Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), provider of automated software testing, data analysis, and cybersecurity solutions for complex, mission-critical systems in the US Department of Defense (DOD), is seeking a Test Engineer to be based in our Arlington or San Diego office.
Overview:
The test engineer will design and develop tests, then manually or automatically execute tests for IDTs flagship ATRT Enterprise Platform in a classified lab environment. This process requires a highly organized individual capable of conducting several different test events simultaneously. The test engineer will maintain a System Requirements Verification Matrix for each product tested, ensuring that all system requirements are verified by a specific test procedure and communicate methods of improving test coverage. Finally, the test engineer prepares reports on test results and communicates results to cross functional teams, guiding the team with specific information necessary to isolate and identify the issue.
All applicants must be able to obtain/maintain an active U.S. Security Clearance.
Responsibilities Include:
Develop, implement, and analyze System Requirements Verification Matrices (SRVM), determining the most efficient methods to increase test coverage
Allocate requirements to test procedures, working with development teams to ensure test procedures verify requirement intent.
Configuration manage and configuration audit test environments.
Develop and implement automated testing strategies using automated test tools including IDT's ATRT Test Manager for execution against IDT developed software
Gathering and understanding requirements to provide optimal automated test solutions
Support and enhance existing testing process by suggesting continuous improvement initiatives
Work with minimal supervision to implement best-in-class solutions
Provide clear status and communication to IDT's geographically dispersed technical and management teams
Minimum Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree preferred in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, or Math
1+ year(s) of experience in engineering, software and/or testing environments
Required skills:
Ability to quickly learn new applications and tools
Basic MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) skills
Basic Linux operations knowledge
Familiarity with Automated test tools
Understanding of System Requirement Verification Matrices
Understanding of System requirement allocation
Preferred skills:
4+ years of experience operating US Navy tactical systems
Experience operating the US Navy Aegis, SSDS, CANES, ADNS, or radio systems.
Experience with software testing, test automation, and test tools
Understanding of test automation design patterns, and software testing principles and methodologies
Understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Proficiency with source code control systems (e.g. Git) and bug tracking systems (e.g. Jira)
Proficiency in a Linux operating environment
Competencies:
Requirements Management
Configuration Management
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Attention to detail, with a high level of diligence and accuracy
Ability to collaborate and communicate closely with peers, developers, and customers to document, manage and communicate test results
Initiative, creativity, reliability, teamwork
Strong organizational and planning skills
Pay Range*:
$72,000 - $114,450 or $85,500 - $139,650 *Pursuant to California Senate Bill 1162, IDT is required to disclose the "pay scale" or "pay range" associated with a job posting. Notably, however, this amount may not be reflective of actual compensation that may be earned as pay is dependent on a candidate's experience, skills, and education. The posted range does not include bonuses, commissions, tips, or other benefits. Click here for additional information about Senate Bill 1162. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience.
EEO Statement:
IDT is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
