Army Robotics Test & Evaluation Lead

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Job Title

Army Robotics Test & Evaluation Lead

Location

Maryland Aberdeen Torch Site - Aberdeen, MD 21001 US (Primary)

Job Description

Torch Technologies is looking a Systems Engineer to support the Army Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Office (RCCTO) Human Machine Integrated Formations (HMIF) Project Office (PO). The HMIF PO will collaboratively develop two complex HMIF formations, one integrated formation for an Armor BCT and one formation for an Infantry BCT within 27 months. This T&E Lead will plan and execute HMIF test and evaluation activities in coordination with the Army Evaluation Center. The successful candidate will lead and participate in system-level technical and operational testing the HMIF Armor BCT and Infantry BCT formations.

The T&E Lead is responsible for:

• Assisting in the development of testing tools and methodologies, and coordinate with the testing organizations throughout the T&E lifecycle, inclusive of data authentication groups.
• Developing Test Plans: Creating or reviewing comprehensive test plans that outline objectives, methods, resources, and schedules for evaluating the prototype.
• Designing Test Procedures: Establishing and reviewing detailed procedures for conducting tests, including defining test scenarios, conditions, and metrics for performance evaluation.
• Coordinating Testing Activities: Organizing and overseeing the execution of tests, ensuring all necessary resources, equipment, and personnel are available and properly coordinated.
• Data Collection and Analysis: Supervising the collection of test data, analyzing results, and ensuring data integrity and accuracy.
• Identifying Issues and Deficiencies: Detecting and documenting any problems, deficiencies, or areas for improvement in the prototype during testing.
• Reporting and Documentation: Preparing detailed reports and documentation of test results, providing clear and concise feedback to development teams and stakeholders.
• Compliance and Standards: Ensuring that all testing activities comply with relevant standards, regulations, and safety protocols.
• Risk Management: Identifying potential risks associated with the prototype and its testing, and developing mitigation strategies.
• Continuous Improvement: Implementing lessons learned from testing to improve future test plans, procedures, and prototype designs.
• Stakeholder Communication: Communicating test results, progress, and issues to stakeholders, including developers, project managers, and clients.
• Training and Mentorship: Providing guidance and training to team members on test and evaluation methodologies and best practices.
• Integration and Interoperability Testing: Ensuring the prototype integrates well with other systems and performs effectively in various operational environments.
• Field Testing: Overseeing field tests to evaluate the prototype's performance in real-world conditions, including its durability, reliability, and operational effectiveness.

Job Requirements

• 5+ year T&E experience that can be a combination of contractor assignments and applicable military experience
• BS in technical field. Additional years of experience can be considered for equivalency
• Progressively complex experience in the testing and integration of Human Machine Integrated systems, especially related to tactical systems.
• Expertise with developing and applying measures of performance and effectiveness.
• Familiarity with the use of databases and automated tools for evaluation, analytical, and verification support.
• Familiarity with T&E policies and procedures in support of DoD 5000 Acquisition.

Desired Qualifications:

• Hands-on integration and testing of vehicles, robotic systems, and C5ISR systems
• Excellent interpersonal skills, to including the ability to work on multi-functional teams

U.S. Citizenship Required for this Position:Yes

Job Type:Full time

Security Clearance:Secret

Schedule:40 hours per week

Work Location: Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland

Travel:20-30%

Relocation Assistance Available:No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract:No

Salary Range - MD:$100,000-$122,400

The salary range information is a general guideline only. Several factors can influence the salary for a position including but not limited to, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates,geographic location, business considerations, scope and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate's qualifications such as relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications.

Benefits:

Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation, 401(k) match and safe-harbor contribution, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts, EAP, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays.

Applying to Torch Technologies:

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.

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