Columbia Technology Partners is seeking Test Engineers to support the planning execution analysis and reporting of Test & Evaluation (T&E) activities for complex government systems. The ideal candidate will help develop and execute evaluation strategies collect and analyze performance data support risk-informed decision making and contribute to the successful verification and validation of mission-critical capabilities. Opportunities are available for experienced Test Engineers supporting T&E activities ranging from technical execution to task leadership and program-level oversight.
Key Responsibilities - TE Level 2:
Analyze system requirements acquisition plans concepts of operation and system documentation to develop test and evaluation strategies plans and procedures.
Conduct performance analysis and evaluate system effectiveness suitability and operational performance.
Plan and execute data collection activities to support test events and evaluation objectives.
Develop evaluation plans analysis plans risk assessments data requirements and test reports.
Support the development of Government T&E documentation including Test & Evaluation Strategies Test & Evaluation Master Plans Test Readiness Assessments and T&E Reports.
Apply statistical analysis techniques to evaluate performance data and characterize confidence levels.
Develop and utilize modeling simulation instrumentation and data management tools to support testing activities.
Design data sampling approaches to optimize test efficiency and reduce uncertainty.
Coordinate with Systems Engineering teams users and other stakeholders to support evaluation planning and execution.
Support test readiness activities including participant training equipment preparation and compliance with security legal and privacy requirements.
Participate in T&E Working-level Integrated Product Teams (WIPTs) and Integrated Test Teams (ITTs).
Maintain awareness of evolving Government national and international testing standards and best practices.
Additional Responsibilities - TE Level 3:
In addition to the responsibilities above Level 3 candidates will:
Serve as the primary liaison to Government stakeholders for T&E task execution and contract coordination.
Provide leadership technical direction and mentorship to junior Test Engineers.
Manage T&E resources schedules and task execution activities.
Ensure quality assurance across testing processes products and deliverables.
Coordinate and integrate testing and evaluation activities across multiple teams and stakeholders.
Communicate program risks issues and recommended solutions to Government and contract leadership.
Develop alternative courses of action mitigation strategies and contingency plans to address evolving program risks.
Ensure appropriate independence between test organizations and solution providers to maintain evaluation objectivity.
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Mathematics Science Engineering Statistics Engineering Management or a related discipline from an accredited college or university.
Four (4) additional years of Test Engineer experience may be substituted in lieu of a bachelors degree.
Level 2: Five (5) years of Test Engineer experience supporting programs and contracts of similar scope type and complexity.
Level 3: Eight (8) years of Test Engineer experience supporting programs and contracts of similar scope type and complexity.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience supporting Government Test & Evaluation programs and acquisition activities.
Experience with data analysis statistical methods modeling and simulation and performance assessment methodologies.
Experience developing T&E documentation including evaluation plans test plans readiness assessments and technical reports.
Experience supporting integrated testing efforts involving systems engineering operational users and Government stakeholders.
Familiarity with risk management configuration management and data management processes.
Experience leading test events coordinating multi-disciplinary teams or supporting large-scale T&E programs.
Requirements:
U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. CTP is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph.
Certification Requirements:
DOD 8570 Certification
This position requires an active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph.
About us:
Founded in 2007 Columbia Technology Partners is Woman-Owned Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business with a specialization in technology and management consulting committed to solving intricate and sensitive technology issues facing corporations and federal agencies. Since its inception CTP has been instrumental in the technical design engineering development operational deployment and support of key systems. With a proven track record in information security project management systems/network engineering security risk management vulnerability assessments and mobile security implementation; our employees have the experience expertise and innovative thinking our customers need for results that exceed expectations. CTP staff have worked closely with both government engineers and management to gather mission requirements develop the architecture to deliver the needed functionality and assess tools available to meet or exceed the needs of the mission.
At Columbia Technology Partners (CTP) we are united in being the best that we can be as individuals but our core belief is that we can be better together. Together we will take on each mission with an execution process that authentically represents who we are. Our success relies on our team values the foundation we built around them and the Partners we become along the way.
Thats why our pay is competitive our missions are critical and our benefits represent what matters most to CTP: Our People.
Salary Range Transparency
At Columbia Technology Partners we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. We believe in creating a work environment where employees feel valued empowered and rewarded for their contributions.
