Overview
Test and Evaluation (T&E) is a critical part of the DoD acquisition process. T&E professionals develop, optimize, execute and evaluate the testing of system performance, interoperability, reliability, maintainability and cybersecurity. They offer unbiased information to support and inform design improvements, production and fielding decisions.
The Test and Evaluation (T&E) functional area is supported by:
Army Acquisition Functional Advisor – Vacant (pending designation of new AAFA)
Workforce Demographics
(Data current as of 31 December 2024)
Top 5 Civilian Occupational Groups
Certification
View the Certification in DAU’s iCatalog
DAWIA Grace Period
Foundational – One year relevant acquisition experience with evidence of demonstrated proficiency (awareness) in ETM competencies
Practitioner – Four (4) years relevant acquisition experience with evidence of demonstrated proficiency (intermediate) in ETM competencies.
Competencies
View the Competencies for each Functional Area by clicking this link Certification & Core Plus Development Guides (dau.edu) and selecting the Functional Area name (such as Contracting or LCL). It will take you to the DOD Competency Model for this Functional Area.
Continuous Learning
- Recommended Continuous Learning Opportunities for the Test and Evaluation Functional Area – OUSD (Mission Capabilities) Memorandum: Contains recommended Continuous Learning opportunities for the Test and Evaluation (T&E) functional area to assist the defense acquisition workforce in identifying meaningful development activities beyond mandatory certification. This document has two attachments. (25 November 2024)
- Recommended Credentials and Continuous Learning Points for the Test and Evaluation Acquisition Functional Area – ASA(ALT) Director, Army Test and Evaluation Memorandum: Provides Continuous Learning Point (CLP) guidance from the Test and Evaluation (T&E) Army Acquisition Functional Leader (AAFL) to Army Acquisition Workforce professionals within this Functional Area. In this memorandum, the T&E AAFL identifies technical areas, Defense Acquisition University (DAU) and other provider courses, and credentials that T&E AAW professionals should take during the current CLP cycle, in order to maintain currency through self-development and continuous education. (Nov. 07, 2024)
- Defense Acquisition Workforce Professional Currency
Credentials
Defense Acquisition Credentials provide the knowledge and associated skills needed to perform job-centric, niche, and/or emerging functions in the defense acquisition environment. They are intended to enhance specific skills and improve performance in the workplace. Whether you manage capability requirements, acquire services/systems, or sustain capabilities, earning credentials can build your competence, confidence, and value to your organization and the DOD.
DAU Credential Program
Career Model
The Army DACM Office has developed Career Models for each acquisition functional area, which are intended as notional guides for professional growth and a well-rounded acquisition experience. Acquisition workforce employees, along with their supervisors, should use these models as tools for developing a plan to advance throughout one’s acquisition career.
