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Test Engineers/Operations Analysts must have the ability to self-teach to stay current with the best T&E and M&S tools and techniques for evaluating capabilities. Additionally, they must understand ...

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Colorado Springs, CO · On-site

$165 - $180/hr

Experience evaluating both small subsystem test results and major system program results is highly ... Test Analysts/Engineers/Operations Analysts must have the ability to self-teach and stay current ...

Experience evaluating both small subsystem test results and major system program results is highly ... Test Analysts/Engineers/Operations Analysts must have the ability to self-teach and stay current ...

Experience evaluating both small subsystem test results and major system program results is highly ... Test Analysts/Engineers/Operations Analysts must have the ability to self-teach and stay current ...

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How much do evaluation analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for evaluation analyst in Colorado is $77,035.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55,200.00 and $91,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an evaluation analyst?

Evaluation Analysts are professionals who assess the effectiveness and impact of programs, policies, or projects within organizations. They collect, analyze, and interpret data to determine whether objectives are being met and recommend improvements based on their findings. Their work often involves designing evaluation frameworks, preparing reports, and presenting results to stakeholders. Evaluation Analysts play a key role in ensuring that initiatives deliver value and achieve intended outcomes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an evaluation analyst?

To thrive as an Evaluation Analyst, you need strong analytical skills, experience with data collection and statistical analysis, and typically a degree in statistics, social sciences, or a related field. Proficiency in data analysis software like SPSS, R, or Excel, along with knowledge of evaluation frameworks and methodologies, is commonly required. Attention to detail, critical thinking, and effective communication are vital soft skills for interpreting results and presenting findings to stakeholders. These skills ensure accurate assessments, actionable insights, and informed decision-making within organizations.

How does an evaluation analyst typically collaborate with other departments to ensure comprehensive program assessments?

Evaluation Analysts often work closely with program managers, data teams, and subject matter experts to gather relevant data and contextual information. They facilitate meetings to clarify evaluation objectives, align metrics, and discuss findings. This cross-functional collaboration ensures that assessments are thorough, actionable, and tailored to organizational goals. Regular communication and feedback loops help Evaluation Analysts refine their methodologies and deliver insights that are both accurate and practical for decision-making.

What is the difference between Evaluation Analyst vs Data Analyst?

AspectEvaluation AnalystData Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in social sciences, statistics, or related field; sometimes certifications in evaluation methodsBachelor's degree in statistics, computer science, or related field; often certifications in data analysis or visualization
Work EnvironmentResearch organizations, government agencies, nonprofits, or consulting firms focused on program evaluationCorporate, healthcare, finance, or tech industries analyzing large datasets
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in sectors assessing program effectiveness and policy impactUsed across industries for data-driven decision making and reporting

Evaluation Analysts focus on assessing program effectiveness and outcomes, often working in research or nonprofit settings. Data Analysts handle large datasets to uncover trends and support business decisions across various industries. While both roles require analytical skills and related credentials, Evaluation Analysts emphasize evaluation methodologies, whereas Data Analysts focus on data manipulation and visualization.

What cities in Colorado are hiring for Evaluation Analyst jobs?

Cities in Colorado with the most Evaluation Analyst job openings:

Infographic showing various Evaluation Analyst job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $77,035 per year, or $37 per hour.

Test and Evaluation Engineer

KBR, Inc.

Colorado Springs, CO • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired 2 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.


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8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

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Job description

Title:
Test and Evaluation Engineer
Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!
Senior Test and Evaluation Engineer
KBR's National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country's most critical role - protecting our national security.
Why Join Us?
  • Innovative Projects: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
  • Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
  • Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in successfully getting mission capability on orbit and shaping the future of space reconnaissance.

