Senior Test Engineer - FAA System Wide Information Management (SWIM)

230 LST; Atlantic City (NJ); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

On-site support at William J. Hughes T

Competitive benefits

Job summary

LS Technologies seeks an experienced Senior Test Engineer to lead test planning, oversight, and hands-on support for FAA SWIM initiatives in a hybrid on-site role at the William J. Hughes Technical Center in Egg Harbor Township, NJ.

The position emphasizes automated testing, TEMPs, and coordination across multiple program offices. Requirements include a BS in a technical field and 11+ years of relevant experience, with preference for FAA SWIM exposure and strong leadership skills to mentor

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 11+ years of experience in software, systems engineering, testing, or related programs.
• Experience supporting FAA programs, SWIM or NAS enterprise communications and services.
• Experience providing technical leadership, mentoring, or direction to engineering/testing teams.
• Experience developing and coordinating test plans, cases, verification procedures, and formal reports.
• Hands-on experience developing automated test suites and CI/CD workflows.
• IaC or automated test environment provisioning experience.
• Experience evaluating distributed enterprise systems and SOA.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and oversight for the contractor testing team.
• Coordinate test planning, schedules, and dependencies.
• Manage risks and dependencies to prevent delays.
• Develop TEMPs, verification matrices, and test execution schedules.
• Lead development and review of Test Plans, Procedures, Scenarios, and Reports.
• Coordinate documentation across FAA offices and labs.
• Maintain traceability between requirements, test cases, and results.
• Design and implement automated test environment provisioning workflows.
• Develop and run automated testing frameworks for SWIM apps and data services.
• Support CI, automated testing, and validation activities.
• Provide hands-on technical support in the SWIM Test Lab.
• Evaluate SWIM systems, diagnose anomalies, and document findings.
• Ensure labs meet FAA baselines and readiness standards.
• Mentor team members and report status to FAA leadership.

Skills

Test leadership

Automation testing

CI/CD

Software testing

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/EE/Systems Eng

Tools

Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC)

Automated test environments

Job description

LS Technologies is seeking an experienced Senior Test Engineer to provide test planning, technical oversight, and hands-on engineering support for contractor activities supporting the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) System Wide Information Management (SWIM) initiatives.

Operating within the SWIM Test Lab environment, this position will lead the design, development, and implementation of automated test environment provisioning and comprehensive application testing. The Senior Test Engineer will also coordinate test planning, documentation, team activities, technical dependencies, and compliance artifacts in support of FAA National Airspace System (NAS) operational milestones.

This is a hybrid leadership and hands-on technical role requiring frequent on-site support at the William J. Hughes Technical Center in Egg Harbor Township/Atlantic City, New Jersey.

Salary is based on relevant years of experience: $150,000 - $160,000

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership, task management, and oversight for the contractor testing team.
• Coordinate team assignments, testing deliverables, schedules, dependencies, and project priorities.
• Manage technical risks and dependencies across programs to prevent schedule delays and operational gaps.
• Develop and maintain Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMPs), verification matrices, and test execution schedules.
• Lead the development, review, and baseline management of Test Plans, Test Procedures, Test Scenarios, and Test Reports.
• Coordinate testing documentation across FAA program offices, systems engineering teams, laboratory operations, and other stakeholders.
• Maintain traceability between requirements, test cases, automated scripts, and test results.
• Design and implement automated test environment provisioning workflows.
• Develop, script, and execute automated testing frameworks for SWIM applications and data services.
• Support continuous integration, automated testing, and validation activities.
• Provide hands‑on technical support within the SWIM Test Lab.
• Evaluate SWIM systems and applications, diagnose anomalies, verify performance, and document test findings.
• Ensure laboratory environments and tested applications meet FAA technical baselines and operational readiness standards.
• Mentor team members and communicate project status and technical issues to FAA program leadership.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Eleven (11) or more years of experience supporting software, systems engineering, testing, or related technical programs.
• Experience supporting FAA programs, preferably System Wide Information Management (SWIM) or related National Airspace System (NAS) enterprise communications and services.
• Experience providing technical leadership, task management, mentoring, or technical direction to engineering and testing teams.
• Experience developing and coordinating test plans, test cases, verification procedures, and formal test reports.
• Hands‑on experience developing automated test suites and continuous testing frameworks.
• Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) or automated test environment provisioning tools.
• Experience working in complex, integrated test laboratories evaluating distributed enterprise systems, messaging protocols, or Service‑Oriented Architectures (SOA).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to coordinate cross‑functional activities and manage technical dependencies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience supporting FAA SWIM programs or SWIM Test Lab activities.
• Experience with automated test environment deployment and configuration.
• Experience supporting distributed systems, enterprise messaging, or service‑oriented applications.
• Experience coordinating testing activities across multiple organizations or program offices.
• Familiarity with FAA technical standards, NAS operational readiness processes, and formal verification requirements.

Work Requirements and Additional Information

• Work Location: William J Hughes Technical Center in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey
• Position is: Hybrid - Frequent on-site support
• Work Hours: 40
• Travel: None
• Background check: Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance, which requires US Citizenship.
• Physical Requirements:
  • Extended Computer Use: Regular and prolonged periods of working at a computer terminal.
  • Lifting and Carrying: Occasional lifting of equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds may be required during installations or maintenance.
  • Mobility: Ability to move around the office environment to access computer hardware, networking equipment, and server rooms.
  • Dexterity: Manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate computer equipment, troubleshoot issues, and perform tasks requiring precision.
  • Sitting/Standing: Both prolonged sitting and occasional standing may be required for troubleshooting and attending to system issues.
• Work Environment/Environmental Factors:
  • Primarily computer-based work; meetings or collaboration may be required.

About LS Technologies

At LS Technologies, a Tetra Tech Company, we're enhancing our nation's critical infrastructure by providing engineering, technical, and professional services to Federal Government agencies. The quality of our work, deep technical expertise, and genuine passion for public service sets us apart. As a growing organization we are expanding our benefits and communication with our employees, offering add-ons that speak to our growing employees' needs. Join us in delivering high-quality solutions and shaping the future of safety and innovation for our government partners. In 2024 we joined Tetra Tech, enabling us to combine our expertise with the reach and resources of a prestigious global organization.

EEO Commitment

LS Technologies, a Tetra Tech Company, is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor, and we request priority referral of veterans.

We invite applications from all interested parties.

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LS Technologies is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed.

If you are hired by LS Technologies and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process.

Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.

If you would like to be considered for employment opportunities with LS Technologies and have accommodation needs for a disability or religious observance, please send us an email [e-mail] or speak with your recruiter.

Compensation (Pay Bands)

Salary at LST is determined by a wide array of factors, such as (but not limited to) education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, location, and clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only.

The projected compensation range for this position is provided within the posting and is based on full-time, 40 hour/week status. Part-time staff receive compensation at an hourly rate. The estimated minimum and maximum displayed represents the broadest range for this position (inclusive of high geographic and high clearance requirements) and is just one component of LSTs total compensation package for employees.

In compliance with local laws, LS Technologies presents this reasonable compensation range as a guideline for roles in California, Colorado, New York, or Washington D.C.

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• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• EAP
• Education Assistance
• Parental Leave
• Annual Leave
• Holidays

Life at Tetra Tech:

• The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

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