Level 2 Test Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 25 days

Bonus plan eligibility

Job summary

Peraton in Annapolis Junction, MD is seeking a Level 2 Test Engineer to support and execute a broad range of government T&E activities within national security programs. You will plan and execute performance analyses, specify and adapt modeling and simulation, apply statistics to assess variability, and design sampling to manage uncertainty.

Qualifications include 5+ years in test engineering, a TS/SCI with Poly, and a Bachelor's degree in a related field; JIRA/GitLab experience and

Qualifications

• Experience with JIRA, GitLab, and Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience as a Test Engineer.
• 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

• Plan and execute a wide range of test and evaluation activities, including assisting Level 1 tasks.
• Specify, validate, and adapt modeling and simulation; apply statistical analysis to assess performance variability.
• Plan and execute data collection, develop and use analysis tools, and carry out evaluation plans using collected test data.
• Develop evaluation documentation and participate in integrated product and test teams; ensure test readiness and compliance.

Skills

JIRA

GitLab

Agile/Scrum

Education

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

Job description

Level 2 Test Engineer

Job Locations: US-MD-Annapolis Junction

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.

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.

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.