Satellite Ground Software Integration & Test Engineer

TEKsystems; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 138,000 - 158,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

TEKsystems in Fairfax, VA is seeking a contract test engineer to support deployment, integration, and verification of satellite ground software systems. The role emphasizes C2 and MM system verification, test planning, and automation scripting in Python.

Applicants should have TS/SCI clearance eligibility, strong testing experience, and the ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams. Onsite work in Fairfax, VA with a competitive hourly pay range is offered.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance or eligibility to obtain CI Polygraph.
• Experience supporting ground software system verification activities.
• Knowledge of Command & Control (C2) and Mission Management (MM) systems.
• Strong experience in integration and testing, including planning, execution, and documentation.
• Experience with testing tools, automation frameworks, and software verification processes.
• Proficiency in Python scripting and automation.

Responsibilities

• Support site hardware deployment, integration, checkout, testing, and verification activities.
• Perform verification and validation of satellite ground software systems, including C2 and MM capabilities.
• Develop and execute integration and test plans, procedures, and documentation.
• Create and maintain automated test scripts using Python and other automation tools.
• Analyze system architecture to understand component interactions and identify integration points.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex integration issues through log analysis, debugging, and root cause identification.
• Coordinate with software developers, systems engineers, and stakeholders to resolve technical challenges.
• Document findings, defects, and corrective actions throughout the testing lifecycle.

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Security clearance

Tools

Python

MATLAB

C

C++

Java

Job description

TEKsystems in Fairfax, VA is seeking a contract test engineer to support deployment, integration, and verification of satellite ground software systems. The role emphasizes C2 and MM system verification, test planning, and automation scripting in Python.

Applicants should have TS/SCI clearance eligibility, strong testing experience, and the ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams. Onsite work in Fairfax, VA with a competitive hourly pay range is offered.