Lead Test Engineer

Viasat Government

. Lead developmental, integration, verification, validation, and operational testing for advanced defense systems .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeDayton • Ohio • United StatesSenior💰 $166,400 - $208,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading developmental and operational testing for advanced defense systems, with a strong focus on DoD testing methodologies and risk management. Capable of delivering comprehensive test reports and briefing leadership on system performance and readiness.

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Test EngineeringSystems IntegrationVerification And ValidationDoD Testing MethodologiesActive TS/SCI Clearance

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Hard Skills

Test Strategy DevelopmentTest Execution ManagementSystem Performance EvaluationRisk ManagementRequirements Traceability

Soft Skills

LeadershipTeam ManagementCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

INCOSECertified Systems Engineering ProfessionalISTQBCertified Tester Advanced Test AnalystProject Management ProfessionalCertified Agile TesterSAFe AgilistDAWIA Test & Evaluation Certification

Industry Keywords

Defense SystemsOperational TestingMultidisciplinary Test TeamsTest ReportsGovernment Briefings

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead developmental, integration, verification, validation, and operational testing for advanced defense systems
Establish test strategies
Direct test execution
Evaluate system performance
Lead multidisciplinary test teams
Manage test risks and readiness assessments
Deliver comprehensive test reports
Brief Government leadership on findings and recommendations supporting system acceptance and operational readiness

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or related discipline
12+ years of test engineering, systems integration, or verification and validation experience
Practical application of DoD testing methodologies and requirements traceability
Demonstrated leadership of complex technical test efforts
Active TS/SCI clearance
Professional certifications in INCOSE, Certified Systems Engineering Professional, ISTQB, Certified Tester Advanced Test Analyst, and PMI, Project Management Professional are preferred
Additional certifications in Certified Agile Tester, SAFe Agilist, and DAWIA Test & Evaluation Certification are preferred