Test Engineer - J56 SMPES

Apogee Engineering, LLC; Bellevue Second IV Precinct (NE); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Apogee Engineering, LLC is seeking a Software Engineer to support mission-critical software modernization for the Air Force NC3 program and USSTRATCOM/J56. This on-site role at Offutt AFB, Nebraska, emphasizes systems engineering, Agile/DevOps practices, and CI/CD in national defense contexts.

The position requires a TS/SCI clearance, U.S. citizenship, a Bachelor's degree, and at least 12 years of relevant DoD experience with hands-on troubleshooting, data integration, and cross-domain

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship with TS/SCI clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum 12 years of relevant experience, including DoD support.
• Minimum 5 years supporting the DoD.
• On-site location: Offutt AFB, Nebraska.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on troubleshooting and resolve data discrepancies for mission systems.
• Develop scripts and tools (Python, SQL) to streamline testing workflows.
• Serve as SME providing deep technical support for mission systems.
• Lead cross-domain business systems analysis for the J56 initiative and cross-functional integration.
• Facilitate end-to-end requirements gathering workshops with stakeholders from diverse areas.
• Develop and maintain data mappings and process flows to ensure interoperability between legacy and modern systems.
• Coordinate with architects and developers to design interface solutions and API integrations.
• Act as primary point of contact for issue resolution and impact analysis for cross-domain changes.
• Deliver integration testing plans.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Python

SQL

Stakeholder workshops

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Overview

Apogee has an exciting new opportunity for a Software Engineer to support mission-critical software modernization, development, and deployment efforts for the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center and US Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM)/J56

This role involves advancing mission planning and execution capabilities for strategic deterrence through systems engineering, Agile/DevOps practices, and continuous integration/delivery methodologies. Contractors will be engaged in evaluating and enhancing the survivability, interoperability, and reliability of strategic weapon systems while contributing to planning documents, test and evaluation strategies, and rapid technology fielding efforts. This is a unique opportunity to work on mission-critical NC3 software and systems that shape national defense strategies, collaborating with diverse DoD and government partners to drive innovation and operational excellence in support of the strategic enterprise.

This is a full-time position located on-site at Offutt, Nebraska.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands‑on troubleshooting, resolve data discrepancies, and manage operational data sets.


• Develop custom scripts and tools (e.g., Python, SQL) to streamline processes and testing workflows.


• Serve as Subject Matter Experts (SME) providing deep technical support for specific mission systems.


• Lead cross-domain business systems analysis activities for the J56 initiative, driving integration across multiple functional and technical domains


• Facilitate end‑to‑end requirements gathering workshops with stakeholders from diverse business areas to align on integrated solutions


• Develop and maintain detailed process flows and data mappings to ensure seamless interoperability between legacy and modern systems


• Coordinate with architects and developers to design robust interface solutions, data exchange protocols, and API integrations


• Serve as the primary point of contact for issue resolution and impact analysis when cross‑domain changes affect dependent systems


• Deliver integration testing plans

Qualifications

MinimumExperience:

Citizenship:Must be a US citizenClearance:Must possess and maintain a TS w/SCI eligibility

Education:Bachelor's degreeYears of Experience:Minimum 12 years relevant experience to include:

• Minimum of 5 years supporting the DoD

Additional Information:Location:Offutt AFB, Nebraska

On-site:Duties for this position are performed on-site, full-timeTravel:Travel up to 10%