Senior Test Engineer

AMERICAN SYSTEMS, a 100% employee-owned federal government contractor, is seeking a Senior Test Engineer to support a mission-critical biometric program for our government customer.

About the role

This role will lead all aspects of test planning, execution oversight, defect management, and test reporting in accordance with SELC processes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Test Manager for a biometric program, leading all aspects of test planning, execution oversight, defect management, and test reporting in accordance with SELC processes.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive test documentation and lifecycle test artifacts to support program execution, governance reviews, and deployment readiness decisions.
• Ensure requirements are testable, traceable, and validated through approved verification methods and documented test results.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to coordinate integrated test activities across system development, cybersecurity, privacy, infrastructure, and operational domains.
• Support technical and operational readiness reviews by defining entrance and exit criteria, assembling evidence, and tracking closure of test-related findings.
• Monitor system quality and performance through structured testing, issue tracking, regression testing, and readiness assessments.
• Manage test resources, environments, and data needed to support reliable and repeatable validation of biometric capabilities.
• Ensure testing activities address applicable compliance requirements, including security, privacy, accessibility, records management, and system interfaces.
• Provide leadership with timely, accurate assessments of testing status, system risk, and readiness for operational use.
• Promote continuous improvement in test processes, coordination, and reporting to enhance program quality and delivery outcomes.

Requirements

• Active CBP BI or TOP SECRET U.S. security clearance.
• U.S. Citizenship required for the purposes of obtaining/holding a U.S. security clearance.
• 11+ years' experience in testing/engineering.
• Bachelor’s Degree in STEM field; Master’s Degree preferred.
• Supportive certifications a plus.
• Experience with various border security technologies.
• Knowledge of best practices related to deployment of border security technologies.
• Understanding of testing standards and best practices.
• Understanding of the geographical and environmental conditions and challenges related to border areas.
• Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations governing border technology use and adherence to safety protocols.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.

Pay

The salary range for this position is USD $160,000.00/Yr. - USD $170,000.00/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law.

Benefits

AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides a comprehensive benefits program including healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.