IT Quality Assurance Tester SME- TS/SCI w/poly

General Dynamics Information Technology

Herndon (VA)

On-site

USD 170,000 - 229,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology is seeking an IT Quality Assurance Tester SME to join a large-scale National Intelligence program onsite in Herndon, VA. The role emphasizes developing and executing test plans, validating system quality, and driving continuous improvement.

A TS/SCI with poly is required and US citizenship is mandatory. As part of a dynamic team, you will apply quality principles, document results, and support release decisions.

Qualifications

  • Technical Training, Certification(s) or Degree, 10+ years of experience in IT Quality Assurance
  • Clearance: Active TS/SCI clearance with poly
  • US Citizenship Required

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and inspections to evaluate software and process quality and performance
  • Apply engineering and quality principles to validate that systems operate as intended and that changes in conditions or environments are assessed for impact
  • Identify defects and operating errors through logical analysis and troubleshooting, recommending corrective actions
  • Produce clear, audience-appropriate written test documentation, results, and quality reports to support release decisions and continuous improvement

Skills

Process Quality Control
Quality Standards
Test Plans

Job description

Requisition Details
  • Type of Requisition: Regular
  • Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph
  • Clearance Level Must Be Able To Obtain: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph
  • Public Trust/Other Required: None
  • Job Family: Software Engineering
  • Job Qualifications: Process Quality Control, Quality Standards, Test Plans
  • Certifications: None
  • Experience: 10 + years of related experience
  • US Citizenship Required: Yes
Job Description:

IT QUALITY ASSURANCE TESTER SME

Are you ready to be a part of an elite team at GDIT, working on a large-scale National Intelligence program? This is an incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in an environment that fuses innovation, speed, and security to safeguard our Nation.

At GDIT, you'll thrive in a dynamic and collaborative setting, where your technical skills will be both challenged and expanded. Come join us and contribute to a mission that truly matters, while advancing your career alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry.

What You’ll Achieve
  • Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and inspections to evaluate software and process quality and performance;
  • Apply engineering and quality principles to validate that systems operate as intended and that changes in conditions or environments are assessed for impact;
  • Identify defects and operating errors through logical analysis and troubleshooting, recommending corrective actions;
  • Produce clear, audience-appropriate written test documentation, results, and quality reports to support release decisions and continuous improvement.
Experience Requirements
  • Technical Training, Certification(s) or Degree, 10+ years of experience in IT Quality Assurance
  • Clearance: Active TS/SCI clearance with poly
  • US Citizenship Required

LOCATION: Onsite

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

  • Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
  • Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
  • Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
  • Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace
OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Explore a career in software development at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your dedication to advancing innovation.

Salary

The likely salary range for this position is $169,604 - $229,464. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Work Details

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA VA Herndon

Total Rewards At GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Identity Verification Process

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

About Our Work

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.

Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at gdit.com/tc.

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