Systems Test Engineer - Defense Systems

Leidos seeks an IFPC Test Engineer to support mission-critical defense and IT systems. In this role, you will design, plan, and execute system and integration tests for IFPC solutions, validating performance, reliability, and compliance with stringent customer and security requirements. You will develop test procedures, automate key test cases, analyze defects, and collaborate closely with systems, software, and hardware teams. Leidos offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, flexible work options, and strong professional growth in a mission-driven, collaborative environment., * Develop and execute test plans, procedures, and scripts for IFPC systems and subsystems.

• Perform integration, regression, and system-level testing in lab and field environments.
• Analyze requirements to derive test cases and ensure full coverage of mission scenarios.
• Document test results, defects, and verification evidence in accordance with quality standards.
• Collaborate with systems, software, and hardware engineers to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
• Support test readiness reviews, design reviews, and customer test events.
• Automate test cases where feasible to improve test efficiency and repeatability.
• Ensure compliance with applicable defense, security, and safety standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of test processes, tools, and methodologies.
• Provide clear technical reporting to project leaders and government stakeholders.

• system testingintegration testingtest automationtest planningrequirements analysisdefense systems knowledgetest documentationdefect trackingconfiguration management
• Python
• C++test tools (e.g., DOORS, JIRA)hardware-in-the-loop testingverification and validation
• Linux/Windows environments