Advanced Software-Based Testbeds Lead
Apogee Engineering, LLC • Bath Township, Ohio, United States
**Role & seniority: ** Advanced Software-Based Testbeds Lead (Systems Engineering / Test & Evaluation) — senior (8+ years); contingent upon contract award
**Stack/tools: **
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Software-based testbeds & simulators (modeling & simulation)
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Cloud deployment in NASIC Unified Cloud (NUC) non-production environments (or similar DoD clouds)
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Integration with Services of Common Concern / enterprise services
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DevSecOps, automated test frameworks, CI/CD (preferred)
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Top 3 responsibilities:
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Conduct systems engineering analysis using software-based testbeds/simulators to evaluate competing technical solutions
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Design/configure/maintain testbed architectures in NUC non-production cloud environments
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Plan/execute test campaigns; analyze results; provide decision-ready engineering recommendations (including sprint backlog/progress summaries)
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Must-have skills:
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Systems engineering analysis; test & evaluation for complex systems
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Design and operate software-based testbeds/simulation environments
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Cloud architecture/deployment understanding (non-production environments)
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Ability to integrate/test against shared enterprise services and interfaces
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Strong documentation/briefing skills; coordinate across product owners, developers, enterprise architects
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US citizenship; ability to obtain/maintain TS/SCI clearance
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Nice-to-haves:
- Experience with NASIC Unified Cloud (NUC) specifica
Full Description
Overview Apogee has a new and exciting position for Advanced Software-Based Testbeds Lead that Leads the design, analysis, and deployment of advanced software-based testbeds and simulators to evaluate and compare competing technical concepts. Ensures integration of testbeds into NASIC Unified Cloud non-production environments and alignment with Services of Common Concern. Contingent Upon Contract Award Responsibilities Perform systems engineering analysis using software-based testbeds and simulators to assess competing technical solutions. Design, configure, and maintain testbed architectures within NASIC Unified Cloud non-production environments. Plan and execute test campaigns to evaluate system performance, interoperability, and feasibility. Integrate testbeds with required Services of Common Concern and enterprise services. Analyze test results and provide decision-ready engineering recommendations. Coordinate with product owners, developers, and enterprise architects to ensure testbed relevance to mission needs. Maintain and deliver a Prioritized Testbed Backlog and Progress Review summary at the end of each sprint. Qualifications
Minimum Experience
Citizenship: Must be a US citizen Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCIEducation / Years of Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
- 8+ years of experience in systems engineering, modeling & simulation, or test and evaluation for complex systems.
- Experience designing and operating software-based testbeds or simulation environments.
- Familiarity with cloud architectures and deployment in non-production cloud environments.
- Proven ability to integrate and test systems with shared enterprise services and interfaces.
- Strong analytical, documentation, and briefing skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with NASIC Unified Cloud (NUC) or similar DoD cloud environments.
- Background in DevSecOps, automated test frameworks, and CI/CD practices.
- Experience comparing and down-selecting among competing technical concepts for government programs.
- Knowledge of Services of Common Concern and IC/DoD interoperability standards.
Additional InformationLocation: Wright Patterson AFB Dayton, OHOn-site/Hybrid/Remote: On-siteTravel: Occassional
