TEST ENGINEER – Linux/Scripting/Splunk- 5 + yrs of Experience - TS/SCI w/Poly clearance is required- HPC

Halogen Engineering Group, Inc; Maryland; On-site; USD 162,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CareFirst Medical Plans

Vision Plan

401K Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Halogen Engineering Group is seeking a Test Engineer to join our HPC team in Annapolis Junction, MD. The role requires Linux scripting, Splunk, and experience with automated testing in a TS/SCI w/Poly clearance environment.

The position is onsite in Annapolis Junction with day shift hours. Salary ranges from 162K to 171K USD annually, with comprehensive benefits including medical and 401K. Prior SAFe experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Independently test and validate HPC systems against test plans.
• Design, develop, and execute automated test strategies.
• Participate in SAFe ceremonies and collaborate with teams.
• Create and execute test plans for HPC systems using Linux.
• Develop queries and analyze test data across databases (SQL, Splunk).

Responsibilities

• Test HPC systems and ensure requirements are met.
• Develop automated scripts to streamline testing.
• Participate in planning, stand-ups, demos, and retrospectives.
• Collaborate to build test plans for HPC environments.
• Troubleshoot using Linux CLI and scripting languages.

Skills

Linux

Scripting

Splunk

Automated testing

Python

Bash

SQL

JIRA

SAFe

Education

BA/BS in Math/Science/Engineering

Five years of TE experience substituted for degree

Tools

JIRA

SQL

Splunk

Job description

TEST ENGINEER – Linux/Scripting/Splunk- 5 + yrs of Experience - TS/SCI w/Poly clearance is required- HPC

Posted On 09/22/2026

Job Information

Technology

Work Experience 6-10 Year

162K-171K

City Annapolis Junction

State/Province Maryland

20701

Job Description

Test Engineer – Linux/Scripting/Splunk - 5+ yrs of Experience - TS/SCI w/Poly Clearance

Halogen Engineering Group is looking for a Test Engineer to join our team.

Location

Annapolis Junction, MD

Travel Required

No

Shift

Day

Remote Type

Onsite

Security Clearance

Current TS/SCI

Polygraph

Required (Must be less than 5 years old)

Salary Range

The projected compensation range for this position is 162K to 171K (annualized USD).

Salaryis determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.

Requirements

Required Skills

• Independently test and validate HPC systems in accordance with test plans to ensure that system requirements are met.
• Design, develop, and implement testing strategies, including automated test execution and data analysis.
• Participate in all SAFe activities including, but not limited to, planning meetings, daily stand-up meetings, demos, and retrospectives.
• Collaborate with team members to develop and execute test plans for HPC systems.
• Utilize the Linux command-line interface and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) to troubleshoot hardware, execute tests, and automate testing processes.
• Develop complex database queries and analyze test data across various database platforms (SQL, Splunk, etc.).
• Track, document, and report defects using defect tracking systems (JIRA or similar tools).
• Review HPC system documentation and interpret system requirements to provide technical guidance on system testability.

Qualifications

• At least five (5) years’ experience in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required. Demonstrated experience of at least three (3) years shall be within the focus areas needed by the program.
• BA or BS from an accredited college or university in Math, Science, Engineering, or Statistics, or a related field is required. Five (5) years of additional TE experience may be substituted for a Bachelor’s Degree.
• Ability to develop test cases through the analysis of system requirements.
• Experience with Linux command-line interface with an understanding of file systems, permissions, and process management.

CareFirst Insurance

Medical Plans

• Three available medical plans–2 Platinum PPO Plans ($0 Deductible) and 1 HSA Plan ($1500 deductible)
• Halogen pays 100% Medical Premium Costs up to $25,000
• CareFirst Wellness Rewards Program
• Halogen pays 50% of the plan costs

Vision Plan

• Halogen pays 100% of the plan costs

401K Retirement Plan

• 10% contribution paid by the company, automatically vested and paid in each pay period.

Life Insurance, AD&D, Short and Long Term Disability Coverage

Paid Time Off

Based on performance and billable hours

Halogen Engineering Group does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.