Air Operations Command And Control Test Engineer - Mid-Level - Tgaa

Air Operations Command and Control (C2) Test Engineer - Mid Level - TGAA

Be the Difference

Astrion offers comprehensive services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success across various domains, from Cyber to Digital, Mission and Systems, servicing our nation's Civilian, Defense and Space communities. We support customers with Centers of Excellence in Washington DC, Huntsville, AL and Burlington, MA with an additional 36 locations across the U.S.

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for Air Operations Command and Control (C2) Test Engineersupporting the Astrion Air Force Division, on the Kessel Run (KR) Block 20 program located at the 96 Cyberspace Test Group (96 CTG), 45 Test Squadron, Air Ops Command and Control (C2) Test Flight at Eglin AFB, FL. Kessel Run is the digital transformation of various programs of record. Specifically, KR rapidly delivers capabilities through Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) process and 45 TS tests the resultant capabilities on a continuous basis. This position supports the digital transformation of the Air Operation Center (AOC) Weapon System (WS) Block 10 Modernization Program through testing Airspace applications.

JOB DETAILS

LOCATION: Eglin AFB, FL     

JOB STATUS: Full Time

TRAVEL: 0-10% CONUS / OCONUS

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Bachelor's degree in a technical domain, or additional years of qualifying experience
• A minimum of 3-10 years of work experience, or additional years' experience for degree substitution
• Must be able to obtain an active Secret security clearance for consideration (U.S. Citizenship Required)
• Relevant experience in one of the following: operational aviation assignment, combat plans assignment in the areas related to: AOC WS operations as outlined in Air Force Instruction 13-1 AOC, Volume 3 or other operational force level planning assignment
• Prior experience or knowledge on AOC Weapon System applications operations with the competency to learn other C2 systems
• Experience executing or modifying air tasking order (ATO)
• Demonstrated effective work on a team and lead/direct the work of others
• Proficiency in the use and integration of MS Office applications

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Understanding of developmental test and evaluation processes, specifically - acquisition program development and detailed knowledge of Air Force C2 test methodologies including AFI 99-103. Familiarity with Design of Experiments
• AGILE Software Development testing. AGILE test design, execution and reporting as part of DevOps and continuous testing
• Ability to interface with prime contractors developing the system under test (SUT) regarding test objectives, schedules, budgets, and methods of test
• Experience with networked datalink interoperability concepts and procedures
• Familiarity with C2 modeling and simulation

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide technical leadership and frequently advises on applications related to Kessel Run AOC WS Block 20, AOC 10.1, as well as other C2 systems
• Monitor execution of detailed execution plans for air, space, and cyberspace operations
• Determine the optimal combination of target, platform, weapon, and timing for dynamic missions included in the ATO
• Modify and disseminate an operationally and tactically sound ATO
• Conduct and manage testing of legacy AOC WS 10.1 applications such as Global Positioning System (GPS) Interference and Navigation Tool (GIANT), Joint Automated Deep Operations Coordination System (JADOCS), Theater Battle Management Core System (TBMCS), etc..., in a cloud-based environment supporting the Kessel Run APPTX portfolio
• Conduct data analysis and apply knowledge of engineering technology. These tasks include test and evaluation, test support, logistics, sustainment, operations analyses, technical studies, and various analyses and support activities including program/system security
• Assist in the development of test objectives/criteria, performance measures, test phase entry/exit criteria, analysis of design constraints, functional capabilities, and metrics
• Support and/or lead Developmental Test and Evaluation (DT&E), Operational Test (OT), Force Development Evaluation (FDE), Risk Reduction Testing (RRT) and certification for test readiness. Identify deficiencies, verify compliance with specifications and standards, and assess stability of various system configurations
• Support senior engineers when interacting with System Program Offices, other military services, and development contractors
• Prepare, execute, review, and analyze test plans, procedures, metrics, and reports throughout the software development life cycle
• Coordinate schedules, pre-and post-test activities, logistics of test planning, and test results

What We Offer

Competitive salaries

Continuing education assistance

Professional development allotment

Multiple healthcare benefits packages

401K with employer matching

Paid time off (PTO) along with a federally recognized holiday schedule

Who We Are

At Astrion, we innovate, elevate, and shape the world of tomorrow. At our core is our purpose to "Be the Difference". This means we encourage our employees to take action and be the driving force for positive change. We foster an environment where innovative solutions flourish and our company continuously evolves.

We have a culture of care, empathy, and making a tangible difference within our organization and communities. We embrace continuous learning, growth, and innovation, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. We promote collaboration and empowering our teams is at the core of our success.

Join Astrion and Be the Difference in your career and the world!

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