Senior Test Engineer

m9solutions; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

M9 Solutions is seeking a Senior Test Engineer to support a government contract in a hybrid remote/onsite capacity for a client in San Diego, CA. An active Top Secret clearance is required to ensure security and compliance across programs.

The role emphasizes developing and validating test plans and procedures, working with program teams to ensure robust software cloud applications, and supporting client meetings with clear, technical communication.

Qualifications

• Top Secret security clearance is required.
• Motivated self-starter with good problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate technical approaches and trade-offs clearly with peers and leads.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with modern software development and systems engineering practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a mission-focused software cloud application.
• Create Test Plans and Test Procedures; assist with integration and requirement sign-off.
• Coordinate with the program technical team to support system integration and technical decisions.
• Support client meetings and briefings as necessary.
• Occasional travel to client locations for product demonstrations and meetings.

Skills

Top Secret clearance

Problem solving

Analytical capability

Communication (verbal & written)

Software development practices

Systems engineering practices

Team and solo work

Test procedures

Education

Bachelor of Science in engineering/technical discipline

Tools

Jenkins

Docker

Postman

GitHub/GitLab

Java

XML

JSON

SQL

JavaScript

AWS

C2S

Job description

M9 Solutions is dedicated to providing IT services and solutions to the Federal Government by mobilizing the right people, skills, clearance levels, and technologies to help organizations that desire improved performance and modern, sustainable change. M9 has provided quality IT services and support to more than 30 Federal Agencies and multiple commercial customers nationwide. Our capabilities include IT Talent Solutions, Data Delivery & Analytics, Cyber Security, Cloud Migration, Applications and Infrastructure, Software Development, and Finance & Accounting.

M9 Solutions is seeking a Senior Test Engineer to support a government contract hybrid remote/onsite for a client located in San Diego, CA. An active Top Secret clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of a mission-focused software cloud application.
• Assigned tasks may include the development of Test Plans, Test Procedures, integration and requirement sell-off.
• Coordinate with the program technical team to accomplish program tasks, provide technical solutions, and support system integration on the program.
• Support client meetings and briefings as necessary.
• Position may require occasional business travel to client locations in support of product demonstrations and client meetings.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Top Secret security clearance.
• Motivated self-starter with good problem-solving skills, judgment, and analytical capability.
• The ability to engage constructively with peers and technical leads to communicate the technical approach, trade-offs, and technical decisions.
• Effective communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Understanding and application of modern software development and systems engineering practices, design principles, techniques, and technologies.
• Highly motivated and able to work well in both team and solo settings.
• Experience with developing systems engineering processes for planning development, integration, and test.
• Capable of writing detailed test procedures.
• Capable of learning new systems quickly.Able to read and follow procedures and flow diagrams.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering/technical discipline, and 8+ years of related experience or equivalent experience, training, and/or certifications.
• Team player with a proactive attitude and the ability to be productive in a dynamic/collaborative environment.
• Ability to develop improved methods to increase program efficiency.
• Good planning and organizational skills.
• Experience with Jenkins, Docker, Postman, GitHub/GitLab, Java, XML, JSON, SQL, JavaScript, AWS, C2S.
• GH 974

Full-Time Employee Compensation

M9 Solutions' pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include, but are not limited to, responsibilities of the position, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, as well as internal equity, location, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

M9 Benefits

M9 Benefits - https://m9solutions.com/why-join-m9/#our-benefits

Salary Range

$180,000 - $205,000 USD

Equal Opportunity and Accommodation

M9 Solutions, LLC (M9) is a Federal sub-contractor and we comply with all applicable federal laws prohibiting discrimination in employment, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. We also adhere to the affirmative action requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, ensuring equal opportunity for veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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M9 Solutions is a proud participant in the Virginia Values Veterans (V3) program and supports the Military Medics and Corpsmen (MMAC) initiative, demonstrating our commitment to hiring and supporting veterans, transitioning service members, military spouses, and dependents.

With 15+ years of proven delivery and growth, M9 Solutions is a unique small business with credible past performance and key capabilities offering project management services, solution architects, business analysts, program managers, technical architects, and technical consultants. M9 was recognized as an Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, and 2012. M9 Solutions believes that work should be fun, rewarding, and something everyone can be excited about. We offer a competitive compensation package and value diverse perspectives in driving the vision of the company.