Software Test Engineer

Description

SAIC is seeking an Interoperability System Test Engineer to support execution of large-scale distributed test events and federations in support of USPACOM . Position is located on Redstone Arsenal and intended to work as part of team to support protocol, federation, test plan execution, installation and troubleshooting for a software development package supporting Modeling and Simulation events.

Required travel of up to 30% with overseas travel from 1 to 3.5 weeks at a time to support exercise deployment and user support.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Targeting a high-energy Junior to Mid-Level Engineer capable of learning specific simulation architectures on the job.

• Working knowledge and experience in scripting languages (e.g. Python, Bash or PowerShell) to create, maintain, and execute automated test suites

• Experience validating REST APIs, data ingestion endpoints, and network payloads under loaded test conditions.

• Ability to execute automated test scripts and report results within existing automated software pipelines (e.g. GitLab CI/CD, Jenkins).

• System administration experience with Linux and Windows operating environments (with Department of War background as a plus).

• Working familiarity with containerized applications and orchestration platforms to deploy and reset test beds (e.g. Kubernetes, Docker or virtualized VMware/Proxmox nodes).

• Maintain system security compliance applying DISA STIGs and executing routine system patching.

• Document updates for user manuals and procedures.

• Must have or obtain a US Passport within 30 days of start.

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelors in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering or other related technical field; practical lab experience of four (4) years accepted in lieu of degree.

• Experience working with operating systems such as RHEL, Ubuntu and Windows Operating systems.

• Willing to travel 30% overseas in support of installation, testing and exercise events.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Working knowledge and troubleshooting of simulation network protocols: DIS, HLA, TINA.

• Software Testing knowledge (scripting, automated testing).

• SELinux working knowledge.

• Docker / Kubernetes working knowledge.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS:

• Must have a current DoD 8570.01-M IAT level II or higher certification (e.g. Security+ CE, CySA+, CISSP, CASP) prior to start.

REQUIRED CLEARANCES:

• Must have an active Secret clearance with ability to obtain a TS/SCI Clearance.

• Must be a current U.S. Citizen.

• Must have or obtain a US Passport within 30 days of start.

Target salary range: $60,001 - $100,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

REQNUMBER: 2618563

SAIC is a premier technology integrator, solving our nation's most complex modernization and systems engineering challenges across the defense, space, federal civilian, and intelligence markets. Our robust portfolio of offerings includes high-end solutions in systems engineering and integration; enterprise IT, including cloud services; cyber; software; advanced analytics and simulation; and training. We are a team of 23,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $6.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see Working at SAIC. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability