Test Engineer (TS/SCI)

InvestedintheMission; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 99,000 - 145,200; 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 is seeking a Test Engineer with strong manual and automated testing experience to support KTIS programs. The role requires active TS/SCI clearance and will be based in Herndon, VA or Melbourne, FL, with in-office work five days a week.

You will deliver formal test documentation and drive automated testing across front-end, back-end, and full end-to-end processes. You will collaborate with software and systems engineers, contribute to tool selection, and work within Linux and Windows

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related discipline; 4 years of additional experience may substitute for a degree.
• 5+ years of experience in manual and automated testing.
• Active TS/SCI clearance is required.
• Willing to work in the office 5 days a week in Herndon, VA or Melbourne, FL.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Execute manual and automated test processes in low side and high side environments.
• Deliver formal test documentation and reports, ensuring products meet reliability and quality standards.
• Provide hands-on automated testing expertise for front-end, back-end, and 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.

Skills

Automated testing

Java programming

Linux

Windows

End-to-end testing

Jenkins

Cypress

Test documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Information Systems

Tools

Jenkins

Cypress

SonarQube

Fortify

Confluence

Linux

Job description

Vantor is forging the new frontier of spatial intelligence, helping decision makers and operators navigate what’s happening now and shape what’s coming next. Vantor is a place for problem solvers, changemakers, and go-getters—where people are working together to help our customers see the world differently, and in doing so, be seen differently. Come be part of a mission, not just a job, where you can: Shape your own future, build the next big thing, and change the world.

To be eligible for this position, you must be a U.S. Citizen. This position requires an active U.S. Government security clearance, 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.

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).

Vantor is seeking a Test Engineer who is experienced in both 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. We are looking for someone who has hands‑on experience with automated testing (front‑end, back‑end, and full end‑to‑end) and who can contribute to the selection and implementation of the right technologies to meet testing needs.

Vantor is a leader in the field of signal and image processing. This team is building innovative software using mathematical solutions to support users in the defense and intelligence communities. Vantor's products and services contribute to missions in support of national security, provide expertise used in the latest app technology, and support efforts for the health and sustainability of our planet. Now is your chance to amplify your impact, working to solve the world’s most pressing challenges.

As an industry‑leading earth observation satellite imagery provider, Vantor unlocks the promise of space to help governments and businesses solve problems on Earth and beyond. We monitor global change, deliver broadband communications, and advance space operations with capabilities in Space Infrastructure and Earth Intelligence.

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: To support pay transparency, Vantor includes salary ranges in all U.S. job postings. Starting pay for this role will fall within the listed range and will be based on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, location, and market conditions. Candidates who meet the minimum requirements for the role should not expect to receive compensation at the top of the range. The listed range reflects the expected pay for this position, and final offers will be determined based on each candidate’s experience, expertise, and alignment with the role.

• The base pay for this position within Colorado is: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 - $132,000.00 annually.
• The base pay for this position within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is: $99,000.00 - $132,000.00 - $145,200.00 annually.

For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range.

Benefits:

Vantor offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond the standard, including a robust 401(k) with company match, mental health resources, and unique perks like student loan repayment assistance, adoption reimbursement and pet insurance to support all aspects of your life. You can find more information on our benefits at: https://www.Vantor.com/careers

EEO Policy:

Vantor is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We believe in fostering an environment where all team members feel respected, valued, and encouraged to share their ideas. 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.