Level 2 Test Engineer

Peraton; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 112,000 - 179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 25 days

Bonus plan

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Level 2 Test Engineer in Annapolis, MD to support and execute a broad range of test and evaluation activities across engineering, acquisition, and operations. You will plan performance analyses, apply statistical methods, and design sampling to manage uncertainty while ensuring test readiness and compliance with reporting standards.

You will specify and validate modeling and simulation, develop analysis tools, and contribute to evaluation plans, surveys, and integrated

Qualifications

• Experience with JIRA, GitLab, and Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience as a Test Engineer supporting similar programs or contracts.
• Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, Engineering Management, or a related field (Four additional years of Test Engineer experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree).
• A current TS/SCI with Poly is required.

Responsibilities

• Research and apply Government T&E concepts across engineering, acquisition, and operations.
• Plan and execute performance analysis and sampling approaches to manage uncertainty.
• Develop evaluation documentation including plans, data requirements, and risk assessments.
• Coordinate program- and event-level testing and ensure compliance with reporting standards.
• Support data authentication and data management processes for test activities.

Skills

JIRA

GitLab

Agile/Scrum

Test Engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, Engineering Management, or related field

Job description

Responsibilities

The Level 2 Test Engineer (TE) supports and executes a wide range of test and evaluation (T&E) activities, including assisting with Level 1 tasks based on experience and training. Responsibilities include researching and applying Government T&E concepts across engineering, acquisition, and operations; planning and executing performance analysis; reviewing acquisition approaches to align T&E with decision-maker needs; and analyzing performance risks to inform planning.

The TE will specify, validate, and adapt modeling and simulation, apply statistical analysis to assess performance variability and confidence, and design sampling approaches to manage uncertainty. They will plan and execute data collection, develop and use analysis tools, and carry out evaluation plans using collected test data.

Additional responsibilities include planning and coordinating program- and event-level testing; assessing system requirements, operational environments, and testability; and collaborating with Systems Engineering and stakeholders to support evaluation planning and user participation. The TE will establish and manage data and configuration processes, support data authentication, and ensure compliance with reporting standards.

The role also involves developing evaluation documentation (e.g., evaluation plans, analysis plans, data requirements, risk assessments, and reports), contributing to Government T&E deliverables, designing SME/user surveys, and participating in integrated product and test teams. The TE ensures test readiness-including training, equipment, and compliance-coordinates instrumentation and facilities, and executes testing and data collection in accordance with approved plans.

Qualifications

• Experience with JIRA, GitLab, and Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience as a Test Engineer supporting similar programs or contracts.
• Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, Engineering Management, or a related field (Four additional years of Test Engineer experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree).
• A current TS/SCI with Poly is required.

Benefits

• Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on our critical National Security programs, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap and eligible to participate in an attractive bonus plan.

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$112,000 - $179,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.