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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr Principal Cyber Software Test Engineer - Test Lead/PO - **Company:** Northrop Grumman - **Location:** Colorado Springs, CO, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $117,500.0 - $176,300.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** HTML, Microsoft Windows, Adobe InDesign, Agile Methodology, Systems Engineering, Acceptance Test-Driven Development, Confluence, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Blade Servers, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Data Governance, Linux, Networking Hardware, Microsoft Office, Multicasting, Scrum Methodology, Regression Testing, Requirements Management, Security Software, Software Engineering, Verification and Validation (Software), Test Data, Test Execution Engine, Test Management, Virtual Machines, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Network Routers, Diagnostic Tools, Computer Networking Systems, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Hardware Testing, Firewalls (Computer Science), Gherkin, Information Technology, Vba Programming Language, Operational Systems, Cucumber (Software), Network Server - **Published:** October 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us47cb3b283d4040d759bd84d613c455ba/eaa ## About the Role Please list your current security clearance and IAT or relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable. * A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Information Systems, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field from an accredited university, along with 8 years of experience; or a Master's degree in a related field with 6 years of relevant work experience; or 12 years of relevant work experience may be considered as an alternative to a degree * Applicants must have a current, active in-scope Government-issued Top Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start with the eligibility to be read on to SCI * Travel as required (approximately 10%) in support of program reviews, test events, and coordination meetings at other customer or contractor locations Technical Background: * Demonstrated experience with the technical aspects of complex, highly integrated, networked computer systems, preferably in a DoD or MDA environment * Familiarity with DoD/MDA testbed baseline concepts for testing hardware, software, and cyber/IA applications * Experience supporting the integration and testing of Command & Control systems (e.g., BMDS, space, or related C2 systems), including external interfaces and/or space sensor interfaces Test Engineering Experience: * Hands-on experience with hardware, software, and system-level verification and validation including requirements decomposition, test planning, procedure development, test execution, defect tracking, and test reporting * Experience with regression testing, test data analysis, and troubleshooting complex issues in lab or operationally representative environments Infrastructure / Network Skills: * Working knowledge of computer network systems and architectures, including servers, virtual machines (VMs), multicast techniques, and common network devices (e.g., firewalls, routers, switches, blade servers) Soft Skills / Collaboration: * Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional technical efforts, coordinate with multiple stakeholder organizations, and communicate complex technical issues clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences Preferred Qualifications: * Experience in Agile environments, including Agile test-driven development practices and working directly with Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and cross-functional product teams * Experience with one or more of the following tools and environments: DOORS or similar requirements management tools, JIRA, Confluence, and Test Management for JIRA (TM4J) or similar test management solutions, and Test automation tools and frameworks such as Gherkin, Cucumber, or equivalent BDD/ATDD tools * Familiarity with common message formats and data standards, such as: TADIL-J, Link-16, or other tactical data links, and HTML, XML, COI, ATOMS, or similar formats used in C2BMC or BMDS environments * Experience working with Windows and Linux operating systems, including daily use of MS Office and common scripting or diagnostic tools in test environments * Previous experience on the C2BMC program, BMDS, or other Missile Defense Agency programs, especially in integration & test or lab operations. * Active or previous SCI access ## Description The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program is a key component of the Missile Defense System. It is a vital operational system that enables the U.S. president, the Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels to plan ballistic missile defense operations systematically, collectively monitor the battle, and dynamically control networked sensors and weapon systems to achieve global and regional mission goals. C2BMC supports layered missile defense capabilities that enable an optimized response to threats across all ranges and flight phases. It serves as a force multiplier by networking, integrating, and synchronizing autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations, both globally and regionally, to improve performance. C2BMC is essential for all ground and flight tests that verify and demonstrate the current and future capabilities of missile defense systems. The Sr Principal Cyber Software Test Engineer - Test Lead / Product Owner will serve as the primary technical lead for C2BMC-Global (C2BMC-G) test and analysis, providing daily technical and programmatic interaction with civilian, military, and contract leadership and technical personnel at MDA facilities (MDIOC and VB3) and LM offices in Colorado Springs, CO (Voyager and Federal Dr.) and Huntsville, AL. This role supports Agile Product Teams and the Integration & Test (I&T) functional area to conduct hardware, software, and system-level verification and validation testing of the C2BMC-Global system. Essential Functions: * Serve as the primary point of contact for C2BMC-G test and analysis topics for the C2BMC National Team, interacting with Missile Defense Agency (MDA) and MDIOC technical support personnel and other government contractor organizations * Plan, schedule, and coordinate lab test and installation activities, including release installation, integration, and regression testing in C2BMC-G test labs * Act as a key stakeholder in test lab build-out design, participating in design meetings and reviews to ensure test requirements and infrastructure needs are met * Coordinate closely with technical leads (Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Deployment) and Cross Functional Product Team (CFPT) Product Owners to: * Forecast test needs and resource requirements * Identify test impacts and dependencies * Resolve technical issues affecting test execution * Identify inefficiencies and implement process and tooling improvements * Manage and brief test status, risks, and metrics to leadership * Chair or serve as the C2BMC National Team lead participant for MDA Capability Release (CR) and Battlefield Coordination Detachment (BCD) test assessment and verification activities * Provide technical leadership in the resolution of complex test issues, including hardware, software, integration, and cybersecurity/IA findings, working hands-on with lab configurations as required * Execute test tasks in accordance with program processes, quality management practices, and the C2BMC Quality Management Plan (QMP), including test plan development, procedure execution, and results documentation * Identify and communicate cost and technical risks to the CAM, Task Order PM, Product Owner, and Functional Area Manager (FAM), and develop and implement effective mitigation strategies * Support the FAM in resource planning, including staffing, skill mix, and schedule alignment to task order baselines * Provide test and technical support to JERB, JCCB, ROMB, and other configuration and review boards, as appropriate * Support Task Order reviews, customer reviews, and test readiness reviews, including preparation and delivery of technical briefings and status reports * Support metrics collection and analysis for test performance, defect trends, and lab utilization in accordance with the QMP * The candidate is expected to perform the majority of work at the MDIOC facility on Schriever SFB with additional work at local LM facilities as required * Additional assignments may include: * Training for security functions and local operating procedures * Participation in resident U.S. Space Force, Air Force, and MDA training relevant to MDIOC operations * Other duties as assigned that are typical of contractor personnel on a military installation (e.g., exercise support, inspections, and base access requirements)