Systems Test Engineer

TRISTAR; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

TRISTAR in Bloomington, IN is seeking a Systems Test Engineer to support testing, verification, validation, and cybersecurity compliance of tactical systems and associated hardware and software. You will plan, develop, execute, and document test activities to ensure systems meet functional, performance, integration, and cybersecurity requirements.

You will work with software engineers, cybersecurity personnel, and system engineers to design test plans, maintain test records, and report results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in information technology or related technical area.
• Experience supporting systems testing, software testing, system integration, or verification and validation activities.
• Experience developing test cases, test procedures, test plans, and technical documentation.
• Ability to troubleshoot hardware, software, network, and system integration issues.
• Experience documenting test results, tracking defects, and maintaining test records.
• Experience with automated testing tools and frameworks.
• Experience with TD L systems or tactical command-and-control environments.
• Experience conducting Integration Testing, Regression Testing, BAT, V&V, or CCT.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, execute, and document test activities for tactical systems.
• Develop and manage test cases, plans, procedures, and documentation.
• Execute automated and manual testing including integration, regression, BAT, V&V, and cybersecurity testing.
• Troubleshoot system issues, identify defects, and assist with root cause analysis.
• Maintain test records, track defects, and prepare test reports for acceptance decisions.
• Provide technical expertise during test events to evaluate functionality and interoperability.
• Support integration and testing of TDL systems, LANs, network devices, servers, and software/firmware.
• Coordinate with developers, engineers, cybersecurity, and stakeholders to meet testing objectives.
• Support test environment setup, execution, and post-test analysis.
• Ensure compliance with technical requirements, procedures, and cybersecurity standards.
• Perform additional testing and technical support as required.

Skills

Analytical

Problem solving

Technical documentation

Team collaboration

Cybersecurity testing

Systems testing

Education

Bachelor's degree (IT)

Tools

Automation testing tools

Tactical Data Link (TDL) systems

Virtualization technologies

Server administration

Networking devices

Job description

Description

TRISTAR is seeking a Systems Test Engineer supports the testing, verification, validation, and cybersecurity compliance of tactical systems and associated hardware and software in Bloomington, IN. This role is responsible for planning, developing, executing, and documenting test activities to ensure systems meet functional, performance, integration, and cybersecurity requirements. Testing activities include Automation Testing, Integration Testing, Regression Testing, Build Acceptance Testing (BAT), Verification and Validation (V&V) Testing, Cybersecurity Compliance Testing (CCT), and other test events as required.

Position Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, execute, and document test activities in support of tactical system development, integration, and sustainment.
• Develop, maintain, and manage test cases, test plans, test procedures, and test documentation.
• Execute automated and manual testing, including integration, regression, BAT, V&V, and cybersecurity compliance testing.
• Perform system troubleshooting, identify defects and anomalies, support root cause analysis, and assist with issue resolution.
• Maintain accurate test records, document results, track defects, and prepare test reports to support system acceptance and release decisions.
• Provide technical and functional expertise during test events to evaluate system functionality, interoperability, and compliance with established requirements.
• Support the integration and testing of Tactical Data Link (TDL) systems, switched Local Area Networks (LANs), network devices, end-user computers, physical and virtual servers, and associated system software and firmware.
• Validate system functionality and interoperability within tactical operational environments.
• Coordinate with software developers, system engineers, cybersecurity personnel, and other stakeholders to resolve issues and ensure testing objectives are met.
• Support test environment configuration, system setup, test execution, and post-test analysis.
• Ensure test activities and associated documentation comply with applicable technical requirements, established procedures, and cybersecurity standards.
• Perform additional testing and technical support activities as required by the program.

Requirements

• Must be a US Citizen and able to obtain a Secret Clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in information technology or related technical area.
• Must have or be able to obtain a CompTIA Security Plus prior to start date
• Experience supporting systems testing, software testing, system integration, or verification and validation activities.
• Experience developing test cases, test procedures, test plans, and technical documentation.
• Ability to troubleshoot hardware, software, network, and system integration issues.
• Experience documenting test results, tracking defects, and maintaining test records.
• Familiarity with computer systems, servers, network devices, and software or firmware integration.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, written communication, and technical documentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary technical teams in a structured testing environment.
• Experience with Tactical Data Link (TDL) systems or tactical command-and-control environments.
• Experience with automated testing tools and frameworks.
• Experience conducting Integration Testing, Regression Testing, Build Acceptance Testing (BAT), Verification and Validation (V&V), or Cybersecurity Compliance Testing (CCT).
• Familiarity with switched LANs, network configurations, virtualization technologies, and server administration.
• Experience supporting cybersecurity assessments, compliance verification, or system accreditation activities.
• Experience testing systems comprised of hardware, software, firmware, and interconnected network components.

About TRISTAR

TRISTAR is an SBA certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned professional services company supporting the U.S. Department of Defense programs. Our core competencies include Electronic Warfare, Enterprise Management, Full Spectrum Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Digital Transformation, Software Engineering and Development, Maritime Modernization and Engineering, and Technical Solutions. TRISTAR was founded in March 1995 and has built an employee-focused collaborative environment which enables our team of professionals to create and deliver customized solutions to meet our customers’ mission critical challenges. TRISTAR’s core capabilities support customers with end-to-end solutions. For over 30 years, TRISTAR has demonstrated and perfected our ability to successfully manage any task, small or large no matter how difficult or complex. TRISTAR is proud to serve the Department of Defense and other Federal Agencies. TRISTAR provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.