Test Engineer (Part - Time)

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and execute test procedures for biometric hardware and software systems.
• Conduct functional, performance, regression, and integration testing in laboratory and operational environments.
• Write detailed test plans including schedules, resources, test devices, environments, scenarios, scripts, and stimulation requirements.
• Cook up with developmental and operational test personnel on testing schedules, planning, and requirements.
• Analyze test results to identify software defects, hardware malfunctions, and system performance issues.
• Document test findings and prepare detailed test reports supporting government milestone reviews and decision-making activities.
• Provide technical support during the fielding of new biometric systems to operational units.
• Support troubleshooting and resolution of system issues identified during testing and evaluation activities.
• Collaborate with engineering, cybersecurity, and field support teams to ensure systems meet operational and technical requirements.
• Support continuous improvement of testing methodologies, processes, and evaluation standards.

Required Qualifications

• Active Secret Clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience in test and evaluation activities.
• Experience supporting test and evaluation efforts within DoD environments.
• Experience developing and executing test plans, procedures, scripts, and evaluation activities.
• Experience analyzing system performance, identifying defects, and documenting technical findings.
• Experience coordinating testing schedules, requirements, and planning activities across multiple stakeholders.
• Familiarity with biometric systems and biometric collection technologies.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, technical writing, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to support technical briefings and milestone reviews.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting DoD biometric programs or interagency biometric stakeholders.
• Hands-on experience with biometric collection devices including fingerprint, iris, facial, and voice recognition systems.
• Experience supporting operational field testing in tactical or deployed environments.
• Familiarity with automated testing tools, test management platforms, and data analysis tools.
• Experience supporting milestone reviews, acquisition programs, or operational readiness evaluations.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity testing and secure system validation processes.