Test Engineer

Power3; Maryland; On-site; USD 135,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Test Engineer 2 to join their dynamic software development team. This role focuses on enhancing automation and overseeing regression testing efforts to support the modernization of visualization tools. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in test engineering, particularly with established testing methodologies and CI/CD pipelines. You will lead the product release process, develop test plans, and analyze performance risks. If you are passionate about quality assurance and eager to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in test engineering roles.
• Hands-on experience with automated service and UI testing.
• Ability to lead regression testing and release processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute test plans and documentation.
• Lead regression testing and service/UI automation.
• Analyze performance risks and contribute to evaluation strategies.

Skills

Test Engineering

Automation Testing

Regression Testing

CI/CD Pipelines

Performance Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Math

Bachelor’s degree in Science

Tools

GitLab

JMeter

Testkube

Selenium

Robot Framework

Job description

We're Hiring: Test Engineer 2 (TS/SCI w/ Poly Required)
Annapolis Junction, MD
Active TS/SCI with Polygraph Required
Full-Time | On-site
$135,000 - $152,000 / year
Our client is seeking a Test Engineer 2 to join a software development team focused on building and maintaining integrated, feature-rich tools that support the modernization of visualization and presentation capabilities. These tools enable mission analysts to collaboratively access, contribute, and interact with critical data.
In this role, the Test Engineer will lead the product release process and is expected to make an immediate impact by enhancing automation and overseeing regression testing efforts. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with established testing methodologies, automated service and UI testing, continuous integration pipelines, and release management. Additional responsibilities include creating test plans and procedures, documenting results, and developing specialized test code.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute test plans, test procedures, and documentation
• Lead regression testing, service/UI automation, and release processes
• Implement testing improvements across CI/CD pipelines
• Implement the evaluation plan using data gathered from testing activities
• Plan and conduct performance data collection efforts
• Analyze performance risks and contribute to test evaluation strategies
• Support system readiness, data collection, and performance analysis
• Assess operational and system performance requirements for testability and criticality to frame and prioritize T&E objectives and enable evaluation planning
• Coordinate with systems engineering teams for evaluation planning
• Prepare and present test reports, briefings, and documentation
• Evaluate operational environments and mission priorities to guide scenario selection and ensure user participation in Test & Evaluation (T&E). Develop risk-informed performance assessments at both the program and event level, focusing on system and operational effectiveness and suitability. T&E activities include inspections, demonstrations, paper analyses, surveys, simulations, and live testing.
• Analyze performance risk areas to focus T&E planning
• Specify, validate, and adapt Modeling and Simulation for T&E use

Tools & Technologies:

• GitLab
• JMeter
• Testkube
• Selenium or Robot Framework
• Cloud environment familiarity

Required Qualifications:

• Clearance: TS/SCI with active polygraph
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Math, Science, or a related discipline (an additional 4 years of experience may be substituted for a degree)
• Experience: Minimum 5 years in test engineering roles on programs of similar scope and complexity

Location:
Work will be performed on-site at a contractor facility in Annapolis Junction, MD. Access to both low and high-side networks is required.

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