Test Engineer

Job Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, and maintain comprehensive manual test plans to validate software functionality and system performance.
• Perform extensive manual software testing throughout all phases of the software development lifecycle.
• Create and execute test cases, test scenarios, and test procedures.
• Participate in test case walkthroughs with developers, systems engineers, and stakeholders to validate requirements and expected outcomes.
• Execute functional, integration, regression, and user acceptance testing activities.
• Identify, document, track, and assist with resolving software defects and anomalies.
• Validate software enhancements, bug fixes, and newly developed features prior to deployment.
• Support system integration testing activities across multiple applications and environments.
• Collaborate with software developers, systems engineers, and other technical teams to improve overall system quality.
• Analyze requirements and translate them into detailed testing strategies and test cases.
• Document test results and maintain accurate testing records and supporting documentation.
• Support Linux-based environments and gain exposure to automation and CI/CD processes.
• Adhere to established engineering standards, security requirements, and quality assurance procedures.

Required Skills

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related technical discipline
• Four (4) years of additional work experience may be substituted for a degree
• Experience performing manual software testing activities
• Experience creating and executing test plans, test procedures, and test cases
• Ability to conduct test case walkthroughs and validate software requirements
• Experience documenting test results, defects, and remediation efforts
• Understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC)
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively within a collaborative Agile development environment

Desired Skills

• Experience with functional, integration, regression, or user acceptance testing
• Exposure to Linux or UNIX operating systems
• Familiarity with defect tracking and test management tools
• Exposure to scripting languages such as Python, Java, or Shell scripting
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and CI/CD concepts
• Experience supporting mission-critical or enterprise environments