What are the responsibilities and job description for the Test Engineer position at CTC Group?
Summary
CTC Group has a new and exciting opportunity for Test Engineers in our Intelligence Community Division. Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Systems Engineering, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. At CTC Group, we offer competitive benefits, including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, and much more.
Join us and help us make a difference in our Nation’s Security!
Locations: Annapolis Junction / Ft. Meade
Responsibilities
- Support testing and evaluation of advanced Expeditionary Mission Center (EMC) systems that deliver real-time SIGINT and cyber capabilities for global operations.
- Plan and execute system and performance analysis across multiple testing levels—simulation, laboratory, and field—to validate mission readiness and operational suitability.
- Develop and apply modeling, simulation, and statistical tools to assess system effectiveness, identify performance risks, and strengthen decision-maker confidence in mission outcomes.
- Collaborate with systems engineers to align test planning with design requirements, data flows, and technical dependencies, ensuring accuracy and completeness of evaluation efforts.
- Lead data and configuration management for all testing events, maintaining traceability, authenticity, and compliance with discrepancy reporting and mission assurance standards.
- Coordinate testing schedules and evaluation plans with integrated product teams, aligning technical milestones with program decision points to ensure timely mission delivery.
- Produce detailed evaluation and analysis reports, providing actionable insights that guide system improvements, mission assurance, and overall operational performance.
Requirements
- Active TS/SCI with polygraph security clearance
- Bachelor’s degree in Math, Science, Engineering, Statistics, Engineering Management or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
- Four (4) years of additional TE experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
Level 1 Qualifications
- Two (2) years experience as a TE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity is required.
Level 2 Qualifications
- Five (5) years experience as a TE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity is required.
Level 3 Qualifications
- Eight (8) years experience as a TE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity is required.
Pay Information
The final salary may be influenced by various factors, such as location, labor categories, experience, education, and/or certifications. CTC also provides a variety of benefits as well as opportunities for continuous education and development.
The estimated salary range for this position is $145,000 - $195,000.
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Why CTC Group?
As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), we recognize that successful partnerships are based on open and direct communication, mutual respect, and the ability to adapt to evolving capabilities. Our cleared employees bring decades of experience supporting customers in the Intelligence and Defense communities. We specialize in providing engineering, technical, operational support, and training services to Federal government, and Mission Operations.
CTC Group provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to, Health/Dental/Vision, 401k, PTO and holiday pay, disability and life insurance. To learn more about our benefits, click here.
CTC Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, physical disability, genetic information, mental disability, age, military status or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner status, gender (including sex stereotyping), medical condition (including, but not limited to, cancer related or HIV/AIDS related) or sexual orientation in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Salary : $145,000 - $195,000