Planning Specialist jobs in Newport News, VA

Overview

TEST PLANNING SPECIALSIT (OSD):

Bowhead seeks a Test Planning Specialist to support the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), Joint Test and Evaluation (JTE&E), Joint Program Office (JPO) supporting Joint/Joint Agency, Combatant Command, and Service joint tests and quick reaction tests.

Responsibilities

• Conducting test planning in the DoD operational testing and evaluation environment.
• Executing models and simulations (M&S) to aid in developing and testing TTP through Distributed Interactive Simulation (DIS) networks as part of a Joint Live, Virtual, and Constructive (JLVC) environment.
• LVC architecture servicing the CCMD exercises.
• Operating or testing in an LVC environment and developing M&S services requirements to meet test event objectives.
• Observing and analyzing test and evaluation operations to ensure conformity with military doctrines, policies, and procedures.
• Providing consultation concerning M&S techniques for the design, development, and planning of M&S use and integration into JT&E projects.
• Conducting research and coordination and develops program test plans and detailed test plans.
• Identifying and evaluating commercial and Government-owned simulations to service joint project testing.
• Advising and assisting in developing the M&S verification, validation, and accreditation planning activities.

Qualifications

• Ten (10 ) years’ of experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required
• Proficient in Excel, Word, and Power Point.
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrated skills in prioritization and multi-tasking.

 Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
• Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently hold a security clearance at the Top Secret/SCI level.  US Citizenship is a requirement for Top Secret clearance at this location.

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