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# Senior Test Engineer (Contingent)- Onsite

- **Company:** RTX
- **Location:** Aurora, CO, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $86,800.0 - $165,200.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software Applications, Automation of Tests, Configuration Management, CompTIA Security+, System Configuration, Data Cleansing, Network Interface Controllers, Monitoring of Systems, Data Streaming, Systems Integration, Kubernetes, Docker
- **Published:** August 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us105abd62f9c46315f785cbb1984ca2c9/eaa

## About the Role

Demonstrated test engineering experience for distributed or cloud based systems
Familiarity with interface and configuration management practices
Experience with automated test frameworks and CI/CD pipelines
Ability to lead troubleshooting across multidiscipline teams
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience.
Active and transferable U.S. government issued TS/SCI clearance is required prior to start date.
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
Qualifications We Prefer:
CompTIA Security+
Experience with containerized/cloud native architectures (Docker/Kubernetes)
Understanding of observability/monitoring tools
Experience with mission assurance or cyber related verification

## Description

Collins Aerospace is seeking an experienced Senior Test Engineer to lead verification activities across cloud enabled, distributed mission systems supporting the AF DCGS High Band Mission Applications Software (HBMAS) Sustainment and Development program in Aurora, CO. The role includes developing test strategies, guiding automated test solutions, validating interfaces, and supporting integration across multidiscipline teams. Work follows modern agile engineering methods and requires strong technical leadership during system integration and troubleshooting. An active and transferable U.S. government issued TS/SCI clearance is required prior to start date.
This position is contingent upon contract award and customer funding.
What You Will Do:
Lead development of test plans, procedures, and automated test scripts
Perform integration and verification of distributed, cloud enabled mission applications
Evaluate end to end data flows, security controls, and acceptance criteria
Guide test environment setup, data preparation, and deployment validation
Drive defect investigation and coordinate root cause analysis with engineering teams
Maintain alignment of test artifacts within controlled technical baselines
Participate in interface control working groups
Provide input to architecture discussions to ensure testability


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