Test Specialist

Delphi Technologies; Great Mills (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave

Health Insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

HSA/HRA contributions

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

J.F. Taylor, Inc. seeks a Software Test professional to conduct verification and validation for UMCS aboard the MQ-25 Stingray program.

You will execute structured lab-based tests on Ground Control Stations, develop test artifacts from system requirements, and perform regression testing on new software builds. You will troubleshoot issues with software developers and cybersecurity personnel, maintain configuration control, and support JSVT activities in a classified environment at Patuxent

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related technical field.
• Experience developing and executing software test plans, procedures, and documenting discrepancies.
• Working knowledge of software development lifecycles (Agile, DevSecOps, or waterfall) and configuration management.
• Experience in lab/integration environments with networked systems or mission systems (DoD preferred).
• Active Secret clearance with ability to work in a classified environment at Patuxent River.

Responsibilities

• Conduct verification and validation testing of UMCS software loads for MQ-25 Stingray program.
• Execute structured test procedures on GCS in lab environment for functionality and performance.
• Develop and update test plans, cases, and scripts from requirements and change docs.
• Perform regression testing on new builds to identify impacts.
• Document results, discrepancies, and traceability to requirements.
• Troubleshoot software and system integration issues with engineers and cybersecurity personnel.
• Support software load verification ensuring configuration control and baseline integrity.
• Participate in readiness reviews, config control boards, and JSVT activities.
• Test using MST Prototype with MDCX to validate workflows and interfaces.
• Ensure compliance with DoD testing standards and QA processes.

Skills

Test planning

Software test

Systems integration

Lab environments

Agile/DevSecOps

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/CS/IS

Tools

MST Prototype

MDCX

Job description

• Conduct comprehensive verification and validation testing of the latest UMCS (Unmanned Mission Control System) software loads supporting the MQ-25 Stingray program.
• Execute structured test procedures on Ground Control Stations (GCS) within a lab environment to ensure functionality, stability, and performance compliance.
• Develop, review, and update detailed test plans, test cases, and test scripts based on system requirements and software change documentation.
• Perform regression testing on new software builds to identify unintended impacts to existing capabilities.
• Document test results, discrepancies, and anomalies with clarity and traceability to requirements.
• Troubleshoot software and system integration issues in coordination with software developers, systems engineers, and cybersecurity personnel.
• Support software load verification prior to operational use, ensuring configuration control and baseline integrity.
• Operate within a classified laboratory environment at Naval Air Station Patuxent River, maintaining strict adherence to security protocols and handling procedures.
• Participate in technical reviews, readiness reviews, and configuration control boards as required.
• Prepare for and actively participate in Joint System Verification Testing (JSVT), including pre-test coordination, lab configuration validation, execution support, real-time anomaly documentation, and post-test data analysis to ensure software readiness and requirement verification.
• Conduct integration and functional testing using the Mission System Trainer (MST) Prototype in conjunction with the Multidomain Control Station (MDCX) to validate mission workflows, operator interfaces, and system interoperability within a representative operational environment.
• Ensure compliance with DoD testing standards, program documentation requirements, and quality assurance processes.
• Maintain familiarity with ground control station hardware interfaces, network configurations, and system architecture.
• Support continuous improvement of test methodologies, automation opportunities, and lab processes.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field is desired, with experience in software test and evaluation, systems integration, or verification and validation activities.
• Demonstrated experience developing and executing software test plans, test procedures, and documenting discrepancies in a structured test environment.
• Working knowledge of software development lifecycles (Agile, DevSecOps, or traditional waterfall) and configuration management practices.
• Experience operating in a lab or integration environment involving networked systems, hardware/software interfaces, or mission systems (DoD or other complex systems preferred).
• Active Secret clearance (or higher) with the ability to work in a classified environment at Naval Air Station Patuxent River.

Salary Range 70K-100K and will commensurate with experience

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Level of Clearance Required Secret Eligible

Amount of Travel Minimal

About the Organization J.F. Taylor, Inc. was founded as an engineering firm in 1983 by John F. Taylor, a retired Naval Aviation Officer and engineer. With over 600 employees and $200 million in annual revenues, we have continually leveraged our engineering foundation in systems engineering, software development, and the design and production of high fidelity training devices. Our capabilities include the design, manufacture and fabrication of single prototypes and the high-volume production of aircraft and maritime kits and components.

Competitive salaries and benefits are critical to attracting and retaining excellent employees. We recognize that happy employees lead to continuity, experience, and quality work.

Our benefits package for all permanent, full-time employees includes:

• Four Weeks of Paid Leave
• Ten Paid Holidays
• Health Insurance, including Medical, Vision, and Prescription Coverage
• Company HSA/HRA Contributions
• Dental Insurance
• Term Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Matching Contributions
• IRS Section 125 Flexible Benefits Plan
• Supplemental Health Coverage Plans
• Supplemental Disability and Life Insurance Plans
• Tuition Assistance
• Reduced Rates for Corporate Fitness Membership

Req Number ENG-26-00037

EOE Statement J.F. Taylor is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.

This position is currently accepting applications.