Integration and Test Automation Engineer

RKF Engineering Solutions, LLC (DBA Auria); United States; On-site; USD 94,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Flex Time (Contract Permitting)

Floating Holidays

401(k) match

Education support

Job summary

Auria is actively seeking an Integration and Test Automation Engineer to support developing and testing the EM&C system in Colorado Springs, CO. The role involves automated test development and integration testing of software components to ensure a cohesive solution within the EM&C architecture.

This position supports fully remote work. Occasional travel to customer and government sites is expected, with collaboration in Scrum/Agile teams and production of essential system documentation.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to obtain U.S. Government SECRET clearance; U.S. citizenship required.
• Experience with automated test suites (Playwright, Selenium, Eggplant).
• Experience with API development, enterprise systems, databases, and cloud platforms.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to produce clear system documentation, including design descriptions and test plans.
• Familiarity with DOD SATCOM systems and subsystems and interfaces.
• Understanding of how systems engineering disciplines interact with software engineering.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to work independently or in a team.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain manual and automated tests to streamline workflows and boost efficiency.
• Execute manual and automated tests to ensure integrated systems function properly and troubleshoot issues.
• Identify technical debt and propose improvements to optimize performance and scalability.
• Produce essential system documentation and communicate complex technical details to stakeholders.
• Collaborate in Scrum/Agile processes with interdisciplinary teams.

Skills

Security clearance

Automated testing

API development

Analytical thinking

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Playwright

Selenium

Eggplant

Job description

Auria is actively seeking an Integration and Test Automation Engineer to support developing and testing the Enterprise Management and Control (EM&C) system in Colorado Springs, CO. The ideal candidate will perform Integration and Testing tasks, including automated test development, ensuring that different software components work together seamlessly within the larger EM&C architecture. The main goal is to ensure that various technologies and subsystems produce a cohesive solution that meets the technical requirements of the program. Occasional travel to customer and government sites is expected with this position.

This position supports fully Remote work.

Essential Functions:

• Quality Assurance - Design, implement, and maintain manual and automated tests to streamline workflows and boost efficiency.
• Testing and Validations - Execute manual and automated tests to ensure integrated systems function properly and troubleshoot integration issues, including performance bottlenecks, compatibility problems, and security vulnerabilities.
• Continuous Improvement - Identify technical debt, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement in existing systems, proposing and implementing solutions to optimize performance, scalability, and maintainability.
• Documentation and Communication - Produce essential system documentation and effectively communicate complex technical details to various stakeholders, ensuring clarity and understanding.
• Collaboration and Continuous Improvement - Participate in Scrum/Agile processes, contributing to collaborative and iterative development cycles. Work closely with interdisciplinary teams, stay updated with industry trends, and incorporate feedback for ongoing system refinement.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to obtain U.S. Government SECRET security clearance (requires U.S. Citizenship)
• Experience with the automated test suites (Playwright, Selenium, Eggplant).
• Experience working with API development and enterprise systems, databases, and cloud platforms.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with a capacity to predict, identify, and solve issues efficiently with minimal oversight from program management.
• Ability to create clear and comprehensive system documentation, including design descriptions, requirements specifications, test plans, user guides, and other engineering documents.
• Familiarization with DOD Satellite Communication (SATCOM) systems and subsystems, including systems, products, and interfaces across ground and space components.
• Familiarity with other engineering disciplines (systems, hardware, test, configuration management, and quality engineering) and how they interact with software engineering.
• Excellent verbal, written, communication, and interpersonal skills that provide the capability to work independently and within a team.
• Proficiency with M.S. Office Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current U.S. Government SECRET security clearance (required U.S. Citizenship)
• Experience with the automated test suite: Playwright
• Familiarity with automated test and test-driven development concepts, tools, and languages.
• Experience with modern IT infrastructure capabilities, including virtualization, cloud deployment, and containerization.
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum team using tools to assist system development, such as Jira and Confluence.

Salary Range: $94,000 - $125,000

• Engineer Level 3: Typically, a Bachelor's degree and six or more years of relevant experience, Master's degree with three years of experience

APPLICATION DEADLINE: September 30, 2026

THE AURIA TEAM:

Auria is a provider of solutions and software in support of complex Space, National Security, and Cyber missions of federal, international, and commercial customers. Headquartered in Colorado Springs, CO our success is built on the excellence of diverse teams advancing innovative systems and operational software to strengthen our customers' missions. With a distinguished track record and a spirit of relentless pursuit, and R&D, we set the pace for progress and execute every mission with the utmost precision.

Why You'll Love Working at Auria

We believe our team does their best work when they are well-supported, financially secure, and have the freedom to balance life outside of the office.

Time for What Matters

• Generous & Growing PTO: Start with a substantial paid time off package that increases every year you're with us.
• True Flexibility: Contract permitting, use Flex Time to work in a way that fits your life, not just your 8-to-5.
• 11 Paid Days Off: Enjoy 6 fixed company holidays plus 5 Floating Holidays to use whenever you choose.

Invested in Your Future

• 401(k) Match-Yours to Keep Instantly: We match up to 4% of your contributions. Both your contributions and the company match are yours from day one with no vesting wait-period.
• Industry-Leading Education Support: Level up with up to $12,000 annually for tuition and certifications. We don't just hire talent; we grow it.

Health & Peace of Mind

• Premium Healthcare, Lower Costs: High-quality medical plans paired with a Company-Sponsored HSA to help you save for the future.
• Fully Covered Life Insurance: Breathe easy with life insurance up to $50K provided at zero cost to you.
• Holistic Support: Access our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, financial coaching, and more.

...and that's just the beginning!

Auria is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.