Test Director

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact? At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. Are you ready for your next career challenge? Leidos Defense provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions. We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated  Test Director  to lead and oversee all testing activities associated with our RADAR system development and deployment program. The Test Director will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing developmental and operational testing to validate system performance, reliability, and compliance with requirements. This is a critical role that requires strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment.

Test Planning and Strategy:  Develop and maintain comprehensive test plans, test procedures, and test schedules for RADAR system developmental and operational testing.  Define test objectives, scope, and success criteria based on system requirements and program goals.  Coordinate with program management, engineering, and logistics teams to ensure test readiness.  Test Execution and Oversight:  Direct and oversee all aspects of RADAR system testing, including laboratory, field, and operationally relevant threat environment testing.  Monitor test execution to ensure adherence to approved plans, procedures, and safety protocols.  Serve as the primary decision-maker during test events, with authority to halt testing in the event of safety concerns or anomalies.

Leadership and Coordination:  Lead and manage a multidisciplinary test team, including engineers, data analysts, and subject matter experts.  Assign roles and responsibilities to team members and ensure they are trained on testing procedures and tools.  Coordinate with government test agencies as required.  Data Collection and Analysis:  Oversee the collection, processing, and analysis of test data to evaluate RADAR system performance against requirements.  Identify anomalies, trends, and areas for improvement based on test results. Ensure accurate and thorough documentation of test data and findings. Reporting and Communication:  Prepare and present detailed test reports, after-action reviews, and briefings to program management and stakeholders.  Communicate test results, findings, and recommendations clearly and effectively to technical and non-technical audiences.  Conduct post-test debriefs and hotwashes to capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement.  Compliance and Risk Management:  Ensure all testing activities comply with applicable standards, regulations, and government requirements, including cybersecurity and environmental standards.  Identify and mitigate risks associated with test activities, including operational disruptions and safety concerns.  Maintain compliance with DoD testing policies and directives.  Continuous Improvement:  Analyze results from previous test events to identify trends and areas for improvement.  Refine testing methodologies, tools, and procedures based on lessons learned and evolving program requirements.  Support the integration