Expert Automated Tester

Leidos; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 116,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking an Automated Tester for a government-focused program in Chantilly, VA. The role involves testing access control systems, IdAM/ICAM, and digital policy management to help ensure secure, reliable IT operations.

The successful candidate will design, execute, and automate test scripts (e.g., Selenium, Katalon, JUnit) within a DevOps environment, document results, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and improve quality.

Qualifications

• Requires Active TS/SCI with Polygraph.
• Bachelor’s Degree with 12+ years of experience; additional years may substitute for degree.
• Experience with test automation methodologies (Selenium or Katalon).
• Understanding of full software life-cycle and DevOps practices.
• Strong communication and teamwork within matrixed environments.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop verification methods for system, subsystem, and component requirements.
• Plan, manage, and track project test efforts.
• Develop detailed test plans, procedures, and reports.
• Oversee testing in a DevOps environment and post-deployment testing.
• Create automated test scripts and coordinate with development teams.

Skills

Test automation

Selenium

Katalon

Junit

Software life-cycle

DevOps

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree + 12+ years experience

Tools

Selenium

Katalon

Junit

Flyway

AWS

Job description

Description

Leidos is seeking an Automated Tester for a 200+ FTE technical development program supporting the Sponsor’s Entitlement Programs as well as IdAM /ICAM, Authentication, Authorization, Attributes and Digital Policy Management. The Test Engineer will support the test of access control systems for a government customer. The successful candidate will support continuity of our customer’s mission by helping ensure secure, reliable, and uninterrupted availability of IT systems.

Description

Leidos is seeking an Automated Tester for a 200+ FTE technical development program supporting the Sponsor’s Entitlement Programs as well as IdAM /ICAM, Authentication, Authorization, Attributes and Digital Policy Management. The Test Engineer will support the test of access control systems for a government customer. The successful candidate will support continuity of our customer’s mission by helping ensure secure, reliable, and uninterrupted availability of IT systems.

The Automated Tester defines, documents, analyzes, performs, and interprets tests for processes, functions, system integration, and user acceptance testing including test units, processes, and functions. Conducts system integration tests and user acceptance testing, creates automated test scripts, and coordinates with the development team to perform tests. Documents the successes and failures of all executed test procedures. Investigates and resolves operational problems in conjunction with other engineering and technical personnel. Provides technical support and advice to other engineering groups. Participates in the development, maintenance, and refinement of quality control and reliability programs.

Primary Responsibilities

• Work with design engineers, production personnel, customers, and other stakeholders to identify and develop verification methods for system, subsystem, and component level requirements
• Investigate problems referred by customer support
• Plan, manage, and track project test efforts
• Evaluate and develop detailed test plans, procedures, and reports
• Oversee and perform testing in a DevOps environment
• Support testing after each deployment
• Work with automated testing techniques
• Work with Junit
• Oversee and perform test reporting * Interact directly with customers, teammates, and functional peer groups
• Communicates with internal team members across multiple areas and client team members.

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
• Bachelor’s Degree and 12+ years’ experience. Additional years of experience in lieu of degree
• Experience with test automation methodologies such as Selenium or Katalon
• Understanding and experience in the complete life-cycle of software systems
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Strong, effective, and professional communication (written/verbal) and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated experience working within matrixed teams
• Ability to plan, prioritize and organize work without close supervision
• Ability to take initiative in troubleshooting; creative in determining approach or action to take in non-routine situations

Desired Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Sciences
• Advanced degree
• Experience with database migration tools such as Flyway
• Experience supporting COTS platforms
• Experience working with / handling Highly Sensitive Data
• Experience conducting unit testing of software modifications
• Experience with SecDevOps
• Experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS)

FIP

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Original Posting

October 8, 2025

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range

Pay Range $116,350.00 - $210,325.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay And Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.