JRAD is seeking candidates for [a contingent / future] position supporting the [DHS Science and Technology (S&T)]. This position is [Washington DC/ possibly hybrid].
Roles/Responsibilities:
- Plans, coordinates, and executes test and evaluation (T&E) activities to assess system performance, operational effectiveness, and mission suitability in support of the Department of Homeland Security.
- Develops and reviews test documentation, including test plans, procedures, scenarios, and evaluation reports, ensuring alignment with program requirements and acquisition guidance.
- Designs and conducts functional, integration, and operational testing, documenting results and identifying defects, risks, and performance gaps.
- Analyzes test data using quantitative and qualitative methods to provide actionable insights and support evidence-based decision-making.
- Collaborates with program managers, engineers, and stakeholders to validate requirements, refine test objectives, and improve system performance.
- Ensures compliance with DHS acquisition policies, T&E frameworks, and applicable standards, maintaining traceability between requirements and test outcomes.
- Supports test readiness reviews, operational assessments, and system evaluations, providing recommendations to inform milestone decisions.
- Maintains test artifacts, metrics, and reporting dashboards, ensuring accurate communication of test status, risks, and results to leadership.
Required Skills and Education:
- Bachelor’s degree at least 3 years’ experience
- Engineering (or technical) experience
- Excellent oral and written communications skills
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
- Preferred qualifications
- Advanced degree (MS or PhD)
- Knowledge of Department of Homeland Security Acquisition and Systems Engineering policy
Security Clearance:
- DHS Suitability
- Secret
When you work for JRAD you will never be just a number. We put people before profits!
JRAD is committed to the health and well-being of its employees. We offer more paid time off than the average company upon hire and the following benefits are available to all full-time employees:
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical & dependent day care
- Disability Insurance
- 401K Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
JRAD is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
The JRAD salary range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. There are many factors considered when determining the compensation provided in an offer. These factors include, but are not limited to position responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and contract terms and conditions.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- At least 3 years' experience
- Engineering (or technical) experience
- Excellent oral and written communications skills
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
- Advanced degree (MS or PhD)
- Knowledge of DHS Acquisition and Systems Engineering policy
What We Do
As a recognized leader in the Chemical and Biological Defense (CBD) community, we will continually strive to provide a distinguishably high level of innovative, proactive approaches in science and technology (S&T), test and evaluation (T&E) and engineering efforts to the U.S. Government, industry and academia. Through the application of subject matter expertise, JRAD personnel will separate themselves from other engineers and scientists by providing consistently high quality services and products at the best value to our customer. JRAD performs its mission through a framework of expertise, community structure, unbiased perspective and visionary leadership enhancing current and future readiness of the war fighter, first responder and civilian communities. JRAD personnel help transform defense objectives into defense achievements by supporting key decision-makers with sound judgment, reliable data and exceptional technical support.
