPA programs Experience with autonomy concepts, technologies, and approaches for unmanned systems Experience with frequency spectrum requests Test range coordination and/or experience Knowledge about airworthiness qualification (FAA DO‑178C, AR 70‑62) Experience in facilitating and conducting demonstrations Travel This role includes 25% travel possibility. All employees may also be called upon to provide their knowledge and/or expertise to proposal efforts, including contract re‑competes. #J-18808-Ljbffr Systems Planning & Analysis