Test And Evaluation Lead
Actalent
Posted Friday, April 17, 2026
Posting ID: JP-005969063
Job Title: Mid-Level Lead Test and Evaluation Engineer
Job Description
This full-time Mid-Level Lead Test and Evaluation Engineer role sits within a cross-functional technical team responsible for testing and evaluating mission‑critical software infrastructure that supports a large, federated tactical system. You will collaborate closely with testers, developers, systems engineers, and senior stakeholders to plan, execute, and lead test and evaluation activities that validate system releases prior to deployment in operational environments. This position combines hands-on system-level testing with leadership of test efforts, coordination across multiple subsystem teams, and clear communication of results to technical and leadership audiences.
Responsibilities
- Develop, update, and maintain comprehensive test plans, test procedures, test documentation, and test reports based on defined requirements and system design.
- Plan and execute system test, evaluation, and design verification activities, including requirements traceability from specifications through test results.
- Support and lead system-level test events and integration efforts across multiple subsystems and interfaces.
- Present test results, key findings, and status updates to technical teams and leadership stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
- Manage hardware and software configurations in support of test activities, ensuring test environments accurately reflect operational conditions.
- Investigate and troubleshoot software, hardware, and interface issues identified during test and integration events.
- Coordinate and collaborate with internal teams, external partners, and customer organizations to align test objectives and schedules.
- Support technical collaboration and system integration efforts with customer organizations, including debriefs and sharing of results.
- Foster effective working relationships across geographically dispersed teams and help maintain strong communication channels.
- Organize and manage test schedules, ensuring that test activities are properly planned, resourced, and executed on time.
- Lead or manage test efforts in distributed or virtual team environments, providing direction and oversight to test engineers.
- Oversee, train, and schedule test engineers to support ongoing and upcoming test campaigns.
- Manage, verify, and validate defect or problem reports, ensuring accurate documentation and tracking through resolution.
- Draft clear and concise test reports, status reports, and debrief materials for customers and other contractors.
- Use test management and defect tracking tools to plan, execute, and document test activities where applicable.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of test processes, including adoption and use of test automation and Agile testing practices.
Essential Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field, or advanced submarine technical training (such as Navy "A" or "C" School) combined with a minimum of 5 years of Submarine Combat Control Weapon System test experience as a substitute for the degree.
- At least 5 years of experience in test and evaluation of complex systems.
- Proven ability to develop, manage, and execute detailed test plans and schedules.
- Demonstrated experience coordinating test activities across multiple subsystem teams.
- Experience leading or managing test efforts in distributed or virtual team environments.
- Ability to oversee, train, and schedule test engineers to support project needs.
- Strong collaboration skills with developers, customers, and technical leadership.
- Experience managing, verifying, and validating defect or problem reports.
- Ability to draft clear, concise, and well-structured test reports and status updates.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with diverse technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Working knowledge of Linux command line environments.
- Strong troubleshooting skills across software, hardware, and system interfaces.
- Strong organizational skills, including the ability to create and maintain test schedules and manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to work effectively with customers and other contractors and to debrief and share results in a professional manner.
- Willingness to travel periodically for test events, meetings, or on-site support.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with test management and defect tracking tools such as Jira, TestRail, or similar platforms.
- Experience with Confluence for documentation and collaboration.
- Experience with test automation, including designing, implementing, or executing automated test suites.
- Experience testing systems developed using Agile methodologies.
- Experience in system-level testing of complex or mission-critical systems.
- Strong communication and organization skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical information.
- Ability to work effectively in a growing program environment with evolving requirements and priorities.
- Interest in contributing to continuous improvement of test processes and tools.
Work Environment
This role is primarily on-site with hybrid flexibility as needed, working closely with a cross-functional team in a collaborative, mission-focused environment. The position involves hands-on interaction with mission-critical software infrastructure and associated hardware configurations that support a large, federated tactical system. You will work with modern test management and collaboration tools such as Jira, TestRail, and Confluence, and you will regularly use Linux command line environments as part of your test and troubleshooting activities. The team operates in a structured environment that supports Agile development and testing practices, with periodic travel to support test events, meetings, or on-site integration efforts. The organization is growing on this program, offering opportunities to take on additional responsibilities and collaborate with multiple teams across the contract. Relocation support may be available on a case-by-case basis.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Manassas, VA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $130000.00 - $160000.00/yr.
they will be sending a two page doc of their benefits that we can share with candidates
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Manassas,VA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.
Contact Information
Email: acajayon@actalentservices.com
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