Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary: $165,000.00 - $180,000.00 negotiable
About Us: PMAT is an innovative small business founded with a passion for developing forward-leaning solutions from exceptional people that increase the mission's capability. We focus on designing and building impactful digital solutions that utilize modern cloud, data, and software concepts. Our passion is working on complex and progressive challenges such as edge platform computing, containerizing legacy platforms, distributed data platforms, or heterogeneous data analysis. We recruit, retain, and foster a team motivated to pursue passions, investigate new ways of doing things, and embody an innovative and entrepreneurial spirit.
We believe in being curious about every element of a problem and experiment relentlessly. We foster continuous learning in an environment that encourages positive collaboration and expands our capabilities. We tap into collective intelligence, acknowledging that the most brilliant people may not be in the room. Above all else, we believe that delivering and demonstrating is more potent than a sheet of paper. We are passionate about mission-centric design and delivering effective capabilities to and for the warfighter.
Whether youre an experienced engineer or just beginning your career, youll work alongside experts who are committed to solving mission-critical problems. If youre passionate about using your skills to make a real difference, apply today and become part of a team thats shaping the future of defense technology!
About the Role: PMAT is seeking a skilled Test & Evaluation (T&E) Lead to support the ONMIS system and associated functionality within a Navy systems engineering and lab test environment. This role leads the development and execution of test plans, coordinates multi-team efforts, and ensures high-quality evaluation of integrated, shipboard, and system-of-systems capabilities.
Responsibilities:
- Develop, document, and execute test plans in support of ONMIS system functionality.
- Lead test activities across multiple teams (team of teams) to support development and operational testing in a lab-based environment.
- Conduct technical evaluations, record results, and report findings to engineering and program leadership.
- Collaborate with systems engineers, software developers, and stakeholders to validate requirements and ensure test coverage.
- Support integration and testing of shipboard networks, Aegis Weapon System interfaces, and related Navy systems.
- Contribute to System-of-Systems (SoS) architecture assessments and support scenario-based evaluation.
- Coordinate with customer and PMAT leadership to support test readiness, execution, and reporting.
- Travel as required for integration events, customer meetings, and test execution.
Required Skills and Experience:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Technical experience with shipboard networks and the Aegis Weapon System.
- Strong systems engineering experience with the ability to develop and understand System-of-Systems architectures.
- Demonstrated ability to lead multiple teams (team of teams) through planning and execution of development and operational tests in a lab environment.
- Ability to work collaboratively in fast-paced, highly technical DoD environments.
- Willingness to travel.
- Ability to safely carry tools, equipment, and materials aboard ship, including ascending and descending shipboard ladders(stairwells) and navigating confined spaces while maintaining required points of contact. Tools and equipment will weigh no more than 50 lbs.
- Ability to perform required work aboard Navy vessels and in shipboard environments, including navigating narrow passageways, ascending, and descending ladders (stairwells), working on elevated platforms, and operating in variable sea conditions.
- Ability to perform activities on a reoccurring basis during shipboard operations or testing evolutions.
- Ability to comply with Navy safety requirements and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Ability to operate in a DDIL office environment
Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable qualified individuals to meet these requirements and perform the essential functions of the position.
Preferred Skills and Experience:
- Experience supporting Navy programs, NAVWAR/NIWC Pacific, or ONMIS-adjacent systems.
- Experience with test automation tools, data collection platforms, or DevSecOps pipelines.
- Familiarity with Distributed Maritime Operations (DMO), NOA, or C2/ISR Navy initiatives.
- Prior experience in system integration labs (SILs), afloat testing, or fleet introduction.
Education and Certification Requirements:
- Bachelors degree in a quantitative field such as engineering or mathematics (e.g., Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Information Systems).
- Additional technical certifications (e.g., Security+, Network+, AWS, or Systems Engineering credentials) are a plus if required by contract.
Citizenship and Clearance Requirements:
- US Citizenship
- No dual citizenship
- Active DOD TSSCI clearance required
Location:
- Onsite or hybrid depending on contract requirements.
- Work may occur in a San Diego system integration lab or customer facility. Some travel may be required for testing events or coordination.
Travel:
- Up to 1025% CONUS, depending on test event schedules and customer needs.
Work Environment: PMAT offices as needed. In some cases, work in a government facility may be required. Travel may be required for customer engagement, team coordination, and potentially for business development.
PMAT is an equal-opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.
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