Naval Surface Systems Interoperability Test Lead

Company: Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.
Location: Sierra Vista
Posted on: September 17, 2023

Job Description:

Challenging Today. Reinventing Tomorrow. We're invested in you and your success. Everything we do is more than just a project. It's our challenge as human beings, too. That's why we bring a thoughtful and collaborative approach to every one of our partnerships. At Jacobs, we challenge the status quo and redefine how to solve the world's greatest challenges, transforming big ideas into intelligent solutions for a more connected, sustainable world. Design your career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow Your Impact:Joint interoperability (IOP) certification task order to provide Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) with critical IOP test and evaluation (T&E) services in accordance with DODI 8330.01 and JITC guidance and procedures. The Joint IOP certification efforts include, but not limited to, the following systems: America-class Amphibious Assault Ship, Arleigh Burke-class Destroyer, Constellation-class Guided Missile Frigate, Ford-class Carrier, Landing Craft Utility, Lewis-class Fleet Replenishment Oiler, Navajo-class Towing Salvage and Rescue Ship, Ohio-class Submarine, and Virginia-class Submarine. Performs task management and administration actions over the entire task order to provide oversight, management, supervision, and control of the overall contract team. Leads the overall T&E planning, preparation, execution, and reporting effort. Duties include:

• Responsible for the design and implementation of IOP test planning documentation to determine platform under test (PUT) IOP requirements standards and criteria are met. Documentation to support this effort includes requirements analysis plans, data management analysis plans, and IOP evaluation plans.
• Review applicable PUT requirements documents (e.g., Initial Capabilities Documents (ICDs), Capability Development Documents (CDDs), Capability Production Documents (CPDs), Information Support Plans (ISPs), Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMPs), Concept of Operations (CONOPs), etc.) to ensure user requirements and criteria are correctly documented and included early in the T&E planning process.
• Recommend adjustments to the T&E process or detailed procedures to the program manager, program office staff, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure IOP test requirements, test scenarios and test scripts adequately cover Key Performance Parameters (KPPs).
• Responsible for developing and maintaining data collection and data management processes.
• Actively manage IOP T&E events as part of the underway IOP Test team.
• Execute collection of real-time test data, analysis of test results and drafting thorough, accurate, and complete formal test documentation.
• Ensure T&E reports are written in accordance with current JITC policies and procedures and provide the deliverables, after a thorough administrative and managerial review.
• Record all initial findings and document final test results into applicable joint IOP certification reports.
• Ensure full accounting of anomalies and errors found in testing, notifying customers and management.
• Participate in Integrated Product Team (IPT) meetings, Test Concept Briefs (TCBs), Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs), program reviews, teleconferences, and video teleconferences.
• Provide administrative task support such as Monthly and Weekly Status Reports, Trip Reports, and meeting minutes. Here's What You'll Need:Requires a Master's degree and at least 8 years of experience or a Bachelor's degree with at least 10 years of experience. One year of experience can be substituted by 15 semester hours completed towards a Master's degree. Requires at least 1 certification in area of specialization. Additional certifications in the area of specialization may be substituted for 1 year of experience. The degree must be in a relevant technical curriculum and experience must be related to the job duties. Qualifications:--- This position requires an active Secret security clearance on hire date with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance. Current TS/SCI is desired.--- Excellent communications skills, including verbal, written and presentation skills with the ability to write and present complex issues in a clear, concise, and easily understood manner.--- Attention to detail creating, reviewing and editing requirements, specifications, plans, and recommendations related to proposed solutions.--- Ability to collaborate effectively with senior management, cross-functional teams, internal/external customers, and end-users.--- Proficiency using MS Office 365 suite.--- Experience with COMOPTEVFOR, NAVSEA and/or NAVAIR operational testing is desired. The ideal candidate will have operational experience with one of the following US Naval systems:--- America-class Amphibious Assault Ship--- Arleigh Burke-class Destroyer--- Constellation-class Guided Missile Frigate--- Ford-class Carrier--- Landing Craft Utility--- Lewis-class Fleet Replenishment Oiler--- Navajo-class Towing Salvage and Rescue Ship--- Ohio-class Submarine--- Virginia-class Submarine #cjpost #ANSDEFENSE #MOIP Essential Functions: Physical Requirements Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time. Position may require filing, typing, and reading from a computer screen. Must have sufficient mobility, included but not limited to: bending, reaching, turning and kneeling to complete daily duties in a timely and efficient manner. There is a possibility that due to parking availability and location of work, walking moderate to long distances may be required. Work Environment An inside and outside environment (considerations: closed quarters, close together, lighting). Needs to be able to work well with co-workers and all levels of management. No hazards on job or unusual environmental conditions. Equipment and Machines Ability to operate office equipment such as a personal computer, printer, copy machine, telephone, fax machine and other equipment including desk supplies and other work related tools as required. Attendance Core workhours will be between9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Monday - Friday. Regular attendance of scheduled hours is extremely important, but not critical, except for deadlines and meetings. Punctuality and regular attendance are necessary to meet deadlines. Must exhibit flexibility of work hours to adjust to surge situations based on critical mission requirements. Other Essential Functions Must demonstrate professional behavior at all times when dealing with customers, management and co-workers. Must have clear, concise and accurate communications skills in English, both verbal and written. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk to employees or others. Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a professional manner. Independent personal transportation to office or work site is required. Travel to and from customer's locations and the test fields may be required to support projects. This may involve airline travel. In some cases, accommodations can possibly be made for POV, if necessary. When operating any vehicle for work purposes, must wear seat belt and in addition, no cellular devices are to be used when vehicle is in motion.

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