AF Wing Command and Control Test Engineer

Overview AF Wing Command and Control Test Engineer - Senior - TGS Be the Difference Astrion offers comprehensive services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success across various domains, from Cyber to Digital, Mission and Systems, servicing our nation's Civilian, Defense and Space communities. We support customers with Centers of Excellence in Washington DC, Huntsville, AL and Burlington, MA with an additional 36 locations across the U.S. Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a AF Wing Command and Control Test Engineer for the 96 th Cyberspace Test Group, supporting the Astrion Air Force Division. JOB DETAILS LOCATION: Eglin AFB, FL JOB STATUS: Full-time TRAVEL: 20% REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS Master's degree in a technical domain or additional years of qualifying experience A minimum of 10 years of work experience, or additional years' experience for degree substitution Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance for consideration with eligibility for a Top Secret Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required) Experience with Wing C2 functions and working in a Wing Operations Center (WOC) Experience interfacing with AOC, A-Staff, Major Command, and Numbered Air Force personnel, as well as lateral and subordinate operation centers (i.e. MOC) Experience with the Lead Wing concept and Lead Wing functions Expertise in receiving, planning, and executing Air Tasking Orders (ATO) developed by the AOC Knowledge of Mission Type Orders (MTOs) and Mission Reporting (MISREPs) Experience interfacing with multiple stakeholders regarding project scope, status, schedules, and required documentation Effective oral and written communications skills, good interpersonal communications skills and be comfortable working in a team environment High level of self-initiative and self-motivation with the ability to work under minimal supervision Proficient in Office 365 products to include Word, Excel PowerPoint, Teams and SharePoint DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS Experience working in a deployed Wing Operations Center and mobile command center equipment requirements Experience with Integrated Air & Missile Defense (IAMD) desired Working knowledge of Medusa and Counter UAS systems a plus Prior work experience in Operational Test (OT) Proficient using Confluence as a team workspace and collaboration tool In-depth knowledge of DAFI 99-103, Capabilities-Based Test and Evaluation RESPONSIBILITIES Initiate and develop test requirements for, and coordinate with, complex test projects including Command and Control system testing Provide strategic test guidance, advice and expertise to internal 96 CTG personnel, supported program office personnel and senior leadership for test projects Provide detailed analysis of courses of action (COAs) for test projects, analyze and make recommendations for improvements and optimization of test projects to program offices Provide test customer specific expertise on test design and test-influenced product design Provide cross domain expertise to test customers to optimize their utilization of test resources and improve their ability to provide complete functionality to fielded products Organize and interpret data to inform DOD decision makers, turns data into actionable knowledge; drive successful operations and shape organization technology and resource investments Research advanced capabilities and offer solutions to the customers' most complex and challenging problems Support test engineers when interacting with System Program Offices, other military services, and development contractors What We Offer Competitive salaries Continuing education assistance Professional development allotment Multiple healthcare benefits packages 401K with employer matching Paid time off (PTO) along with a federally recognized holiday schedule Who We Are At Astrion, we innovate, elevate, and shape the world of tomorrow. At our core is our purpose to "Be the Difference". This means we encourage our employees to take action and be the driving force for positive change. We foster an environment where innovative solutions flourish and our company continuously evolves. We have a culture of care, empathy, and making a tangible difference within our organization and communities. We embrace continuous learning, growth, and innovation, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. We promote collaboration and empowering our teams is at the core of our success. Join Astrion and Be the Difference in your career and the world. Astrion is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. "Air Force Cyber Division"