Overview

Software Test Engineer - Senior- TGC

Be the Difference

Astrion offers comprehensive services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success across various domains, from Cyber to Digital, Mission and Systems, servicing our nation's Civilian, Defense and Space communities. We support customers with Centers of Excellence in Washington DC, Huntsville, AL and Burlington, MA with an additional 36 locations across the U.S.

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Software Test Engineer located in Baltimore, MD This position provides support to the 47th Cyberspace Test Squadron, under the Astrion Air Force Division.

Our cybersecurity test team is searching for new members that can help us conduct system security analysis on systems and/or software to understand and identify vulnerabilities. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced multi-disciplinary environment, learning new technology areas, this is the place for you. We provide a number of opportunities to learn ranging from on-the-job training with other team members to formal courses for unique technology areas.

We realize that no one will have all of these qualifications. We are looking for people that can bring a strong foundation in one of the listed areas and are motivated to learn the others. Position responsibilities can span from compliance testing to penetration testing, depending on skillset.

LOCATION: Working in Baltimore, MD, Providing Support for Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA), TX

JOB STATUS: Full Time

TRAVEL: 25% CONUS/OCONUS TDYs Primarily to JBSA

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Master’s Degree in a technical discipline with at least 10 Years of experience.
• Active Top Secret/SCI eligible and the ability maintain a TS/SCI security clearance. U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants.
• Must obtain the International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB) Certified Tester Foundational Level (CTFL) certification within 6 months of hire.
• Must obtain the ISTQB Certified Tester Advanced Level-Test Analyst (CTAL-TA) certification within 2 years of hire.
• Ability to interface with contractors developing the system under test (SUT) regarding test objectives, schedules, budgets, and methods of test.
• Must be proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Good organization, decision making, and verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of Waterfall and Agile software development methodologies.
• Excellent self-initiative and self-motivation with the ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Analytical skills and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with writing and/or developing test procedures for systems and subsystems.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Knowledgeable on various Software Development Lifecycles.
• Working knowledge of the following: Linux, Windows, VMware, OSI Model, Network traffic collection and analysis, enterprise network architecture, communication equipment and technologies, routers, mail and web servers, Intrusion Detection & Prevention Systems, firewalls, anti-virus tools, Jira, Confluence, Zephyr, and network traffic generation.
• Programming or scripting skillset.
• Understanding of AFIN & DODIN architecture.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare Developmental Test & Evaluation (DT&E) plans, test cases, and report according to established test methodologies and procedures.
• Perform functional testing at the system, interoperability, and integration test levels on various systems and networks.
• Participate in all phases of software and hardware development to include requirements development, risk assessments, and acceptance criteria development.
• Coordinate with customers, test engineers and range engineers to ensure the test infrastructure meet desired test objectives and data collection requirements.
• Actively communicate throughout the acquisition process in order to influence development of a testable capability or product.
• Compile and analyze test results data to determine conformity of the product or capability to the requirements.
• Document change requests/deficiencies of the product or capability as a result of test data analysis.
• Actively participate cooperatively in Agile team planning and test execution
• Support the test and integration process by performing all necessary planning, design, development, and implementation.
• Effectively communicate with external and internal stakeholders.
• Provide documentation of test procedures, plans, results, and analyses.
• Analyzing test data and preparing technical reports
• Collaborating with other engineering teams to identify and resolve issues.
• Providing technical guidance and support to other engineers
• Conducting research and providing technical recommendations

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries
• Continuing education assistance
• Professional development allotment
• Multiple healthcare benefits packages
• 401K with employer matching
• Paid time off (PTO) along with a federally recognized holiday schedule

Who We Are

At Astrion, we innovate, elevate, and shape the world of tomorrow. At our core is our purpose to “Be the Difference”. This means we encourage our employees to take action and be the driving force for positive change. We foster an environment where innovative solutions flourish and our company continuously evolves.

We have a culture of care, empathy, and making a tangible difference within our organization and communities. We embrace continuous learning, growth, and innovation, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. We promote collaboration and empowering our teams is at the core of our success.

Join Astrion and Be the Difference in your career and the world!

Astrion is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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