Test Engineer 3

Wyetech; Maryland; On-site; USD 86,141 - 154,304; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Referral Bonus up to $10,000

Mobility among supported contracts

Team-building events throughout the year

Two clothing orders annually

Job summary

A technology solutions company based in Maryland is seeking a qualified Testing Engineer. The role requires **TS/SCI clearance** with appropriate polygraph. Responsibilities include assisting with technical evaluation tasks, conducting performance data analysis, and collaborating with various engineering teams. Candidates must have extensive experience in related programs and possess a degree in a relevant field. The position offers competitive hourly pay and a robust benefits package, including retirement contributions and workplace events.

Qualifications

• Eight years' experience in similar TE programs and contracts required.
• TS/SCI clearance with agency appropriate polygraph needed.
• Experience drafting testing documentation and artifacts.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Level I tasks constrained by training and testing experience.
• Plan and execute performance data collection and analysis.
• Coordinate with Systems Engineering to inform evaluation planning.

Skills

Automated testing

Experience with JUNIT and Mockito

Knowledge of Python and Java

Data lifecycle management

Statistical analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Math, Science, Engineering, Statistics, or related discipline

Tools

AWS

Linux

Niagara Files

Job description

At Wyetech, you’ll be at the center of an award-winning corporate culture, breaking technological barriers and solving real-world problems for our federal government customers. We are committed to hiring the best of the best, and in return, we offer a world-class, truly unique employee experience that is rare within our industry.

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Due to federal contract requirements, United States Citizenship and position appropriate security clearance is required. (e.g. Active TS/SCI security clearance with agency appropriate polygraph).

Capabilities

• Assist with any or all of the Level I tasks as constrained by technical training and previous testing experience
• Conduct research into and apply knowledge of Government test and evaluation concepts all related engineering acquisition and operations activities as needed to suppo1t the T&E activities
• Plan and Execute Performance Analysis
• Review planned acquisition approaches to support T&B schedule alignment with decision maker needs for T&E support
• Analyze performance risk areas to focus T&B planning
• Specify, validate, and adapt Modeling and Simulation for T&E use
• Apply Statistical Analysis of variations in performance behavior to characterize confidence in performance estimates
• Select, develop, & use analysis tools
• Execute the evaluation plan of data collected by the Testing Task
• Plan and Execute Performance Data Collection
• Plan program and event level testing for collection of data required for analysis and to synch T&E events with supported decision points
• Establish and employ Data & Configuration Management capabilities
• Support Data Authentication group functions; and comply with program Discrepancy Reporting criteria and processes
• Assess operational and system performance requirements for testability and criticality to frame and prioritize T&E objectives and enable evaluation planning
• Coordinate with program Systems Engineering (SE) and review T&E-related SE information to leverage functional analysis, system descriptions parameter selection and dependencies, Modeling and Simulation, and initial performance risk assessments to inform evaluation planning
• Assess operational environments and priorities for evaluation attention and scenario selection, and to coordinate user participation in T&E
• Plan program and event level risk-tailored performance estimation and analysis of system and operational Effectiveness and Suitability metrics & conditions· levels of T&E include inspection, demonstration paper analysis, survey simulation, and physical test
• Design surveys for evaluation of Subject Matter Expert (SE input and user as estimates of performance)
• Participate in the T&E Working-level Integrated Product Team (WIPT) and/or Integrated Test Team for coordination of evaluation plans
• Produce Evaluation Plans (metric framework, scenarios/threads, timelines, requirements/T&E cross-walk), Analysis Plans Data Requirements Risk Assessments, Evaluation Reports Status reports; provide input to Government T&E products (e.g., Technology Readiness Assessments, Test & Evaluation Strategy, Test & Evaluation Master Plan, T&E Plans & Procedures and Test Readiness Reports)
• Design data sampling schemes to optimize the information/resource balance and to control testing uncertainties
• Select, coordinate. and calibrate Instrumentation, collection and data management tools, targets, and facilities
• Ensure test readiness including training of test event participants re conduct of the event; equipment readiness, and security legal, and privacy compliance arrangements
• Participate in T&E WIPT and/or Integrated Test Team for coordination of data collection plan -
• Execute Testing and Data Collection per plan
• Produce associated Test Plans, Procedures, and Reports /Briefings, Data Management Plan
• Define and provide technical direction and guidance for the Level 1 tasks to the Level 0 and Level 1 TEs assigned to the task
• Recommend draft plans and reports from the Level 1 tasks for approval by the task leader
• Work directly with the Government sponsor to coordinate task implementation
• Maintain knowledge of current and evolving agency, national, and international standards applicable to the system development of interest
• Provide overall leadership of the T&E task and serve as primary liaison to the government for supporting contract coordination and task execution
• Communicate issues and solutions to the broader government and contract management structure as requested by Leadership
• Ensure the appropriate level of independence of the team from the solution provider to support government management of objectivity risk
• Manage T&E resources and tasks; ensure quality assurance of test processes and product
• Coordinate and integrate Evaluation and Testing tasks and products
• Participate in T&E WIPT and /or integrated Test Team as needed to ensure proper coordination of T&E activities
• Drive innovation and responsiveness to program changes and evolving T&E status to help manage program risk; develop alternative courses of action, work-arounds, and fall-back positions with a recommended course of action for each risk and monitor and re-evaluate risks at appropriate milestones
• Self-starter
• Sole tester working with software engineers, devops engineers, and other team members
• High temp/high expectations working environment
• Demonstrated experience working with JUNIT and Mockito
• Automated testing experience working with 3rd party tools and scripts (e.g., Python, Java, bash)
• Demonstrated testing experience across multiple methodologies (e.g., system, regression, stress, black box, white box, integration)
• Demonstrated experience drafting testing documentation/artifacts (e.g. use cases, test reports, test plans)
• Demonstrated exposure and familiarity working with AWS and Linux
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of customer’s data ingest process and data lifecycle management process
• Demonstrated exposure and familiarity work with Niagara Files
• Demonstrated familiarity working with Python and Java
• Demonstrated familiarity and exposure working with various data types and file formats (e.g. JSON, CSV, XML, etc.)

