Cleared - Systems Test Engineer

Responsibilities

Noblis is seeking a Cleared - Systems Test Engineer with active Top Secret with SCI and Polygraph in Bethesda, supporting a SETA contract.

The Systems Test Engineer will be responsible for (not limited to):

• Develop comprehensive test strategies and documentation by analyzing system requirements, creating detailed test plans, designing efficient test cases, and aligning with program milestones.
• Execute systematic data collection and analysis, implementing rigorous methodologies, analyzing test results for deficiencies, documenting findings with appropriate metrics, and preparing evidence‑based reports.
• Create sponsor test documentation including Test and Evaluation Strategies, Master Plans (TEMP), Event Test Plans, Test Readiness Assessments, and comprehensive T&E Reports.
• Manage test execution by coordinating activities across stakeholders, overseeing proper setup and data collection, optimizing schedules and resources, and resolving issues to maintain program momentum.
• Implement specialized testing approaches tailored to specific system functions, integrating appropriate methodologies based on system maturity, and adapting strategies for emerging technologies.
• Drive quality improvement by identifying system deficiencies, recommending corrective actions, implementing performance metrics, and continuously refining test processes.
• Facilitate effective stakeholder communication by presenting findings with appropriate clarity, providing regular status updates, collaborating on deficiency resolution, and mediating discussions regarding system acceptance criteria.
• Provide technical and programmatic support to government teams by translating mission needs into technical requirements, managing those requirements, and shaping strategic program direction—including contract support (SOWs, RFPs, cost proposals), performance monitoring, stakeholder coordination, and communicating complex concepts through reports, meetings, and senior‑level briefings.

• US Citizenship is required.
• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
• Bachelor's degree + 4 years of experience OR Master’s Degree + 2 years of experience OR High School Diploma/GED + 8 years of experience OR Associate's degree + 6 years of experience.
• Experience analyzing 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.
• Experience supporting the development of sponsor test and evaluation documentation (e.g., Test and Evaluation (T&E)).
• Experience with strategy, Test and Evaluation Master Plan, Event Test Plans, Test Readiness Assessments, and T&E Reports.
• Experience providing specialized T&E capabilities and integration tailored to system functions, level, maturity, and performance areas.

• IC experience is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to independently conduct appropriate analysis to offer recommendations, solutions, and alternatives to resolve issues, concerns, problems, or methods.
• Experience establishing strong working relationships with program managers and organization leadership; tracking task order efforts to rapidly identify and resolve potential and new problems; and identifying and resolving administrative and contractual issues related to a support services contract.
• Ability to solve problems in a rapidly changing environment, and interface with customers directly.
• Strong understanding of intelligence disciplines, methodologies, and the intelligence cycle.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic, and team environment.

• Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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