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# Test Planner and Manager at Dark Wolf Solutions

- **Company:** Dark Wolf Solutions
- **Location:** Mountain View, CA / Tucson, AZ / Colorado Springs, CO / San Antonio, TX / Ogden, UT
- **Posted:** 2026-08-31
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-04
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/darkwolfsolutions/jobs/7981796003

## Job description

Dark Wolf is seeking a Test Planner and Manager (TPM) to join our Test & Evaluation (T&E) team. Serving as the critical bridge between commercial innovation and military adoption, the successful candidate will embed rigorous, defensible T&E requirements, milestone evidence, and iteration cadences into non-traditional acquisition pathways (CSOs, OTAs) across the full project lifecycle. In this role, you will design end-to-end test strategies and architectures by translating operational needs and capability claims into structured test plans, defining key Measures of Performance (MOPs) / Measures of Effectiveness (MOEs), Modeling & Simulation (M&S) vs. physical range methodologies, and data requirements. Acting as a key integrator, you will navigate regulatory gating (flight clearances, airworthiness, spectrum, safety, and cyber authorities) to secure early approvals while aligning commercial vendors, Program Managers, and Service test organizations to deliver decision ready evidence that accelerates military fielding. This position will require around 30% travel. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

- Designing end-to-end test strategies by translating operational needs and vendor capability claims into structured test plans. Define key Measures of Performance (MOPs), Measures of Effectiveness (MOEs), Modeling & Simulation (M&S) vs. physical range methodologies, and data requirements.
- Embedding T&E requirements, milestone evidence, and rapid iteration cadences into non-traditional acquisition pathways (e.g., Commercial Solutions Openings [CSOs], Other Transaction Authorities [OTAs]) from pre-solicitation through post-test reporting.
- Guiding projects through regulatory gating—including flight clearances, airworthiness, spectrum allocations, safety, and cybersecurity authorities—to secure approvals early in the lifecycle.
- Acting as a central integrator connecting commercial vendors, Government Program Managers, and Service test organizations to generate decision-ready evidence that accelerates military fielding.
- Drafting clear, technically sound test plans and deliver executive-level documentation to influence project decisions without requiring direct operational ownership.

Required Qualifications

- 5+ years of directly relevant test planning, test management, and full lifecycle T&E experience within DoD or national security domains.
- Proven track record with non-traditional acquisition pathways (CSOs, OTAs) and governance frameworks.
- Strong engineering literacy in a relevant discipline (e.g., Aeronautical, Electrical, Systems, Cybersecurity, or related field).
- Deep working knowledge of military and federal regulatory processes (airworthiness, spectrum, safety, cyber certifications).
- Outstanding executive writing, briefing, and cross-functional leadership skills.
- Ability to travel up to 30% to support range events, partner facilities, and vendor sites.
- US Citizenship and a Secret security clearance.

This position is hybrid with travel requirements in the Southwest region of the United States.

The estimated salary range for this position is $150,000.00 - $175,000.00, commensurate on experience and technical skillset.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity, confirm US Citizenship, and complete the required employment eligibility verification upon hire.

## About Dark Wolf Solutions

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Dark Wolf Solutions provides cyber-centric engineering, software delivery, cloud, data & AI, and mission enablement services to defense, intelligence, and Fortune 500 customers.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Backed by Razor's Edge Ventures)
- **Headquarters**: Herndon, Virginia, United States
- **Founded**: 2013
- **Founders**: Not publicly listed

## Core Business
- **Primary industry/industries**: Cybersecurity, IT Services, Defense & Intelligence, Cloud Engineering, Data & AI
- **Target customers**: B2B, primarily U.S. Federal Government (Defense, Intelligence Community) and Fortune 500 companies
- **Mission or purpose statement**: "Operates at the nexus of mission and technology to meet our Nation’s most demanding objectives." [darkwolf.io](https://darkwolf.io/)

