Senior Test Engineer - AETC

DSA Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

DSA Inc. is seeking a qualified Test Engineer for a remote position to support the GTIMS program.

The role involves designing and executing manual and automated tests, analyzing results, and communicating findings to architects, developers, and the support team. Required qualifications include active DoD Secret Clearance, 4+ years in software/test engineering (or 2+ years in development and 2+ years automated testing), SQL proficiency, experience with testing tools, and Security+ certification.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret Clearance is required.
• 4+ years in software/test engineering or 2+ years dev team plus 2+ years automated testing.
• Experience with testing methods and tools and with SQL for data validation.
• Familiarity with Agile processes and strong communication skills.
• Active Security+ Certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement manual and automated tests.
• Review test results and identify defects/bugs to team standards.
• Communicate issues with architect, engineers and support.
• Assist in other phases of development and local testing deployment.
• Provide demonstrations during Government Acceptance Testing events.

Skills

DoD Secret Clearance

Software/Test Engineering

SQL knowledge

Agile familiarity

Communication skills

Security+ Certification

Independent work

Ticketing system experience

Tools

Ticketing 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

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.