Job Summary:

The Test and Evaluation Engineer works with our team to supporting the United States Space Force Space Training and Readiness Command (STARCOM) Test and Evaluation Squadrons (TES) at Schriever SFB in Colorado Springs, CO.Applicants should have experience in acquisition lifecycle and multiple phases of the test and evaluation process. Strong applicants will have experience with contractor or developmental testing, operational testing, and live-fire testing, particularly testing of space systems, and the role of modeling and simulation (M&S) and hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) in a test campaign. Experience in evaluating both small subsystems' test results and major system program results is highly desired. In addition, applicants should have familiarity with major DoD acquisition programs as part of the Space Force acquisition process. Successful applicants should be adept at breaking complex systems into functional elements and determining test objectives applicable to each. Test Engineers/Operations Analysts must have the ability to self-teach to stay current with the best T&E and M&S tools and techniques for evaluating capabilities. Additionally, they must understand the advantages and limitations of differing techniques for solving a particular problem.

Key Responsibilities:

• • Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of space systems tests & experiments
  • Design, develop, and execute advanced test/experimentation programs and processes to conduct assessment of space systems
  • Apply optimal scientific and statistical tools such as design of experiments to increase test efficiency and produce actionable test results
  • Create/review test engineering documentation to include test plans, Test Information Sheets, Safety Packages, Data Analysis. Management Plans, Technical and Safety Review Board Briefs, Test Readiness Briefs, Test Cards, and Test/Analysis Reports as required
  • Perform analysis on pre-test predictions, including those obtained through M&S and HWIL, to design test events and profiles, define data collection requirements, and develop go/no-go criteria to meet test objectives
  • Work with programs to perform reviews of systems, sub-systems, and components to ensure the data management and analysis plan (DMAP) provides proper data collection for real-time and post-mission data processing, evaluation, and analysis to meet test/experimentation objectives
  • Set up data analysis requests, process data, perform data quality control review and anomaly resolution, and analyze data as per the data analysis plan
  • Execute simulations to predict or evaluate system effectiveness or suitability under relevant operational conditions and scenarios
  • Monitor the gathering of M&S data and guide test result evaluation to determine if system configurations and architecture meet customer specifications and performance expectations
  • Create Test Reports/Presentations of complex data sets
  • Create/enhance data analysis tools
    
    

Qualifications:

• Education:Bachelor’s degree in in Operations Research, Engineering, Math, Probability, Statistics or Science or a related field or equivalent combination of experience in lieu of degree.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in Systems &/or Test Engineering experience with space, ground, operations, and sustainment segments of DoD
• Clearance Requirement: Active TS/SCI (with Special Access Program (SAP) eligibility)
• Minimum Skills Required:
  • Working understanding of test and evaluation principles across the program lifecycle, including how developmental, operational, and integrated testing differ in purpose and execution 
  • Demonstrated exposure to a mix of test environments
  • Proficiency in test automation tools and scripting languages (e.g., Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW).
  • Understanding of software-hardware interactions and embedded systems testing.
  • Ability to analyze and interpret large, complex test data, diagnose failures, and provide corrective actions.
  • At least one area of applied technical experience relevant to space systems (e.g., RF/EO/IR sensing, spacecraft GNC, data communications, system architecture, battle management, cyber), with openness to expanding into related disciplines over time
  • Collaborative, team-first approach to engineering and analysis work; experience in fast-paced, evolving, AGILE environments
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation and team collaboration.
• Preferred Skills:
  • Background as a Space Weapons Officer (W13S/13S) or comparable specialized space T&E training (e.g., USAFTPS Space Test Course), with working knowledge of joint operations and offensive/defensive space tactics
  • DAWIA/ADPD Test and Evaluation Level 3 certification 
  • Working knowledge of orbital mechanics, astrodynamics, and broader space operations concepts such as orbital warfare 
  • Strong quantitative skills; able to apply statistical methods to large, complex datasets and translate findings into actionable insight

Work environment/Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in a lab, manufacturing, or field testing environment with occasional exposure to industrial settings.
• May require lifting up to 25 pounds and working with test equipment.
• Travel may be required for on-site testing, field support, or customer demonstrations.

Work Schedule:

This is a full-time position, typically working 40 hours per week. Overtime may be required depending on operational needs.