Senior Software Test Engineer

Boeing Intelligence & Analytics; Maryland; On-site; USD 149,000 - 186,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing Intelligence & Analytics seeks a Senior Software Test Engineer to ensure quality during modernization of a government information system.

The role emphasizes UI testing, accessibility compliance (Section 508/WCAG), and cross-browser validation in cloud environments (AWS/Azure).

Qualifications

• 13+ years in Software Test Engineering or related field.
• TS/SCI with an in-scope CI Polygraph.
• Extensive experience in functional and regression testing of web applications.
• Strong UI testing expertise including validation and cross-browser compatibility.
• Defect tracking systems experience.
• Knowledge of federal cybersecurity requirements and accessibility standards (Section 508/WCAG).
• Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS, Azure).
• API testing experience (RESTful services).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, preferably GitLab.
• Proven experience with UI automation frameworks and manual testing methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Test Planning & Execution: Perform functional and regression testing of web applications.
• Conduct user interface validation and cross-browser compatibility testing.
• Execute manual testing methodologies for complex scenarios.

Skills

UI testing

UI automation

functional testing

regression testing

defect tracking

federal cybersecurity

WCAG/Section 508

cloud testing

API testing

GitLab CI/CD

Agile

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

GitLab CI/CD

AWS

Azure

Job description

Why This Is An Exciting Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented, self-motivated Senior Software Test Engineer with strong UI testing expertise to ensure quality and compliance during the modernization of a critical government information system. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in functional and regression testing web applications, with a focus on user interface validation, accessibility compliance, and cross-browser compatibility testing.

Strong experience with UI automation frameworks, manual testing methodologies, and defect tracking systems is essential. You will validate that all system components meet federal cybersecurity requirements and government accessibility standards (Section 508/WCAG) while ensuring a seamless user experience across the modernized platform.

Experience testing enterprise applications in cloud environments (AWS, Azure), performing API testing for backend services (RESTful services), and familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (GitLab) for automated test execution is highly valued. This role requires excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, meticulous documentation practices, and the ability to collaborate with development and security teams in a regulated environment.

Position Responsibilities

Test Planning & Execution:

• Perform functional and regression testing of web applications
• Conduct user interface validation and cross-browser compatibility testing
• Execute manual testing methodologies for complex scenarios

Compliance & Accessibility Testing

• Validate compliance with federal cybersecurity requirements
• Ensure adherence to government accessibility standards (Section 508/WCAG)
• Test enterprise applications in Windows Server environments
• Verify security controls and data protection measures
• Ensure seamless user experience across the modernized platform

Automation & Integration

• Develop and maintain UI automation frameworks for regression testing
• Perform API testing for backend services (RESTful services)
• Integrate automated tests into GitLab CI/CD pipelines
• Manage defect tracking systems and coordinate issue resolution

Collaboration & Documentation

• Collaborate with development and security teams
• Document test results, defects, and quality metrics
• Provide detailed analytical reports on system quality and readiness
• Participate in and adhere to Agile software development methodology

Experience And Qualifications

To be eligible for this demanding position, the ideal candidate should demonstrate the following experience and qualifications:

Required Education And Years Of Experience

• 13 Years of experience in Software Test Engineering roles or a highly related field of work with similar scope and responsibilities.
• A Bachelor’s degree may be substituted for 4 years of experience and a Master’s Degree may be substituted for 6 years of experience.

Required Qualifications

• TS/SCI with an in-scope CI Polygraph
• Extensive experience in functional and regression testing of web applications
• Strong UI testing expertise including user interface validation and cross-browser compatibility
• Proficiency with defect tracking systems
• Knowledge of federal cybersecurity requirements and government accessibility standards (Section 508/WCAG)
• Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS, Azure)
• API testing experience (RESTful services)
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, preferably GitLab
• Proven experience with UI automation frameworks and manual testing methodologies

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in Agile development environments
• Self-motivated with excellent analytical skills and meticulous documentation practices
• Strong collaboration skills for working with cross-functional teams in regulated environments

Telework/Remote Availability

Telework/Remote work currently not authorized

Work Location(s)

Annapolis Junction, MD or Washington, DC

Summary Pay Range

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

$149,000 - $185,700

What Makes BI&A Different

As a fully owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, BI&A offers an optimal mix of a small company environment with exceptional opportunities supported by a large corporation.

Every day, Boeing Intelligence & Analytics supports global missions by building and delivering intelligence, analytics, and cyber solutions that enable users to advance national security. From hardware and software engineering solutions to analytics that keep this nation safe, we create value that meets users’ needs. With vibrant partnerships and innovative approaches, we serve the Intelligence Community through innovation and vision. We have provided our customers with the tools needed to counter evolve global and cyber threats, and to improve wartime decision-making.

• Our talented employees bring software development, systems engineering, and advanced analytics expertise.
• We offer numerous prime contract opportunities with customers headquartered in Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia, as well as subcontract opportunities that align with our areas of focus and additional opportunities nationwide through our parent company.
• We have current open positions on awarded programs across diverse customer sets and are anticipating upcoming contract awards with a 5-year life cycle and an additional 5 option years.
• Our diverse portfolio allows our employees to move to other projects and teams as they gain further proficiency in their current skill set and learn new skill sets along the way.
• We offer hands‑on access to cutting‑edge technologies and a culture of technical excellence.

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