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# Space Force - Interoperability Test Engineer - Secret

- **Company:** APR Consulting, Inc.
- **Location:** Scottsdale, AZ, United States (Remote available)
- **Salary:** $126,131.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Automation of Tests, Linux, Interoperability, Python (Programming Language), Routing, Signal Processing, Software Engineering, System Testing, Systems Integration, Network Support
- **Published:** May 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=5d76c37304020b56

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering or related STEM field and 2+ years of relevant experience, OR Master's degree plus 6 months of experience.
 * Strong understanding of software development processes and engineering principles.
 * Ability to apply systems engineering concepts to testing and integration activities.
 * Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently with limited oversight.

Clearance Requirements

 * Department of Defense Top Secret clearance required at time of hire.
 * Applicants may be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
 * U.S. citizenship is required.

Preferred Skills

 * Network experience (routing, analysis, signal processing).
 * System testing and troubleshooting expertise.
 * Test automation and tooling development.
 * Hardware/software integration experience.
 * Working knowledge of Linux and Python.

## Description

* Perform interoperability testing for SDA program systems as part of a cross-functional engineering team.
 * Support system testing, troubleshooting, and integration of hardware and software components.
 * Develop and implement test automation processes and tooling.
 * Analyze network performance and signal processing for system validation.
 * Document test results and provide technical leadership in resolving issues.


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