**Description**

The Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) Southwest Division (SWD) is looking for a Senior Test Manager with significant experience in leading DOW developmental and operational test (DT/OT) qualification efforts. The Senior Test Manager – Test & Evaluation (T&E) supports the planning, coordination, execution, and reporting of developmental and operational test activities across the program lifecycle using DOD procedures. In this role, you will help ensure test scope, resources, schedules, documentation, and execution align with acquisition strategy, technical requirements, and government guidance. You will collaborate closely with engineering, logistics, contractors, government stakeholders, test organizations, and end users to validate and verify system performance prior to fielding. The ideal candidate is a self-driven test professional with a passion for hands-on testing and field validation. You should be comfortable leading test planning meetings, writin...