1617 - Test and Evaluation Specialist

Overview Sigma Defense is currently seeking a Test and Evaluation Specialist to provide technical and analytic support to the U.S. Navy's Operational Test and Evaluation Force (OPTEVFOR). This role is critical in the planning, execution, analysis, and reporting of Operational Test and Evaluation (OT&E) of U.S. Navy combat systems. Equal Opportunity Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled: Sigma Defense Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Responsibilities Develop and execute comprehensive OT&E programs for USN and Joint systems. Conduct Integrated Evaluation Framework and T&E Master Plan development, test planning, test execution, data analysis, and test reporting. Support cross-functional teams through complex operational testing cycles. Interface with Navy leadership and program stakeholders on test plans and results. Conduct accreditation processes for modeling and simulation efforts supporting developmental/operational testing. Ensure compliance with DoD 5000 series and Navy acquisition instructions. Qualifications 4+ years of military T&E experience. 5+ years Information Warfare mission execution (2+ years at senior enlisted/DH level). Weapons and Tactics Instructor or equivalent warfare qualification. Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Foundational T&E Certification. Current Navy, Marine Corps, or Air Force operations knowledge. Strong leadership skills with the ability to drive projects to successful completion. Effective communication skills to convey analysis results and recommendations to senior leadership. Proficiency in technical writing and reporting. Strong knowledge of analysis methodologies applied to complex systems evaluation. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint). Must be a U.S. citizen. Education Requirements Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in an Engineering or related field of study. Equivalent operational/T&E experience may be recognized in lieu of a degree. Personnel Clearance Candidate must possess or have the ability to obtain an active Secret security clearance or higher. Clearance may be sponsored for the right candidate. Essential Job Duties (not all-inclusive) Develop and execute comprehensive OT&E programs for USN and Joint systems. Conduct Integrated Evaluation Framework and T&E Master Plan development, test planning, test execution, data analysis, and test reporting. Support cross-functional teams through complex operational testing cycles. Interface with Navy leadership and program stakeholders on test plans and results. Conduct accreditation process for modeling and simulation efforts supporting developmental/operational testing. Ensure compliance with DoD 5000 series and Navy acquisition instructions. Salary Salary Range: $82,000 - $125,000 annually. Benefits Dental and Vision Insurance Medical Insurance to Include HSA, FSA, and DFSA Plans Life and AD&D coverage Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions 160 Hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) 12 (Floating) Holidays Educational Assistance Highly Competitive Salary #J-18808-Ljbffr