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# Software Test Engineer

- **Company:** Government Tactical Solutions LLC
- **Location:** Colorado Springs, CO, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $90,000.0 - $120,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Agile Methodology, Automation of Tests, Linux, Software Maintenance, Regression Testing, Software Configuration Management, Solaris (Operating System), System Testing, Test Management, Software Performance
- **Published:** July 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://amatriot.clearcompany.com/careers/jobs/e7ab4883-bb51-52ac-9286-2f26be75ebec/apply

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline and 2-4 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, * Experience supporting MILSATCOM operations, satellite command and control systems, or a related developmental/operational environment preferred
 * Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate technical concepts to both engineering teams and customers

Certifications:

 * Current Security+ certification (DoD 8570 IAT Level II) or higher.

Preferred Qualifications:

 * 4+ years of software or system testing experience
 * Experience supporting MILSATCOM and/or satellite command and control systems
 * Familiarity with Agile software development methodologies
 * Experience working in classified or mission-critical operational environments
 * Knowledge of automated testing tools and test management processes
 * Ability to articulate technical concepts orally and in written forms both internally to the team as well as externally to the customer

## Description

Security Clearance: At a minimum, Active Secret security clearance, with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance., Amatriot is seeking a Software Test Engineer to support the U.S. Space Force's Critical Satellite Communications (C-SAR) mission in Colorado Springs, Colorado. In this role, you will help ensure the reliability, performance, and readiness of mission-critical software systems that support MILSATCOM operations around the globe.

This is an opportunity to work directly with cutting-edge satellite command and control technologies in a highly collaborative environment where your contributions have a direct impact on national security and space operations., * As a member of a specialized engineering team, you will support testing and validation activities for the Command and Control System - Consolidated (CCS-C) integrated environment. Your work will help ensure the successful deployment and operation of Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) applications, custom-developed software, and satellite-specific data products supporting U.S. Space Force missions. Applications are hosted on Windows, Solaris, and Linux platforms.
Responsibilities include:

 * Develop, prepare, and execute formal software acceptance tests
 * Validate software maintenance releases and system enhancements
 * Collaborate closely with software developers during unit, integration, and system testing activities
 * Analyze test results, identify defects, and support resolution efforts
 * Provide daily status reporting during formal test events
 * Maintain and execute regression test suites to ensure system stability
 * Support user acceptance testing and assist with troubleshooting and root-cause analysis
 * Verify software performance across Windows, Linux, and Solaris environments
 * Apply software configuration management (CM) best practices to ensure consistency and integrity across multiple systems


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