Test Manager
Core
Provide full-spectrum Test & Evaluation (T&E) leadership across Air Force acquisition and sustainment programs, managing the test lifecycle from requirements to reporting for USAF systems.
Role type
Senior Test Manager (Defense/Aerospace)
Builds
Defense systems and aircraft capabilities (avionics, weapons, OFP)
Domain
National Security / Aerospace / Defense
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Test lifecycle management, risk identification and mitigation, test strategy development, budget and contract management, test documentation creation, data analysis for system performance, flight test coordination, stakeholder coordination
Preferred skills
Knowledge of AFI 99-103 and DoDI 5000.89, experience with TEMPs, understanding of avionics and weapons integration
Technologies
AFI 99-103, DoDI 5000.89, TEMPs, ICD, CDD, SEP, Cyber Strategy, VOLT
Responsibilities
Manage full test lifecycle including requirements, planning, execution, analysis, and reporting; Identify T&E risks and document mitigation plans; Interpret program documents to derive testable requirements; Define data needs for evaluating system performance; Identify necessary T&E infrastructure; Lead Integrated Test Team activities; Manage T&E budgets and schedules; Coordinate DT&E/OT&E and test resource allocation; Produce reports for leadership decisions; Support avionics, weapons, and flight test activities
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC