Test Engineer, Senior with Security Clearance

Who are we? Independent Software is a consulting, product, and solutions firm dedicated to the practical application of software and system engineering technologies to solve complex problems. We bring together world class engineers with proven engineering best practices, domain expertise, commercial technologies, and proven agile management approaches to create high value solutions aimed at helping our customers meet their most critical business and mission objectives. Why Independent Software? We are focused on continual learning and evolution. We don''t do things because ''that''s the way we''ve always done things''; we listen to our employees and adapt to the changing marketplace. We look at the big picture and encourage our engineers to get training and certifications in emerging technologies that will help shape our customer''s mission. We''ve been profitable year after year. We''re always on the lookout for great engineers to join the team and we recognize that our employees are the heart and soul of what we do. We focus on recruiting talented people, treating them right, and then allowing them to do what they do best. No red tape. No micromanagement. Smart people want to work with smart people, and we love people who are passionate about what they do and finding ways to do it better. What you will be doing! Tester Engineers analyzes system requirements and concept of operations documents, acquisition plans, and system descriptions to develop evaluation and test plans and procedures, prepare for and conduct the data collection and analysis, and report status and results. Supports the development of Government test and evaluation documentation e.g., Test & Evaluation (T&E) Strategy, Test & Evaluation Master Plan, Event Test Plans, Test Readiness Assessments, and T&E Reports. Works with other test organizations to support T&E program integration. Provides specialized T&E capabilities tailored to system functions, level, maturity, and performance areas. Requirements: * Conduct research into and apply knowledge of Government test and evaluation concepts and related engineering, acquisition, and operations activities as needed to support the T&E activities * Plan and Execute Performance Analysis * Review planned acquisition approaches to support T&E schedule alignment with decision maker needs for T&E support * Analyze performance risk areas to focus T&E planning and specify, validate, and adapt Modeling and Simulation for T&E use * Apply Statistical Analysis of variations in performance behavior to characterize confidence in performance estimates * Select, develop, and use analysis tools, xxecute the evaluation plan on data collected by Testing Tasks * Plan and Execute Performance Data Collection and event level testing for collection of data required for analysis and to sync T&E events with supported decision points * Establish and employ Data and Configuration Management capabilities * Support Data Authentication group functions; and comply with program Discrepancy Reporting criteria and processes * Assess operation and system performance requirements for testability and criticality to frame and prioritize T&E objectives and enable evaluation planning * Coordinate with program Systems Engineering (SE) and review T&E-related SE information to leverage functional analysis, system descriptions, parameter selection and dependencies, Modeling and Simulation, and initial performance risk assessments to inform evaluation planning * Assess operational environments and priorities for evaluation attention and scenario selection, and to coordinate user participation in T&E * Plan program and event level risk-tailored performance estimation and analysis of system and operational Effectiveness and Suitability metrics & conditions; levels of T&E include inspection, demonstration, paper analysis, survey, simulation, and physical test * Design surveys for evaluation of Subject Matter Expert (SME) input and user assessments of performance * Participate in the T&E Working-level Integrated Product Team (WIPT) and/or Integrated Test Team for coordination of evaluation plans * Produce Evaluation Plans (metric framework, scenarios/threads, timelines, requirements/T&E cross-walk), Analysis Plans, Data Requirements, Risk Assessments, Evaluation Reports, Status reports; provide input to Government T&E products (e.g., Technology Readiness Assessments, Test & Evaluation Strategy, Test & Evaluation Master Plan, T&E Plans & Procedures and Test Readiness Reports) * Design data sampling schemes to optimize the information/resource balance and to control testing uncertainties * Select, coordinate, and calibrate Instrumentation, collection and data management tools, targets, and facilities * Ensure test readiness including training of test event participants re-conduct of the event; equipment readiness, and security, legal, and privacy compliance arrangements * Participate in T&E WIPT and/or integrated Test Team for coordination of data collection plans * Execute Testing and Data Collection per plan * Produce associated Test Plans, Procedures, and reports/Briefings, Data management Plan * Maintain knowledge of current and evolving agency, national, and international standards applicable to the system development of interest * Communicate issues and solutions to the broader government and contract management structure as requested by Leadership * Ensure the appropriate level of independence of the team from the solution provider to support government management of objectivity risk * Manage T&E resources and tasks; ensure quality assurance of test processes and products * Coordinate and integrate Evaluation and Testing tasks and productsDrive innovation and responsiveness to program changes and evolving T&E status to help manage program risk; develop alternative courses of action, work-arounds, and fall-back positions with a recommendation course of action for each risk, monitor and re-evaluate risks at appropriate milestones. Education and Experience: Eight (8) years'' experience as a TE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity is required. Bachelor''s degree in Math, Science, Engineering, Statistics, Engineering Management, or related discipline form an accredited college or university is required. Four (4) years of additional TE experience may be substituted for a bachelor''s degree. Top Reasons to Work at Independent Software: * Great people deserve even better benefits, from comprehensive healthcare coverage and generous leave time to discounts with all our vendors. * You are not just a job title. That''s why we tip the work-life balance scale in your favor. It''s not about being billable, it''s about being valuable. * Whether you''re working on-site or in our offices, your role at Independent Software is just as critical to our success as your coworker''s. * We''re constantly researching and implementing the latest technology, so you''ve always got the right tools at your disposal. * As we''ve grown, we''ve retained that small company feel. When we say we have an open-door policy, we actually mean it. * Independent Software is comprised of wonderfully generous folks. We believe in supporting the causes our employees care about. Bring us an opportunity to help and we''ll listen. * Teamwork got us where we are today. Our collaborative environment allows you to maximize your true potential. * The work we do is exciting, critical stuff. No matter your role at Independent Software, you''re helping us keep the nation safe and secure. * We have a history of great achievement, and, with each year, our company gets even bigger and better. As we grow, so does the opportunity for our employees. * We host a variety of fun employee and family events throughout the year to say thanks for all that you do to make Independent Software a technology leader as well as a phenomenal place to work. Benefits: * Competitive salary * 100% company paid BC / BS insurance premiums for family health, dental, and vision insurance plans * 401(k) retirement plan with company paid match of gross salary * A generous Paid Time Off and Holiday package * Lots of paid training! We encourage all employees to seek out training opportunities like conferences, certification courses and seminars. * We truly believe the right work-life balance can exist, and it''s here at Independent Software. Our work is extremely important, but your job is just a part of who you are. When you enjoy your life outside of our walls, you''re at your best the next time you walk through our doors. We do all we can to assure that happens every day. Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, M/F/D/V. Clearance Required: TS/SCI with FSP

Created: 2025-10-04