Staff System Test Engineer (Secret) {S} @ ARKA Group, LP

Cyber Crime; King of Prussia (Montgomery County); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative government contracting enterprise is seeking a hybrid Systems Test Engineer to join their dynamic team in King of Prussia. This role offers the chance to work on complex software applications while collaborating with talented professionals across various disciplines. With a strong focus on mission performance and advanced engineering, you'll be instrumental in developing test procedures, managing requirements, and supporting mission capabilities. The company promotes a flexible work environment and offers generous benefits, including relocation assistance and a robust retirement plan. If you're ready to elevate your career in a forward-thinking organization, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

401k retirement plan

3 weeks of vacation

13 paid holidays

Tuition assistance

Annual bonus program

Company paid life insurance

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software development or systems engineering.
• Active Secret U.S. Government Security Clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical direction and requirement transparency across teams.
• Develop test procedures to verify system requirements.

Skills

Software Development

Systems Engineering

Requirements Management

Agile Methodology

Effective Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in IT

Tools

Gitlab

Cameo Modeling Tools

DOORS

Job description

ARKA Group, LP

We’re a government contracting enterprise driven by innovation, mission performance, and advanced engineering.

ARKA Group L.P. (“ARKA”) is an advanced technologies company serving the U.S. military, intelligence community, and commercial space industry delivering next-generation solutions to support the national security space enterprise. Built on more than six decades of excellence, ARKA brings modern approaches and a culture of innovation to the challenges of today.

Join the ARKA team to learn how Beyond Begins Here. Discover your next career opportunity now!

Position Overview:

This position is for a hybrid Systems Test Engineer in King of Prussia, PA. You will be working closely with a talented team to deliver a complex software application into operations. In addition to growing your skills as a Systems Test Engineer, you’ll have the opportunity to immerse yourself in other disciplines at Stratagem that offer you opportunities to develop new skills in areas across the tech industry.

We offer generous relocation benefits for eligible candidates.

In support of work/life balance, many positions are available for a flexible schedule within the pay period. Ask us about the opportunity for flex scheduling if that’s of interest to you.

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical direction and requirement transparency across development teams
• Perform requirements management including requirements creation, tracking, flow down, coverage, verification tracking, compliance matrices, etc.
• Develop test procedures to formally verify system requirements for sell off events
• Decompose system requirements and collaborate with multi-disciplined, distributed teams to generate efficient and scalable solutions
• Support the development, implementation, and verification of mission capabilities
• Participate in the development and execution of program milestones events such as Customer meetings, internal and formal Government testing events, and discrepancy report (DR) review boards
• Conduct testing events of software solutions and generate test result documentation

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Systems Engineering, IT or related field
• At least 5 years of professional experience working in software development or systems engineering
• Effective cross-organizational communicator with the ability to work well in a small team, fast-paced environment
• Ability to develop requirements
• Ability to develop test procedures that verify requirements
• Ability to develop tracings between requirements, code, and verification
• Working knowledge of Scrum and Agile Software Development Methodology
• Active Secret U.S. Government Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current IAT Level II or III certification (i.e. Security+, CISSP, or CASP)
• Experience with using automated tests to sell off formal requirement verification
• Experience with government Site Acceptance process and procedures
• Experience in working with software-defined interfaces that use either XML or JSON to both document and implement
• Experience with SATCOM or GEOINT systems
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to engage with virtual teams
• Demonstrated business acumen and ability to balance technical requirements with business needs
• Familiarity with Cloud Architectures and deployment requirements for US DoD
• Experience in the operational deployment of multi-product baselines and functionality
• Experience with Cameo modeling tools
• Experience developing a software architect using digital tools
• Experience with DOORS or DOOR Next Gen
• Experience with Gitlab

Location: King of Prussia, PA

Situated less than an hour outside of Philadelphia and hosting the largest mall on the east coast, King of Prussia offers the urban feel sought in the city, while also giving opportunities to experience the beauty and history found only in Pennsylvania.

What We Offer:

• Company contributions to qualified HSA accounts
• 401k retirement plan with industry leading company contributions
• 3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events
• 13 paid holidays
• Upfront tuition assistance for approved degree programs
• Annual bonus program based on company and employee performance
• Company paid life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance
• 4 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

This job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to use hands to keyboard, communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions and remain stationary for extended periods of time. This would require the ability to move around the campus and occasionally move/lift items weighing up to 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

ITC & Security Clearance Requirements:

This position requires an active Secret U.S. Government Security Clearance.

Visa Restrictions:

No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Pre-employment Screenings:

Employment with any ARKA companies in the U.S. is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements to include a credit check, background check, and drug screen.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action:

ARKA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.