Edwards, California, United States
A Government Test Director is a technical and operational leader responsible for planning, directing, and overseeing test and evaluation (T&E) activities for government systems and programs. The role ensures that test plans are properly designed, executed, and analyzed to validate system performance, identify risks, and inform acquisition decisions. Test Directors coordinate with engineers, program managers, operators, and stakeholders to ensure test objectives align with mission requirements, while maintaining compliance with safety, security, and regulatory standards. They serve as the government’s authoritative voice during test execution, making real-time decisions, ensuring data integrity, and delivering results that directly impact capability development and warfighter readiness.