Required Qualifications

• TS/SCI with agency appropriate poly
• Eight (8) years' experience as a TE in programs and contracts of similar scope type and complexity is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Math, Science, Engineering, Statistics, Engineering Management or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
• Four (4) years of additional TE experience may be substituted for a bachelor' s degree.

The Benefits Package

• Wyetech believes in generously supporting employees as they prepare for retirement. The company automatically contributes 20% of each employee's gross compensation to a Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) IRA, with no requirement for employee matching. All contributions are fully vested from day one, ensuring immediate ownership of retirement funds.

Company Environment & Perks

• Employee Referral Bonus Eligibility up to $10,000
• Mobility Among Wyetech-supported Contracts
• Various contract and work locations throughout Maryland, Virginia, Colorado, Texas, Utah, Alaska, Hawaii and OCONUS
• Various team-building events throughout the year such as: monthly lunches, summer company picnic, and an annual holiday party.
• Employees receive two complementary branded clothing orders annually.

$62.53 - $112.01 an hour

Pay Range: $62.53 - $112.01 per hour*

Hourly pay rates listed for this position serve as a general guideline and are not a guarantee of compensation. Compensation will vary dependent upon factors including but not limited to: Government contract rates; education; relevant prior work experience, knowledge, skills, and competencies; certifications, and geographic location. Hourly pay rates reflect the pre-benefit gross wage amounts.

Wyetech, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Affirmative Action Statement:

Wyetech, LLC is committed to the principles of affirmative action in all hiring and employment for minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.

Accommodations:

Wyetech, LLC is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process. If you need any accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact Brittney Wood. at 844-WYETECH x727 or [e-mail]. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to all candidates.