Test and Evaluation Manager

To apply for this position, please send your resume to careers@bdcng.com and reference the position number listed below in the subject line.

Position Number: 008

Title: Test and Evaluation (T&E) Manager

Position Description: Support the test and evaluation of DHS technologies by providing senior level Test and Evaluation (T&E) consultative support to DHS program offices and the Independent Test Agent (ITA). Lead development of T&E strategy and master schedules, develop and present T&E Strategy (TES) briefings, develop the Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP), Evaluation Framework (EF) and support all other aspects associated with the comprehensive T&E of major acquisition programs.

Candidate will be responsible for advising program offices on all matters related to T&E and leading the T&E Integrated Product Team (IPT). Candidate will be responsible for working with test teams to ensure they are conducting their activities in alignment with test strategies. Candidate will interface regularly with government customers and should have excellent interpersonal and written skills.  Additional duties listed below:

Required:

  • Masters or Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Operations Research, Math, or Related Field
  • 8 years of relevant experience
  • Proficient in DHS and/or DoD acquisition and T&E policy.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong leadership and facilitation skills
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite
  • Experience with writing technical reports and briefings for senior executives

Desired:

  • Demonstrated skills and abilities within T&E such as attained by T&E Level II training (DHS or DoD)
  • Test and Evaluation/Acquisition proficiency/working knowledge
  • Microsoft Project proficiency
  • Current DHS Suitability

Location: Northern Virginia/Telecommuting

Travel: Up to 10% travel may be required

Clearance: Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance and obtain Department of Homeland Security (and/or component) vetting/suitability.

Black Diamond Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer.