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# CNO Test Engineer

- **Company:** Set of X
- **Location:** Fort Meade, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $120,000.0 - $240,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Automation of Tests, Configuration Management, Linux, IP Addressing, Subnetting, Python (Programming Language), Network Interface, Routing, Ruby, Signal Processing, Subversion, Wireshark, Scripting, Performance Testing, Git, Information Technology, Atlassian Tools
- **Published:** August 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9074659/cno-test-engineer

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science or a related field, and 5 to 7 years of relevant work experience
 * Development experience using Python, Ruby, or Javascript
 * Experience working with and testing embedded systems
 * Knowledge of networks and IP subnets/routing is required
 * Ability to configure network interfaces, set IP addresses and subnets.
 * Familiarity with signal analysis tools such as Wireshark
 * Familiarity with the Linux operating system, * Development experience using SmartBear
 * Familiarity with SVN or GIT version control systems along with an understanding of basic Configuration Management principles
 * Experience using the Atlassian suite

Clearance:
TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.

## Description

* Develop operational test scenarios and produce test artifacts that provide suggestions regarding improvements to the development team
 * Develop test automation scripts using Python scripts that improve performance testing and aid in the reduction of time to market
 * Effectively communicate to the technical team, management, and the customer to keep all parties informed of progress, plans and potential problems
 * Collaborate with other organizations and teams to thoroughly exercise the system and verify requirements are satisfied


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