Dr. Raymond D. O’Toole, Jr.

Acting Director, Operational Test & Evaluation U.S. Department of Defense

Dr. O’Toole is currently the Acting Director for DOT&E. Dr. O’Toole has served as the Principal Deputy Director, Operational Test and Evaluation (DOT&E) since February 16, 2020. DOT&E provides direct and independent reporting to Congress to give them unbiased, unvarnished assessments of system performance. Dr. O’Toole has more than 30 years of experience as a naval officer (active and reserve), retiring at the rank of captain. His significant tours included five as commanding officer.

Prior to becoming Principal Deputy Director, Dr. O’Toole was DOT&E’s Deputy Director for Naval Warfare. Before joining DOT&E, he served as the Deputy Group Director of Aircraft Carrier Design and Systems Engineering at Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA). Prior to that, Dr. O’Toole was the Director of Systems Engineering Division (Submarines and Undersea Systems), where he led a diverse team of engineers who supported all submarine program managers. Dr. O’Toole’s other NAVSEA assignments included Navy technical authority for USS VIRGINIA Class submarines during the design and new construction phases, and for amphibious ships, auxiliary ships, and command and control ships during in-service operations.

Dr. O’Toole’s present role includes serving as the principal staff assistant to the Director, Operational Test and Evaluation for all functional areas assigned to the office. He participates in formulation, advocacy, and oversight of Defense Department test and evaluation policies, as well as development and implementation of test and test resource programs. Dr. O’Toole supports the Director in the planning, conduct, evaluation, and reporting of operational and live fire testing. He served as DOT&E’s Acting Director from January 20, 2021, until December 19, 2021.