Sr. DT&E Engineer (Missile Systems)

Position: Sr. DT&E Engineer (Missile Systems)

Location: Arlington, VA (Hybrid)

Clearance: Top Secret/SCI eligible

Discover an exciting career at Foxhole Technology, an innovative IT Engineering firm founded in 2007. As leaders in cybersecurity, DEVSEC OPS, Agile Developemnt, Cloud and IT support for federal civilian and defense agencies, we're at the forefront of addressing complex technology challenges. Our talented employee-owners provide agile, scalable solutions, bridging operational gaps, operating critical systems, and securing enterprises worldwide. If you're ready to be part of a team driving impactful innovations, apply today and shape the future of IT with us!

This position is eligible for a 5K sign-on bonus!

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team in support of the Department of Defense (DoD) and Missile Defense Agency (MDA) missile system programs. In this role, you will leverage modern digital engineering tools and analyze emerging missile system programs, evaluating risks and performance to support the development and modernization of critical defense technologies. You will work alongside a team of dedicated professionals, collaborating closely with senior government decision-makers to ensure timely delivery of key warfighting capabilities. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your technical expertise while supporting national defense priorities in a dynamic work environment.

Conduct analysis of emerging DoD and MDA missile system programs using modern digital engineering tools and reviewing historical performance of related programs, technologies, and activities.
• Evaluate the acquisition and technology risks of missile-systems programs and supporting development; secure cutting-edge technology and engineering capabilities to facilitate modernization efforts across DoD.
• Analyze and evaluate acquisitions programs to support timely delivery of key warfighting capabilities to DoD. Integrate analysis of digital engineering artifacts into the assessments.
• Provide Developmental Test and Evaluation (DT&E) and Systems Engineering support to the government on advanced missile systems and related technology. Extreme focus on hypervelocity capability.
• Provide assessments and risk evaluations to OUSD(R&E), Milestone Decision Authorities, Services, Agencies, and PEOs.
• Review and assess Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMPs), developmental test plans, System Engineering Plans (SEPs), Lifecycle Sustainment Plan (LCSPs), Acquisition Decision Memoranda (ADMs), Acquisition Baselines and Strategies, and other milestone decision documents.
• Evaluate test results, schedules, resources, and technological risks for program reviews.
• Provide working-level integrated product teams (WIPTs) Test and Evaluation and systems engineering support. Support Independent Technical Risk Assessments (ITRA). Travel as required to collaborate with stakeholders and programs.
• Develop papers, reports, and briefings targeted to senior OSD decision makers.
• Assess and provide recommendations on DT&E policy.

• Master of Science degree, plus 10 years of experience; or a Bachelor of Science Degree and 14 years of experience.
• Experience must be in the DoD MDAP program acquisition process, test and evaluation, systems engineering, and systems analysis, related discipline, and/or military/DoD civilian areas.
• Top Secret Clearance, SCI Eligible
• Subject matter expert in test and evaluation of DoD Missile Defense MDAP programs and MDA programs, software development and testing, and T&E policy.
• Experience with the DoD acquisition system and MDAP programs' developmental testing, cyber testing, and test planning.
• Ability to quickly draft technical issue papers, staff summaries, memoranda, and briefings, including translating program technical issues into executive-level terms for senior decision makers and government staff assistants.
• Ability to prepare and present evaluation and assessment of test results to senior decision makers.
• Experience with Service and OSD-level operating practices, Joint Staff, Navy Staff, program office relationships and T&E execution organizations; knowledge of the functions and practices of the OSD organization and its responsibility for oversight of major defense acquisition programs.
• Experience with digital engineering tools and processes such as CAMEO.
• Excellent command and proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.

Foxhole Technology offers a competitive benefits package for our employees and their dependents, including health, dental, and vision care, paid leave, retirement plans (401K, Roth, and ESOP), life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, and education and training assistance.

Requirements of position: Think analytically, effective verbal and written communication skills, make decisions, observe/remember details, interpret data, concentrate on tasks, adjust to change, handle stress/emotions. Regular attendance, maintain work schedule, attend meetings, meet deadlines, keyboard/type, handle confidential information, use math/calculations, stay organized, operate office equipment, may direct others. Must be able to see, have eye/hand coordination, and lift up to 10 lbs. May be exposed to dust/dirt, humidity, and noise.

Foxhole Technology is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law.