Overview
SimVentions is 100% employee-owned and proudly ranked among Virginia’s Best Places to Work year after year! We are seeking a highly motivated Data Analyst to support the Softkill Coordination Subsystem (SKCS) program within the Electronic Warfare (EW) Combat Systems portfolio. This position provides hands-on experience working directly with test assets, tactical software, combat system interfaces, and multi-domain test environments. The analyst will support a combination of Test Support and Test & Evaluation (T&E) activities for SKCS including at-sea trials, land‑based tests, integration events, and formal qualification testing. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, comfortable working in Linux-based environments, and able to interpret system behavior, visualize performance data, and translate technical findings into clear, actionable reports.
Travel
Up to 25%
Clearance
An ACTIVE Secret Clearance is required for this position. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. US Citizenship is required to obtain a clearance.
Requirements
- Experience supporting testing or evaluation of tactical Navy systems, preferably EW or combat systems
- Ability to analyze system behavior, interpret performance data, and identify discrepancies against requirements
- Strong technical writing skills to develop reports, presentations, and documentation
- Experience supporting system testing, data collection, or system validation activities
- Familiarity with Linux environments (RHEL preferred)
- Working knowledge of SQL, Python, shell scripting (Bash), Visual Basic, or similar analytical tools
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel (data analysis, charts, formulas, macros preferred)
- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum processes and Atlassian tools (JIRA, Confluence)
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage test artifacts, file packages, and configuration data
Responsibilities
- Learn and understand SKCS test assets, test environments, requirements, interfaces, tactical libraries, and subsystem capabilities
- Assess whether software behavior matches documented requirements during testing and identify deviations
- Support execution of SKCS subsystem tests, including software build testing, regression testing, integration testing, Build Quality Tests (BQTs), and Formal Qualification Testing (FQT)
- Maintain and update SKCS test cases, test procedures, and the Specification Requirements Verification Matrix (SRVM)
- Collect, record, validate, and analyze data during on-site and off-site test events
- Document and submit Test Observation Reports (TORs) and Trouble Reports (TRs) for issues discovered during testing
- Travel to external test ranges to support data collection and ensure test event accuracy (at-sea trials, pierside events, land-based test sites such as Dahlgren, VA, Wallops Island, VA, and Mooresetown, NJ)
- Support integration testing with AN/SLQ‑32(V)6, AN/SLQ‑32(V)7, Aegis, and SSDS Combat System baselines
- Analyze test observation data, create data visualizations, and generate formal test documentation, including quick looks, SITREPs, performance summaries, and specification change requests
- Assist the I&T team as needed during daily stand-ups, Agile ceremonies, sprint activities, and ad-hoc meetings
- Maintain SKCS tactical hardware and software configuration, including simulation/stimulation tools and test scenarios
- Provide daily status updates and support coordination of test assets, schedules, and team activities across multiple sites and stakeholders
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Background in Combat System integration, test, or certification
- Experience supporting Navy Program Offices, NSWC labs, or SEWIP programs
- Understanding of SKCS or related EW program components
- Experience supporting at-sea test events or operating in dynamic test environments
- Ability to troubleshoot test environment issues and assist with maintaining lab configurations
Education
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and/or minimum 3 years of demonstrated experience providing program planning and execution analysis to project managers.
Compensation
Compensation at SimVentions is determined by a number of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, education, training, security clearance, work location, skills, knowledge, and competencies, as well as alignment with our corporate compensation plan and contract specific requirements.
The projected annual compensation range for this position is $88,000 - $120,000 (USD). This estimate reflects the standard salary range for this position and is just one component of the total compensation package that SimVentions offers.
Benefits
At SimVentions, we’re committed to supporting the total well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefit offerings include comprehensive health and welfare plans to serve a variety of needs.
We offer:
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Competitive 401(k) programs
- Retirement and Financial Counselors
- Health Savings and Health Reimbursement Accounts
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life insurance, short- & long-term disability
- Continuing Education Assistance
- Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Leave (e.g., Maternity, Paternity, Jury Duty, Bereavement, Military)
- Third Party Employee Assistance Program that offers emotional and lifestyle well-being services, to include free counseling
- Supplemental Benefit Program
Why Work for SimVentions?
SimVentions is about more than just being a place to work with other growth-orientated technically exceptional experts. It’s also a fun place to work. Our family-friendly atmosphere encourages our employee-owners to imagine, create, explore, discover, and do great things together.
Support Our Warfighters
SimVentions is a proud supporter of the U.S. military, and we take pride in our ability to provide relevant, game-changing solutions to our armed men and women around the world.
Drive Customer Success
We deliver innovative products and solutions that go beyond the expected. This means you can expect to work with a team that will allow you to grow, have a voice, and make an impact.Get Involved in Giving Back
We believe a well-rounded company starts with well-rounded employees, which is why we offer diverse service opportunities for our team throughout the year.
Build Innovative Technology
SimVentions takes pride in its innovative and cutting-edge technology, so you can be sure that whatever project you work on, you will be having a direct impact on our customer’s success.
Work with Brilliant People
We don’t just hire the smartest people; we seek experienced, creative individuals who are passionate about their work and thrive in our unique culture.
Create Meaningful Solutions
We are trusted partners with our customers and are provided challenging and meaningful requirements to help them solve.
Employees who join SimVentions will enjoy additional perks like:
- Employee Ownership: Work with the best and help build YOUR company!
- Family focus: Work for a team that recognizes the importance of family time.
- Culture: Add to our culture of technical excellence and collaboration.
- Dress code: Business casual, we like to be comfortable while we work.
- Resources: Excellent facilities, tools, and training opportunities to grow in your field.
- Open communication: Work in an environment where your voice matters.
- Corporate Fellowship: Opportunities to participate in company sports teams and employee-led interest groups for personal and professional development.
- Employee Appreciation: Multiple corporate events throughout the year, including Holiday Events, Company Picnic, Imagineering Day, and more.
- Founding Partner of the FredNats Baseball team: Equitable distribution of tickets for every home game to be enjoyed by our employee-owners and their families from our private suite.
- Food: We have a lot of food around here!
