Test Engineer 2 (TS/SCI Clearance with Full Scope Polygraph)

J&T Business Consulting
Columbia, MD, United States
3 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Compensation
$117,000.0 - $141,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Testing (Software) Application Testing Automation of Tests Command-Line Interface Linux Linux System Administration Linux Commands Log Analysis Verification and Validation (Software) System Testing

Job description

Systems & Application Testing: Execute application-level and systems testing to validate critical mission requirements, including functional testing of COTS and vendor-provided user client applications. Interface & Compliance Verification: Verify that client applications correctly interface and operate with ITS components while adhering to strict technical, security, and operational compliance mandates. Test Lifecycle Execution: Develop, execute, and maintain detailed test cases, procedures, and test result documentation across all testing phases. Defect Investigation & Resolution: Identify, isolate, document, and track software/system defects through resolution; collaborate with engineering and operations teams to validate corrective fixes. Linux Environment Operations: Utilize Linux command-line utilities to perform deep-dive troubleshooting, log analysis, and system verification. Process Improvement: Assist in modernizing test methodologies, refining standard operating procedures, and expanding test automation capabilities.

Requirements

The Test Engineer 2 delivers application and systems testing support within a mission-critical environment governed by strict compliance and operational standards. This role focuses on executing functional and compliance testing, diagnosing complex technical issues, documenting test outcomes, and supporting the end-to-end software test lifecycle. The position requires solid hands-on Linux experience and the ability to operate independently across technical, cross-functional teams., Clearance: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph., Bachelor’s degree plus a minimum of five (5) years of relevant testing experience, OR Ten (10) years of Test Engineer experience in lieu of a degree. Operating Systems: Solid hands-on experience working in Linux environments, including navigation and troubleshooting via command-line tools. Testing Expertise: Proven background in application-level functional testing, systems verification, defect tracking, and test procedure documentation.

Benefits & conditions

Compensation: $117,000 - $141,000 base salary, evaluated based on experience, skill level, and contractual requirements. Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance options. Retirement: 401(k) plan with company matching. Paid Leave: Paid Time Off (PTO), standard paid holidays, and paid parental leave. Income Protection: Basic life insurance and disability coverage. Career Growth: Tuition reimbursement programs to support continuous education., + $100,000-245,000 per year Description Do you love designing algorithms and developing on embedded systems to solve hard problems with real-world applications? Are you eager to take initiative and work o…

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