Principal Test and Requirements Manager
Hanscom Air Force Base, MA - USA
Job Summary
Torch Technologies
Thank you for your interest in employment with Torch Technologies. We are a 100% employee-owned Certified Great Place To Work and named Best Places to Work in Huntsville/Madison County headquartered in Huntsville AL. Our team provides superior research development and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of War. As one of the nations top 100 defense companies the services we provide directly support the men and women who serve our country. Our corporate mission sums up the pride our employee-owners take in the work we do: Lighting the Pathway of Freedom. And as a Certified Evergreen ESOP we have made the commitment to grow and sustain our company for the next 100 years! Come grow with us!
Torch Technologies is seeking a Principal Test and Requirements Manager to support the the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center Electronic Systems PEO (AFLCMC/ES) at Hanscom AFB MA. The Electronic Systems System (ESS) Division aka Force Protection Divisionsmission responsibility is to manage and execute the modernization design development testing fielding and sustainment of the various software and hardware within the ESS Portfolio.
*This position is contingent upon contract award.
As a Principal Test and Requirements Manager your duties include but are not limited to:
Work with a team of multiple Government and contractor personnel serving as a member of IPTs providing accurate requirements interpretation for the development acquisition and deployment of electronic systems protecting Air Force bases worldwide (i.e. security for the entire Air Force nuclear weapons stockpile).
Guide project managers through systems such as AF security forces Integrated Base Defense Security Systems (IBDSS) development and coordination of mission needs statements concept of operations employment and execution documents operational requirement documents program management directives and operational test plans with the AF directorates AF divisions MAJCOMs and other services
Coordinate project site survey scheduling with AF directorate AF division and other MAJCOMs needs for all MAJCOM assets both nuclear and non-nuclear. Assists the AF directorates AF divisions and MAJCOMs in the development of system products descriptions for their electronic programs. Helps develop and maintain project support agreements with MAJCOMs and their installations. Provides MAJCOMs with Rough Order of Magnitude and cost estimates for the Program Objective Memorandum (POM) process. Assists in guiding the expenditure of a systems budget for installation sustainment and modernization of electronic and physical systems. Acting as primary IPT member for all hardware and software such as fixed site alarm annunciation and automated entry control systems installations that enter the Air Force inventory. This includes all fixed site PL1- PL4 installations PL1 Nuclear (PL1N) and all installations CONUS and OCONUS and all tactical installations in the area of responsibility
Deploy to project pre-award and post-award site surveys to provide technical expertise
Assist in the development of acquisition documents to include the SOW installation specifications and CDRL items
Provide technical expertise in the Request for Quote Fair Opportunity Evaluations
Provide expertise during all project design reviews
Assist by providing expertise in project acceptance tests and verification tests
Serve as liaison between the program office and groups such as the Physical Security Equipment Advisory Group and IBDSS Working Group as they relate to electronic security
Provide logistics support and training for new systems and ongoing support of legacy systems through other contractors or servicers (i.e. Cryptologic Systems Group in San Antonio Texas)
Provide assessment of lethal and non-lethal weapons for protection of personnel and resources whether in garrison or deployed worldwide
Provide any integration of Army Navy and Marine Corps specific security needs into AF project requirements and strategy documents in support of joint acquisitions
Required Qualifications:
U.S Citizenship
Bachelors degree in a professional engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited educational program and at least 25 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed 15 of which must be in the DoW.
Requirements development interpretation and management
Test planning execution and validation
Systems engineering fundamentals within acquisition programs
Development and review of SOWs specifications and CDRLs
Technical evaluation of proposals and vendor solutions
Ability to assess hardware and software integration for security-related systems
Experience supporting design reviews acceptance tests and verification activities
Site survey planning execution and documentation
Familiarity with securityrelated electronic and physical protection systems
Ability to develop cost estimates and Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) assessments
Understanding of joint service interoperability considerations (Air Force Army Navy Marine Corps)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to collaborate effectively with Government military and contractor personnel
Ability to work as a key contributor within Integrated Product Teams (IPTs)
Strong analytical and problemsolving abilities
Ability to provide clear technical guidance to stakeholders at multiple organizational levels
Professional judgment and ability to manage complex highimpact programs
Ability to represent the program office in stakeholder groups and working groups
Must have and be able to maintain a Top-Secret level clearance.
Schedule:(M-F; 8-5)
Work Location: Onsite at Hanscom AFB MA
Travel:up to 50%
Relocation Assistance Available: Yes
Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No
Salary Range:$150000 - $170000
The salary range information is a general guideline only. Several factors can influence the salary for a position including but not limited to Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates geographic location business considerations scope and responsibilities of the position local or other applicable market conditions and internal equity. Other factors include the candidates qualifications such as relevant prior work experience specific skills and competencies education/training and certifications.
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Benefits:
Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment a competitive salary and an excellent comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation 401(k) match medical dental vision life insurance short-term disability long-term disability flexible spending accounts Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts EAP education assistance paid time off and holidays.
Applying to Torch Technologies:
Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.
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Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
Founded in October 2002, Torch Technologies, Inc. (Torch) is a 100% employee-owned business dedicated to quality technical services, competitive costs and ethical business practices. Torch is headquartered in Huntsville, AL, with employee owners in various technical offices throughout ... View more