Senior Test Engineer

Torch Technologies has an exciting opportunity for aSenior Test Engineerproviding support to the Command Control Communications (C3C)/Kessel Run Division at Langley AFB VA. Kessel Run is an Air Force unit that delivers resilient command and control and targeting software capabilities that provide warfighters with decision advantage. Under the Department of the Air Force Program Executive Office for Command Control Communication and Battle Management (DAF PEO C3BM) Kessel Run technologies make up the DAF BATTLE NETWORK the systems-of-systems designed to help the Joint Force make operational decisions faster than our adversaries. The Division architects and acquires the means to connect weapon systems with warfighters and decision makers to enable the warfighter to win against the pacing challenge in an era of great power competition.

As a Senior Test Engineer your duties will include but are not limited to:

• Develop and document the single overarching Test & Evaluation (T&E) Strategy for the program.

• Lead the embedded government oversight function within the integrated test team providing continuous over-the-shoulder oversight of contractor testing activities.

• Validate that software capabilities meet their intended operational outcomes from an end-to-end mission perspective.

• Assess the adequacy and coverage of the contractors test automation against mission-critical capabilities.

• Serve as the primary testing lead for C2Core leadership and manage all interactions with external test organizations.

• Ensure all testing activities comply with DoW and USAF regulations (e.g. DoWI 5000.87) while aggressively streamlining processes to maintain program agility.

• U.S. Citizenship

• Bachelors Degree in a related field and 10 years of directly related experience with 4 years of experience in a DoW setting.

• Expertise in operational and mission systems with the ability to translate mission needs into technical requirements and system capabilities.

• Experience developing and executing Test and Evaluation (T&E) strategies including planning verification/validation methods and data-driven assessments.

• Proficiency in Agile methodologies and DevSecOps practices to support rapid secure and iterative software development and delivery.

• Strong technical oversight and systems engineering background including architecture evaluation requirements analysis integration and risk management.

• Familiarity with DoWI 5000.87 and related regulatory frameworks with experience ensuring program compliance and proper documentation.

• Ability to build a one team environment and foster a strong collaborative partnership with the contractor.

• Must be able to translate high-level operational needs into clear testable criteria and navigate complex regulatory requirements without causing bureaucratic delays.

• Able to provide immediate clear feedback and confidently represent the program to senior leadership and external organizations.

• Possesses a deep understanding of the users perspective (e.g. combat air operations) and can immediately identify when a feature is technically correct but operationally inefficient or unsound.

• Must have and maintain a Top-Secret level clearance.

Schedule: 40 Hrs/week

Work Location: Hanscom AFB MA

Travel: 0-10%

Relocation Assistance Available: No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No

Salary Range:$115000 - $135000

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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