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# Software Test Engineer

- **Company:** Peraton Inc
- **Location:** Colorado Springs, CO, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $80,000.0 - $128,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Adobe Analytics, Testing (Software), Agile Methodology, Systems Engineering, Confluence, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Configuration Management, Software Quality, Cyber Security, Continuous Integration, Linux, Cisco Nexus Switches, Scrum Methodology, Selenium, Software Engineering, Verification and Validation (Software), Systems Integration, Test Execution Engine, Test Scripts, Software Troubleshooting, Reliability of Systems, Gitlab, SC Clearance, Integration Tests, Devsecops, Jenkins
- **Published:** September 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.builtincolorado.com/job/software-test-engineer/11243252?handler=ApplyRedirect

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of relevant experience, OR 0+ years with Master's degree; additional four (4) years of experience in lieu of degree will be considered
 * Minimum active Secret clearance with eligibility to obtain a Top Secret clearance after joining the program.
 * Foundational experience supporting software testing, quality assurance, integration validation, or operational testing activities within DoD, aerospace, cyber, enterprise IT, or mission-focused environments
 * Familiarity with developing and executing test plans, test procedures, test scripts, and operational test activities
 * Experience documenting and tracking software defects, discrepancies, and corrective actions
 * Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and software development lifecycle processes
 * Experience troubleshooting software and system integration issues within Linux and/or Windows environments
 * Ability to collaborate across engineering, software development, cybersecurity, integration, and operations teams
 * Strong analytical, troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills

Desired Qualifications

 * Active Top Secret clearance
 * Experience supporting NORAD, USSPACECOM, Space Force, missile warning, or space domain awareness missions
 * Experience supporting satellite ground systems, command-and-control systems, or enterprise mission systems
 * Familiarity with automated testing frameworks and CI/CD pipeline testing
 * Experience with tools such as Jira, Zephyr, Confluence, GitLab, Jenkins, Selenium, or similar testing platforms
 * Experience supporting integration and operational testing within classified or mission-focused environments
 * Familiarity with DevSecOps and secure software testing practices
 * Experience supporting verification and validation activities for mission-critical systems
 * Security+, Linux, cloud, or related technical certifications preferred

## Description

The Software Test Engineer will perform software testing, quality assurance, integration validation, defect management, and operational readiness activities for mission-critical NORAD and USSPACECOM systems. Responsibilities include creating and executing test plans and cases, validating releases, troubleshooting integration issues, supporting Agile and DevSecOps practices, documenting results, and collaborating with engineering, cybersecurity, development, and operations teams in classified mission environments.
The summary above was generated by AI, The Test / QA Software Engineer will support testing, quality assurance, integration validation, and operational readiness activities for mission-critical applications and systems supporting NORAD and USSPACECOM operations within the Cheyenne Mountain Complex environment. This role will support Agile software development and integration activities across complex operational and developmental environments supporting space, missile warning, command-and-control, and enterprise mission systems. The ideal candidate will possess foundational experience supporting software quality assurance, integration testing, defect management, and operational validation within DoD, aerospace, cyber, or mission-focused environments while collaborating closely with systems engineering, software development, cybersecurity, integration, and operations teams to improve mission capability, system reliability, and operational effectiveness., * Support software testing and quality assurance activities across the software development lifecycle including integration, regression, functional, system, and operational testing

 * Develop, maintain, and execute test plans, test procedures, test scripts, and automated/manual test cases
 * Support integration validation and operational readiness assessments across mission systems and enterprise environments
 * Document, track, and validate software defects, discrepancies, and corrective actions using defect tracking tools
 * Collaborate with software developers, systems engineers, cybersecurity personnel, and operations teams to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues
 * Support verification and validation activities for software releases, patches, upgrades, and modernization efforts
 * Participate in Agile development activities including sprint planning, backlog refinement, technical reviews, and release validation
 * Support automated testing, CI/CD integration testing, and DevSecOps quality assurance activities where applicable
 * Develop and maintain testing documentation, test reports, operational procedures, and readiness metrics
 * Support root cause analysis, incident response, and operational troubleshooting activities
 * Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on software quality, system reliability, maintainability, and mission effectiveness
 * Ensure testing activities comply with program security, configuration management, and quality assurance standards


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