Senior Test Lead - TSA Acceptance Testing

Battelle delivers when others can't. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. Job Summary Battelle is seeking a Senior Test Lead for the TSA Acceptance Testing Program, supporting a broad range of testing and evaluation activities nationwide. This is a hybrid opportunity based in the Washington, D.C. metro area. The successful candidate will work under the guidance of the Task Lead for the program and will be responsible for planning, coordinating, executing, and reporting testing efforts for Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), Operational Readiness Testing (ORT), Verification Testing (VT), and Integrated Site Acceptance Testing (ISAT). •Please note, this position is contingent upon Battelle receiving a contract award. Final hiring decisions will depend on organizational needs and candidate qualifications, with employment commencing only after the award is confirmed. Responsibilities Lead on‑site testing activities, ensuring compliance with procedural, safety, and quality requirements. Develop test plans, test procedures, and templates to execute testing for all checkpoint and checked baggage technologies. Assign tasks for junior test engineers and test technicians to conduct tests in the field according to TSA guidelines. Ensure tests are executed using TSA‑approved test plans, procedures, and test articles. Coordination with test site and logistics teams to execute tests based on assigned schedules. Prepare key deliverables including Quick Look Reports (QLRs), Test reports, Datasheets, and daily summaries for test activities. Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for specific checkpoint and checked baggage technologies. Participate and provide key inputs for test briefings, technical discussions, and test out briefs with TSA stakeholders. Key Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or a related technical discipline with five (5) years of experience in project or test leadership roles and five (5) years of experience supporting Transportation Security Equipment (TSE) testing or similar complex systems; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Demonstrated experience leading acceptance testing activities in regulated or mission critical environments. Strong understanding of acceptance testing processes, test execution, and reporting. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work in airports, OEM production facilities, test laboratories, and warehouse or storage facilities. Work will be performed remotely, with approximately 50% travel. Ability to lift and move test equipment or test kits (up to 40-50 lbs as needed). Flexibility to support off hours or extended test schedules during active test events. Sole US Citizenship with eligibility and willingness to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance. Salary Range & Compensation Battelle is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The annual salary range for this role is $82k - $116k, in addition to our comprehensive benefits package. A candidate's salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to education, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications. Salary ranges may vary based on geographic location and market conditions. #LI-TF1

Benefits:

Live an Extraordinary Life We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life. Balance life through a compressed work schedule : Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time. Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs . Take time to recharge : You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated. Prioritize wellness : Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits. Better together : Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support. Build your financial future : Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that. Advance your education : Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education. A Work Environment Where You Succeed For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity's most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world. You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to: Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery Partner with world-class experts in a collaborative environment Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders Give back to and improve our communities Vaccinations & Safety Protocols Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients' requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws). Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle. The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department. For more information about our other openings, please visit www.battelle.org/careers