Test Engineer, Level II

Federal Data Systems is looking for a Test Engineer to oversee internal quality control standards and the maintenance of reliability programs, document and analyzes test cases and provide regular progress reports, and ensure testing procedures are in compliance with any required standards. The Test Engineer (TE) Level 2 analyzes system requirements and concept of operations documents, acquisition plans, and system descriptions to develop evaluation and test plans and procedures, prepare for and conduct the data collection and analysis, and report status and results. Supports the development of Government test and evaluation documentation e.g., Test & Evaluation (T&E) Strategy, Test & Evaluation Master Plan, Event Test Plans, Test Readiness Assessments, and T&E Reports. Works with other test organizations to support T&E program integration. Provides specialized T&E capabilities tailored to system functions, level, maturity, and performance area as assigned in the SOW. Assists with any or all the TE Level 1 tasks as constrained by technical training and previous testing experience.  

• Analyze performance risk areas and assess operational environments and priorities to focus T&E planning; review planned acquisition approaches to support T&E schedule alignment with decision maker needs for T&E support. 
• Establish and employ Data & Configuration Management capabilities; select, coordinate, and calibrate Instrumentation, collection and data management tools, targets, & facilities. 
• Coordinate with program Systems Engineering (SE) and review T&E-related SE information to leverage functional analysis, system descriptions, parameter selection and dependencies, Modeling and Simulation, and initial performance risk assessments to inform evaluation planning. 
• Plan program and event level risk-tailored performance estimation and analysis of system and operational Effectiveness and Suitability metrics & conditions; levels of T&E include inspection, demonstration, paper analysis, survey, simulation, and physical test. 
• Participate in the T&E Working-level Integrated Product Team (WIPT) and/or Integrated Test Team for coordination of data collection and evaluation plans; assess operational and system performance requirements for testability and criticality to frame and prioritize T&E objectives and enable evaluation planning. 
• Produce Evaluation Plans (metric framework, scenarios/threads, timelines, requirements/T&E cross-walk), Analysis Plans, Data Requirements, Risk Assessments, Evaluation Reports, Status reports; provide input to Government T&E products (e.g., Technology Readiness Assessments, Test & Evaluation Strategy, Test & Evaluation Master Plan, T&E Plans & Procedures and Test Readiness Reports).  

• Due to the nature of this position and the information that employees will be required to access; U.S. Citizenship is required. 
• Bachelor’s degree in Math, Science, Engineering, Statistics, Engineering Management, or related discipline from an accredited college or university with five (5) years of experience as a TE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity is required.  
• Associate's degree with seven (7) years of experience.
• High School diploma with nine  (9) years of additional TE experience. 
• Required Security Clearance: TS/SCI with Poly.

Desired/Preferred Skills:

• Experience with Python, Scripting, hardware and software analysis tools.

Working Conditions: 

Work is typically based in a busy office environment and subject to frequent interruptions. Business work hours are normally set from Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm, however some extended or weekend hours may be required. Additional details on the precise hours will be informed to the candidate from the Program Manager/Hiring Manager. 

Physical Requirements: 

May be required to lift and carry items weighting up to 25 lbs. Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting, squatting, stretching, and bending throughout the workday. 

Background Screening/Check/Investigation: 

Successful Completion of a Background Screening/Check/Investigation will be required as a condition of hire. 

Benefits: 

Federal Data Systems, LLC offers competitive compensation, a flexible benefits package, career development opportunities that reflect its commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.  Benefits include, not all inclusive – Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance, Paid Time-Off & Company Paid Holidays, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities. 

Other: 

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. 

Federal Data Systems, LLC (FDS) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities based on race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. We strive to create a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work culture that values all.