## Products & Services
- **Cybersecurity Engineering & Risk Management**: Defensive and offensive cyber operations, penetration testing, incident response, and risk management.
- **Software Delivery & Cloud**: DevSecOps agile software development, cloud & hybrid solutions, edge computing, and digital platform engineering.
- **Data & AI**: AI/ML solutions, big data management, data science, and analytics.
- **Mission Enablement**: Mission systems, secure communications, multi-INT, autonomous systems, and operational test & evaluation.
- **BrickStor Secure Storage (via RackTop Systems)**: Secure cyber storage and data protection products for defense agencies. [darkwolf.io](https://darkwolf.io/)

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed
- **Key Metric**: In February 2026, the company was awarded a potential **$67.2 million contract** by the U.S. Air Force for cyberspace innovation support. [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/dark-wolf-solutions)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Razor's Edge Ventures is a known investor. [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/dark-wolf-solutions)
- **Growth Signals**: Headcount grew **28.2% year-over-year** (293 employees), with a monthly growth rate of 3.1%. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/darkwolfsolutions) The company reorganized in early 2026 into four core practices (Cybersecurity, Software Delivery & Cloud, Data & AI, Mission Enablement) and expanded its product portfolio with RackTop Systems. [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/dark-wolf-solutions)

## Competitive Advantages
- **Deep Federal Domain Expertise**: Combines cutting-edge technology with specialized knowledge of defense and intelligence mission requirements.
- **Proven Track Record**: Has won at major cyber competitions, including DEFCON (2017, 2022) and BSides DC (2016, 2018). [darkwolf.io](https://darkwolf.io/)
- **Established Contract Vehicles**: Supports agencies through pre-existing contract vehicles, simplifying engagement and accelerating delivery. [darkwolf.io](https://darkwolf.io/)
- **Strong Talent Pipeline**: Recruits heavily from the U.S. Air Force, Army, and major defense contractors like Booz Allen Hamilton, Northrop Grumman, and General Dynamics. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/darkwolfsolutions)

## Strategic Focus
- **Expansion into Data & AI**: The company's recent reorganization emphasizes a new Data & AI practice, signaling a strategic push into machine learning and advanced analytics. [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/dark-wolf-solutions)
- **Productization**: Adding products like BrickStor to its traditional services portfolio to create recurring revenue and deeper customer lock-in. [darkwolf.io](https://darkwolf.io/)
- **Winning Large Contracts**: The $67M Air Force contract demonstrates a focus on securing large-scale, multi-year engagements.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: The company describes its culture as "Work hard, play hard" and refers to its team as "The Pack," emphasizing collaboration and fun. [darkwolf.io](https://darkwolf.io/join-the-pack/)
- **Professional Development**: Offers a "Training Bounty Program" with cash bonuses for completing certifications and training on new technologies. [darkwolf.io](https://darkwolf.io/join-the-pack/)
- **Competitive Edge**: Employees get the opportunity to participate in elite cyber competitions (DEFCON, BSides), building skills and reputation. [darkwolf.io](https://darkwolf.io/join-the-pack/)
- **Benefits**: Includes flexible PTO, 401(k) with employer match + performance-based grant, medical/dental/vision (including zero-cost options), HSA/FSA, short & long-term disability, pet insurance, and incentive compensation. [darkwolf.io](https://darkwolf.io/join-the-pack/)
- **Work Mode**: Positions are available across multiple U.S. locations (Herndon, VA; Tampa, FL; Huntsville, AL; San Antonio, TX; Colorado Springs, CO; etc.) with some hybrid and remote options.
- **Engineering Culture**: Heavy emphasis on DevSecOps, cloud engineering, and cutting-edge tech (AI/ML). The company values continuous learning and tinkering with new technologies. [darkwolf.io](https://darkwolf.io/)

## Sources
1. [darkwolf.io](https://darkwolf.io/)
2. [job-boards.greenhouse.io](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/darkwolfsolutions)
3. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/darkwolfsolutions)
4. [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/dark-wolf-solutions)
5. [darkwolf.io/join-the-pack](https://darkwolf.io/join-the-pack/)

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