Test and Evaluation Manager, Senior

Diaconia is looking for a talented Test and Evaluation Manager Senior to join our Amazing team!

If you're looking to join a company that truly appreciates you and your talents, look no further! At Diaconia, we are committed to serving and caring for our colleagues, our clients and our community. Our team is made up of talented individuals who appreciate having the opportunity to contribute their knowledge and experience to further the growth and development of our industry. Our ideal candidates embrace diverse thinking, enjoy partnering with others and are seeking to make a difference!

We are currently searching for a new, full-time member for our team for the position of:

Test and Evaluation Manager, Senior

Job Description:

• Apply knowledge of DoD test and evaluation processes to assist in the designing, planning, execution, analysis and reporting phases of test and evaluation programs (including any applicable FAA certifications and procedures) to assess the performance of aeronautical systems, subsystems, and equipment, as they progress through the various acquisition phases and milestones.
• Review/develop/update applicable program documentation for Test and Evaluation (T&E) management-relevant requirements across the full spectrum of actions required to award weapon system-related contracts to including but not limited to pre-award documentation, development of evaluation criteria, evaluation of contractor proposals, and post-award documentation actions
• Evaluate the levels of effort, resources, and integration required to develop executable T&E programs and execute the T&E plan
• Perform research activities to define minimum test requirements, definition of task scope, and selection of alternatives
• Prepare, maintain, update, and review the full range of test plans and test-related documentation including but not limited to T&E strategies, test reports, requirements and objectives, for adequacy, specification/performance requirement compliance, conformity with mandatory guidance, and provide recommendations as necessary for improvement
• Recommend and assess test data requirements necessary to meet program test objectives within program cost and schedule constraints

Disclaimer "The responsibilities and duties outlined in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this role. However, they are not exhaustive and may be subject to change or modification at any time to meet the evolving needs of the organization.

Required Qualifications

• MA/MS degree, and twelve (12) years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, five (5) years of which must be in the DoD -OR-
• BA/BS degree, and fifteen (15) years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, five (5) of which must be in the DoD -OR-
• HSD/GED, twenty (20) years of directly related experience, eight (8) of which must be in the DoD.

• Demonstrated experience with test and evaluation plans
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Active Secret Clearance required
• MUST be willing to consent to personal, employment, clearance and education verification. No Exceptions!

"Preference may be given if you live in a Hubzone Area (go to http://map.sba.gov/hubzone/maps/ to check your status) which is a United States Small Business Administration (SBA) program for small companies that operate and employ people in Historically Underutilized Business Zones (Hubzone)."

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Diaconia is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

MUST be willing to consent to a background check including a criminal record check, employment, and education verification. No Exceptions!