Test Engineer III

Job Summary

Battelle’s Mission Focused Tools Division in Chantilly, VA is seeking a Test Engineer to join our multi-disciplinary team delivering mission-critical cyber capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and document formal and informal test activities for cyber capabilities
• Develop and maintain test plans, procedures, and validation scripts
• Perform hands-on testing in lab and operationally relevant environments
• Analyze test results, identify defects or performance gaps, and recommend remediation priorities
• Collaborate closely with R&D teams to reproduce issues and validate fixes
• Contribute to automated testing pipelines and tooling
• Design test scenarios that reflect real-world operational use cases
• Produce clear, customer-ready test reports and technical summaries
• Interface with internal stakeholders and assist in discussions with external customers
• Travel up to 20% to support field testing and customer engagements

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field with 3–6 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must be a U.S. Citizen with an active Secret security clearance (or ability to obtain one)
• Demonstrated experience executing structured test and evaluation activities
• Proficiency in Python and/or C
• Experience working with embedded systems and Linux-based environments
• Understanding of networking fundamentals and common protocols
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Experience contributing to formal customer test or acceptance processes

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with automation and CI/CD tools (Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, or similar)
• Familiarity with embedded system internals (Embedded Linux, RTOS)
• Basic understanding of RF concepts
• Experience using debuggers (e.g., gdb, WinDbg)
• Exposure to vulnerability assessment or cyber capability testing

Annual Salary Compensation Range

Battelle is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role is $126,700 - $180,500 (Virginia) per year, in addition to our comprehensive benefits package. A candidate’s salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to education, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications. Salary ranges may vary based on geographic location and market conditions.

Benefits

• Live an Extraordinary Life
• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package
• Balanced work schedule with every other Friday off
• Enhanced work flexibility with a hybrid arrangement
• Paid time off to support work-life balance
• Wellness benefits and incentives
• Financial stability with a 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Opportunities for education and professional development

Vaccinations & Safety Protocols

Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients' requirements, to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).