How We Determine Salary Ranges
Our salary ranges are based on the following key factors:
Job Role and Responsibilities: The specific duties and responsibilities associated with each role form the foundation of our compensation structure.
Market Research and Industry Benchmarks: We conduct regular analysis of market trends and salaries across our industry using reliable compensation data to ensure we stay competitive.
Experience and Qualifications: An individuals experience education certifications and specialized skills all contribute to determining their position within a salary range.
Location: Salary ranges may be adjusted based on geographic cost of living in accordance with local and national standards.
Company Performance: Our compensation practices also take into account overall company performance and financial health ensuring that we maintain sustainability while rewarding our team.
Really good benefits for really GREAT people:
From our CTP Family to yours we know how important these decisions are. Your benefits are about you not us. Tell us what you need in order to see a future at CTP; lets get where youre going together.
Medical: CTP offers 3 superior plans bringing our employees both in-network and out-of-network options.
Vision Dental:Both free to you paid in full by CTP.
Retirement: 401k - 6% company contribution
PTO Leave: A work life balance is extremely important to our team here at CTP which is why our paid time off plans are so lucrative. Offering customizable leave plans to meet your needs is just one of our many perks! Jury Duty Bereavement Military Leave provided.
Career Growth:Up to $10000 provided for approved career-related learning training education and/or tuition.
Life and AD&D Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability: More peace of mind at zero cost to you.
Profit Sharing Bonus:End of year cash gets added to your bottom-line.
Referral Bonus Program:Our tiered program provides an incentive with each stage of the hiring process your referral passes. Our bonuses range from $7000-$20000 if your referral joins the team.
Columbia Technology Partnersis an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race color religion age national origin ancestry ethnicity gender gender identity gender expression sexual orientation marital status veteran status disability genetic information citizenship status or membership in any other group protected by federal state or local law. Our EEO policy reflects our commitment to ensure equality and promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Our policy applies to all employees job candidates contractors stakeholders partners and visitors.
CTP was voted one of the top 25 best places to work in Baltimore by Baltimore Magazine!
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**This Position is Contingent on Contract Award**Description: Columbia Technology Partners is seeking Test Engineers to support the planning execution analysis and reporting of Test & Evaluation (T&E) activities for complex government systems. The ideal candidate will help develop and execute evalua...
**This Position is Contingent on Contract Award**
Description:
Columbia Technology Partners is seeking Test Engineers to support the planning execution analysis and reporting of Test & Evaluation (T&E) activities for complex government systems. The ideal candidate will help develop and execute evaluation strategies collect and analyze performance data support risk-informed decision making and contribute to the successful verification and validation of mission-critical capabilities. Opportunities are available for experienced Test Engineers supporting T&E activities ranging from technical execution to task leadership and program-level oversight.
Key Responsibilities - TE Level 2:
Analyze system requirements acquisition plans concepts of operation and system documentation to develop test and evaluation strategies plans and procedures.
Conduct performance analysis and evaluate system effectiveness suitability and operational performance.
Plan and execute data collection activities to support test events and evaluation objectives.
Develop evaluation plans analysis plans risk assessments data requirements and test reports.
Support the development of Government T&E documentation including Test & Evaluation Strategies Test & Evaluation Master Plans Test Readiness Assessments and T&E Reports.
Apply statistical analysis techniques to evaluate performance data and characterize confidence levels.
Develop and utilize modeling simulation instrumentation and data management tools to support testing activities.
Design data sampling approaches to optimize test efficiency and reduce uncertainty.
Coordinate with Systems Engineering teams users and other stakeholders to support evaluation planning and execution.
Support test readiness activities including participant training equipment preparation and compliance with security legal and privacy requirements.
Participate in T&E Working-level Integrated Product Teams (WIPTs) and Integrated Test Teams (ITTs).
Maintain awareness of evolving Government national and international testing standards and best practices.
Additional Responsibilities - TE Level 3:
In addition to the responsibilities above Level 3 candidates will:
Serve as the primary liaison to Government stakeholders for T&E task execution and contract coordination.
Provide leadership technical direction and mentorship to junior Test Engineers.
Manage T&E resources schedules and task execution activities.
Ensure quality assurance across testing processes products and deliverables.
Coordinate and integrate testing and evaluation activities across multiple teams and stakeholders.
Communicate program risks issues and recommended solutions to Government and contract leadership.
