Senior Test Engineer - AETC

DSA; Fairfax (VA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

DSA Inc. is seeking a qualified Test Engineer for a remote position. You will join DSA's test team sustaining the GTIMS Program, designing and implementing manual and automated tests, analyzing results, and coordinating with architects and engineers.

The role requires active DoD Secret clearance, 4+ years in software/test engineering or 2+ years dev + 2+ years automated testing, and experience with Agile processes and SQL. Weekend/night shifts possible <5% time.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance required.
• 4+ years software/test engineering experience or 2+ years development + 2+ years automated testing.
• Experience with formal testing methods and tools.
• Experience configuring performance tests (environments and load).
• Familiarity with Agile development processes (sprints, planning, estimation, prioritization, scoping, demos).
• Familiarity with SQL for test data validation.
• Experience with a modern ticket management system.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Active Security+ Certification.

Responsibilities

• Designing and implementing manual and automated tests, including data staging.
• Reviewing and analyzing test results.
• Identifying and documenting defects/bugs to team standard.
• Communicating issues with the architect, software engineers and support team.
• Assisting in other phases of the development lifecycle including local software deployment for testing.
• Providing customer demonstrations during Government Acceptance Testing events.
• Must be detail oriented and work well with a remote team.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

DoD security clearance

Software/test engineering experience

SQL queries

Agile development

Automated testing

Communication skills

Independent work

Security+ Certification

Ticket management system

Job description

All hired employees are expected to have experience with Microsoft Copilot and / or an approved equivalent AI solution.

Description

DSA Inc. is seeking a qualified Test Engineer, in a remote position. The selected candidate will join DSA's test team sustaining the GTIMS Program. The Test Engineer will be responsible for designing and implementing manual and automated tests, reviewing and analyzing test results, identifying defects/bugs, communicating with the architect, software engineers and support team, re-testing and verifying defects/bugs are fixed, and assisting in various other phases of the development lifecycle when needed. Position may require weekend and nighttime hours (<5% time).

Required Qualifications

• Active or Current DoD Secret Clearance
• 4+ years of software/test engineering experience, or 2+ years development team experience and 2+ years automated testing experience
• Experience in the application of various formal and documented testing methods and tools
• Experience with configuring performance tests (environments and load generation)
• Familiarity with Agile development processes including working in sprints, planning, estimation, prioritization, scoping, and demoing
• Familiarity with SQL, including the ability to write, modify, and execute SQL queries to support the test process and test data validation
• Demonstrated experience using a modern ticket management system
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervisory direction
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Active Security+ Certification

Desired Qualifications

• Strong preference for current knowledge of G/TIMS program
• Current knowledge of Air Force Network Environments
• Experience with DoD System Development
• Experience working with Agile teams
• Testing certification (ex. ITSQB)

Key Responsibilities

Acts as one of the system testing resources for the system, including:

• Designing and implementing manual and automated tests, including data staging.
• Reviewing and analyzing test results
• Identifying and documenting defects/bugs to team standard
• Communicating issues with the architect, software engineers and support team
• Assisting in various other phases of the development lifecycle including local software deployment for testing
• Providing customer demonstrations during Government Acceptance Testing events
• Must be detail oriented and work well with a remote team
• Other duties as assigned

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The posted salary range is a good-faith estimate. Actual compensation will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and other job-related factors.

DSA - Salary Pay Range

$90,000 - $110,000 USD

Many of DSA's positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. DSA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. DSA is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. DSA requires background checks , where permitted , by law. DSA is an E-Verify Employer.