Test Engineer (TS/SCI)

Vantor; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Mental health resources

Student loan repayment assistance

Adoption reimbursement

Pet insurance

Job summary

Vantor, located in Colorado Springs, is looking for a skilled Test Engineer to perform manual and automated testing across various environments. The role demands strong expertise in automated testing practices and delivering formal test documentation.

Qualified candidates must hold a valid TS/SCI clearance and have at least 5 years of experience. If you're ready to step into a hands-on role in a dynamic environment, Vantor offers a supportive culture and unique benefits.

Qualifications

• Current active TS/SCI clearance required.
• 5+ years of experience in both manual and automated testing.
• Strong experience with automated testing tools and frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Execute manual and automated test processes.
• Deliver formal test documentation and reports.
• Collaborate with software and system engineers.

Skills

Manual testing

Automated testing

Java programming

Automation tools expertise

Linux and Windows familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline

Tools

Jenkins

SonarQube

Cypress

Fortify

Job description

Vantor is forging the new frontier of spatial intelligence. We are seeking a Test Engineer experienced in manual and automated testing to support various test processes across different environments (low side and high side) within the KTIS program. You will be responsible for delivering formal test documentation and ensuring that our products are reliable and meet necessary standards.

Export Control/ITAR: Certain roles may be subject to U.S. export control laws, requiring U.S. person status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Security Clearance Requirement

To be eligible for this position, you must be a U.S. Citizen and maintain an active U.S. Government security clearance (TS/SCI). Applicants who do not currently hold the required clearance will not be eligible for consideration. Employment for cleared roles is contingent upon verification of clearance status.

Principal Responsibilities

• Execute manual and automated test processes in low side and high side environments.
• Deliver formal test documentation and reports, ensuring that products meet the necessary reliability and quality standards.
• Provide hands‑on automated testing expertise for front‑end, back‑end, and full end‑to‑end processes.
• Collaborate with software and system engineers to ensure comprehensive test coverage and efficient test execution.
• Contribute to the selection and implementation of the right tools and technologies for testing needs.

Minimum Requirements

• Must have a current/active TS/SCI.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline (4 years of additional experience may be substituted for a degree).
• 5+ years of experience in manual and automated testing.
• Must be willing to work in the office 5 days a week in Herndon, VA or Melbourne, FL.
• Willing to take on a hands‑on role in testing processes.
• Strong experience with automated testing tools and frameworks for front‑end and back‑end testing.
• Experience delivering formal test documentation in a structured environment.
• Familiarity with Linux and Windows operating environments.
• Experience with Java programming.

Desired Skills

• Experience with end‑to‑end automated testing.
• Experience with continuous integration environments, particularly Jenkins.
• Experience in cloud testing environments.
• Proficient in static code analysis tools such as SonarQube.
• Experience with Cypress for automated testing, including running tests during builds and nightly end‑to‑end tests.
• Familiarity with Fortify for security testing and troubleshooting configurations in Jenkins.
• Experience with DevOps pipelines, including validation tests, services, processes, and reporting through Confluence.
• Understanding of unit testing practices and how to utilize available data effectively in low side environments.

Pay Transparency

Starting pay for this role will fall within the listed range and will be based on factors such as experience, qualifications, skill, location, and market conditions.

• Base pay in Colorado: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 - $132,000.00 annually.
• Base pay in the Washington, DC metropolitan area: $99,000.00 - $132,000.00 - $145,200.00 annually.

Benefits

Vantor offers a competitive total rewards package that includes a robust 401(k) with company match, mental health resources, and unique perks such as student loan repayment assistance, adoption reimbursement and pet insurance to support all aspects of your life.

EEO Policy

Vantor is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.