Position Description/Job Responsibilities:
KBR is seeking a Test and Evaluation Engineer to work with our team to supporting the United States Space Force Space Training and Readiness Command (STARCOM) Test and Evaluation Squadrons (TES) at Schriever SFB in Colorado Springs, CO. An active TS/SCI security clearance with eligibility for Special Access Programs (SAP) is required.
Applicants should have experience in acquisition lifecycle and multiple phases of the test and evaluation process. Strong applicants will have experience with contractor or developmental testing, operational testing, and live-fire testing, particularly testing of space systems, and the role of modeling and simulation (M&S) and hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) in a test campaign. Experience in evaluating both small subsystems' test results and major system program results is highly desired. In addition, applicants should have familiarity with major DoD acquisition programs as part of the Space Force acquisition process. Successful applicants should be adept at breaking complex systems into functional elements and determining test objectives applicable to each. Test Engineers/Operations Analysts must have the ability to self-teach to stay current with the best T&E and M&S tools and techniques for evaluating capabilities. Additionally, they must understand the advantages and limitations of differing techniques for solving a particular problem.
Responsibilities:
  • Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of space systems tests & experiments
  • Design, develop, and execute advanced test/experimentation programs and processes to conduct assessment of space systems
  • Apply optimal scientific and statistical tools such as design of experiments to increase test efficiency and produce actionable test results
  • Create/review test engineering documentation to include test plans, Test Information Sheets, Safety Packages, Data Analysis. Management Plans, Technical and Safety Review Board Briefs, Test Readiness Briefs, Test Cards, and Test/Analysis Reports as required
  • Perform analysis on pre-test predictions, including those obtained through M&S and HWIL, to design test events and profiles, define data collection requirements, and develop go/no-go criteria to meet test objectives
  • Work with programs to perform reviews of systems, sub-systems, and components to ensure the data management and analysis plan (DMAP) provides proper data collection for real-time and post-mission data processing, evaluation, and analysis to meet test/experimentation objectives
  • Set up data analysis requests, process data, perform data quality control review and anomaly resolution, and analyze data as per the data analysis plan
  • Execute simulations to predict or evaluate system effectiveness or suitability under relevant operational conditions and scenarios
  • Monitor the gathering of M&S data and guide test result evaluation to determine if system configurations and architecture meet customer specifications and performance expectations
  • Create Test Reports/Presentations of complex data sets
  • Create/enhance data analysis tools

Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree preferably in Operations Research, Engineering, Math, Probability, Statistics or Science
  • 5+ years of demonstrated Systems &/or Test Engineering experience with space, ground, operations, and sustainment segments of DoD
  • An understanding of test, evaluation and experimentation and the distinctions between developmental, operational, and integrated test
  • Comfortable with methodologies including modeling and simulation, laboratory testing, open-air testing, and live-fire testing and supporting skills such as modeling and simulation, system decomposition, design of experiments and response surface methodologies, regression testing, and validation of models and simulations
  • Team mentality to provide integrated engineering/analysis support for design reviews, test planning working groups, test card prep, disciplined test execution, and collaborative authorship of post flight reports
  • Willingness to accept changing and evolving roles & responsibilities in support of customer requirements and needs
  • Aptitude and patience to process and analyze complex system test/experimentation data
  • Technical expertise in one or more of the following areas: Space-related data communications, EO/IR/RF Sensors, Spacecraft GNC, Space system Architectures, Space Battle Management and Control, Cyber
  • Active TS/SCI security clearance with eligibility for Special Access Programs (SAP)

Desired Qualifications:
  • Master's Degree in Operations Research, Engineering, Math, Probability, Statistics or Science with 10+ years of demonstrated experience
  • Space Weapons officer (W13S/13S), with understanding of joint operations environment, and/or Offensive/Defensive space tactics &/OR graduate of specialized T&E training (e.g., USAFTPS Space Test Course)
  • DoD Acquisition Professional Development (ADPD) Test and Evaluation Level 3 certification
  • Experience within the DoD or as a Defense Contractor working in test and evaluation
  • Knowledge of orbital mechanics and astrodynamics
  • Space operations and/or orbital mechanics
  • Statistical techniques for approaching complex problems with large amounts of data
  • Application of operations research techniques and supporting skills such as database query languages, design of experiment and response surface methodologies, scripting language programming, and development of appropriate models and simulations

Work Location: Onsite at Schriever SFB, CO
Basic Compensation:
The salary range for this position is approximately $125,000 -$140,000.
The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.
Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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At KBR, we partner with government and industry clients to provide purposeful and comprehensive solutions with an emphasis on efficiency and safety. With a full portfolio of services, proprietary technologies and expertise, our employees are ready to handle projects and missions from planning and design to sustainability and maintenance. Whether at the bottom of the ocean or in outer space, our clients trust us to deliver the impossible on a daily basis.

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Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Houston, TX, US

Year founded

1998