Job Requirements
Bedford, MA
Secret Polygraph Unspecified
Career Level not specified
$130,000 - $145,000
Job Description
Applied Research Solutions has an exciting new opportunity for a Senior Test Manager to support the AFLCMC/HBG group. The C2ISR Division is responsible for a diverse portfolio that provides "cradle-to grave" support for the U-2 aircraft, E-8C Joint Surveillance Target Attack Radar System (JSTARS) aircraft, Air Force Distributed Common Ground System (AF DCGS), the Integrated Broadcast Service (IBS) system and other C2ISR programs as they transition to sustainment.
The C2ISR Division provides worldwide life cycle support across the spectrum of the C2ISR capabilities-based enterprise, including supply, distribution, materiel management, acquisition, system engineering and maintenance, financial planning and budgeting, security, flight test, and contracting functions. The Global Network Systems (GNS) Branch (AFLCMC/ HBGW), located at Hanscom AFB, MA, is one of the numerous branches within the C2ISR Division and reports directly to the C2ISR/HBG Senior Materiel Leader. EPASS support is required to execute the major GNS programs in support of the C2ISR Division, to include AF DCGS Network Infrastructure Transformation (NIT), Extended Tether Program (ETP), and Global Command and Control System – Air Force Infrastructure (GCCS-AF (I)).
The candidate will provide Systems Engineering assistance that applies a broad theoretical and practical knowledge of system engineering to the acquisition process. The candidate will also provide engineering support in the design, operation, and sustainment of systems and components that cover tasks throughout the acquisition life cycle (requirements analysis through system disposal).
This is a full-time position located at Hanscom Air Force Base, MA
Why work with us?
Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support.Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career- driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the-art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers.
Responsibilities:
This role will provide Test Manager support for test planning, validation, and verification activities. The position ensures compliance with DoD, Air Force, HB, and AFLCMC test plans, policies, instructions, and procedures while supporting test execution across varying program phases, including development and sustainment cycles.
This role will also support test reporting through documentation of test events and conduct technical reviews of engineering documentation to ensure system performance and requirements are validated.
Duties include but not limited to:
Test Planning & Documentation
Test Execution & Monitoring
Technical Review & Analysis
Training & Knowledge Transfer
Qualifications:
Citizenship: Must be a US Citizen
Minimum Required Qualifications:
Clearance: Active Top-Secret clearance
Education:Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Engineering Management, Electrical Engineering (RF), or a related discipline
Years of Experience: 8 years of experience, 5 of which must be in the DoD
The expected annual salary range is $130k - $145k. Salary is dependent upon the role and associated responsibilities, candidates experience and qualifications to include education, training and key skills.
All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability, and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.
The C2ISR Division provides worldwide life cycle support across the spectrum of the C2ISR capabilities-based enterprise, including supply, distribution, materiel management, acquisition, system engineering and maintenance, financial planning and budgeting, security, flight test, and contracting functions. The Global Network Systems (GNS) Branch (AFLCMC/ HBGW), located at Hanscom AFB, MA, is one of the numerous branches within the C2ISR Division and reports directly to the C2ISR/HBG Senior Materiel Leader. EPASS support is required to execute the major GNS programs in support of the C2ISR Division, to include AF DCGS Network Infrastructure Transformation (NIT), Extended Tether Program (ETP), and Global Command and Control System – Air Force Infrastructure (GCCS-AF (I)).
The candidate will provide Systems Engineering assistance that applies a broad theoretical and practical knowledge of system engineering to the acquisition process. The candidate will also provide engineering support in the design, operation, and sustainment of systems and components that cover tasks throughout the acquisition life cycle (requirements analysis through system disposal).
This is a full-time position located at Hanscom Air Force Base, MA
Why work with us?
Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support.Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career- driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the-art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers.
Responsibilities:
This role will provide Test Manager support for test planning, validation, and verification activities. The position ensures compliance with DoD, Air Force, HB, and AFLCMC test plans, policies, instructions, and procedures while supporting test execution across varying program phases, including development and sustainment cycles.
This role will also support test reporting through documentation of test events and conduct technical reviews of engineering documentation to ensure system performance and requirements are validated.
Duties include but not limited to:
Test Planning & Documentation
- Prepare test plans and procedures supporting program test activities.
- Develop Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMPs).
- Prepare and review test analyses and reports.
- Develop Test & Evaluation (T&E) segments of acquisition documentation.
Test Execution & Monitoring
- Monitor and support execution of test events.
- Support certification testing activities, including Joint Interoperability Test Center testing.
- Support training required to execute test activities.
- Support execution of test cases, evaluations, and demonstrations.
- Support collection of test data during developmental and operational test events.
Technical Review & Analysis
- Review and analyze design documentation, including engineering drawings and specifications.
- Review and analyze engineering performance and technical analysis reports.
- Review and analyze measures of effectiveness and measures of suitability.
- Review and analyze engineering performance predictions.
- Review and analyze trade-off studies.
- Support Functional and Physical Configuration Audits (FCA/PCA).
Training & Knowledge Transfer
- Teach test engineering and test management courses as required.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Citizenship: Must be a US Citizen
Minimum Required Qualifications:
Clearance: Active Top-Secret clearance
Education:Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Engineering Management, Electrical Engineering (RF), or a related discipline
Years of Experience: 8 years of experience, 5 of which must be in the DoD
The expected annual salary range is $130k - $145k. Salary is dependent upon the role and associated responsibilities, candidates experience and qualifications to include education, training and key skills.
All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability, and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.
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