Develop alternative courses of action mitigation strategies and contingency plans to address evolving program risks.
Ensure appropriate independence between test organizations and solution providers to maintain evaluation objectivity.
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Mathematics Science Engineering Statistics Engineering Management or a related discipline from an accredited college or university.
Four (4) additional years of Test Engineer experience may be substituted in lieu of a bachelors degree.
Level 2: Five (5) years of Test Engineer experience supporting programs and contracts of similar scope type and complexity.
Level 3: Eight (8) years of Test Engineer experience supporting programs and contracts of similar scope type and complexity.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience supporting Government Test & Evaluation programs and acquisition activities.
Experience with data analysis statistical methods modeling and simulation and performance assessment methodologies.
Experience developing T&E documentation including evaluation plans test plans readiness assessments and technical reports.
Experience supporting integrated testing efforts involving systems engineering operational users and Government stakeholders.
Familiarity with risk management configuration management and data management processes.
Experience leading test events coordinating multi-disciplinary teams or supporting large-scale T&E programs.
Requirements:
U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. CTP is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph.
Certification Requirements:
DOD 8570 Certification
This position requires an active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph.
About us:
Founded in 2007 Columbia Technology Partners is Woman-Owned Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business with a specialization in technology and management consulting committed to solving intricate and sensitive technology issues facing corporations and federal agencies. Since its inception CTP has been instrumental in the technical design engineering development operational deployment and support of key systems. With a proven track record in information security project management systems/network engineering security risk management vulnerability assessments and mobile security implementation; our employees have the experience expertise and innovative thinking our customers need for results that exceed expectations. CTP staff have worked closely with both government engineers and management to gather mission requirements develop the architecture to deliver the needed functionality and assess tools available to meet or exceed the needs of the mission.
At Columbia Technology Partners (CTP) we are united in being the best that we can be as individuals but our core belief is that we can be better together. Together we will take on each mission with an execution process that authentically represents who we are. Our success relies on our team values the foundation we built around them and the Partners we become along the way.
Thats why our pay is competitive our missions are critical and our benefits represent what matters most to CTP: Our People.
Salary Range Transparency
At Columbia Technology Partners we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. We believe in creating a work environment where employees feel valued empowered and rewarded for their contributions.
How We Determine Salary Ranges
Our salary ranges are based on the following key factors:
Job Role and Responsibilities: The specific duties and responsibilities associated with each role form the foundation of our compensation structure.
Market Research and Industry Benchmarks: We conduct regular analysis of market trends and salaries across our industry using reliable compensation data to ensure we stay competitive.
Experience and Qualifications: An individuals experience education certifications and specialized skills all contribute to determining their position within a salary range.
Location: Salary ranges may be adjusted based on geographic cost of living in accordance with local and national standards.
Company Performance: Our compensation practices also take into account overall company performance and financial health ensuring that we maintain sustainability while rewarding our team.
Really good benefits for really GREAT people:
From our CTP Family to yours we know how important these decisions are. Your benefits are about you not us. Tell us what you need in order to see a future at CTP; lets get where youre going together.
Medical: CTP offers 3 superior plans bringing our employees both in-network and out-of-network options.
Vision Dental:Both free to you paid in full by CTP.
Retirement: 401k - 6% company contribution
PTO Leave: A work life balance is extremely important to our team here at CTP which is why our paid time off plans are so lucrative. Offering customizable leave plans to meet your needs is just one of our many perks! Jury Duty Bereavement Military Leave provided.
Career Growth:Up to $10000 provided for approved career-related learning training education and/or tuition.
Life and AD&D Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability: More peace of mind at zero cost to you.
Profit Sharing Bonus:End of year cash gets added to your bottom-line.
Referral Bonus Program:Our tiered program provides an incentive with each stage of the hiring process your referral passes. Our bonuses range from $7000-$20000 if your referral joins the team.
Columbia Technology Partnersis an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race color religion age national origin ancestry ethnicity gender gender identity gender expression sexual orientation marital status veteran status disability genetic information citizenship status or membership in any other group protected by federal state or local law. Our EEO policy reflects our commitment to ensure equality and promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Our policy applies to all employees job candidates contractors stakeholders partners and visitors.
CTP was voted one of the top 25 best places to work in Baltimore by Baltimore Magazine!
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