SAIC

Software Functional Test Engineer

SAIC$88K — $105K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field plus 5 years of relevant experience; additional 6 years may substitute for formal education.
  • Active Secret Security Clearance required; US Citizenship mandatory.
  • Security+ Certification required or obtainable within 3 months of hire.
  • Proficient in Windows 11 OS configuration and Microsoft Office applications.
  • Experience with configuring and using IP, Serial networks, and Cisco networking equipment.
  • Proficient in using packet sniffing software like Wireshark for troubleshooting IP traffic.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in dynamic environments.

Responsibilities

  • Develop test documentation and execute test cases for software fixes and enhancements.
  • Test documentation and execution of cases for Cybersecurity updates and patches on NSITE software.
  • Conduct formal testing of hardware used with NSITE software and document results.
  • Record problem reports in Team Foundation Server for any compliance issues during testing.
  • Collaborate with Software Functional Test Teams and NSITE Development Team on testing outcomes.
  • Work with Indicium ICES Team on cyber security, hardware, and lab testing processes.
  • Engage in NSITE Formal Qualification Tests and assist Software QC personnel with testing activities.
  • Participate in team meetings including sprint planning, retrospectives, and daily standups.

Benefits

  • A collaborative work environment with access to advanced defense technology.
  • Opportunities for professional development and obtaining relevant certifications.
  • Work on mission-critical projects supporting U.S. defense.
  • Engagement with multi-disciplinary teams and exposure to comprehensive military operations.
  • Limited travel requirements allow for work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Job Description

SAIC is seeking a Software Functional Test Engineer to join our NSITE team in Huntsville, AL.

Job Description: The Network, System Integration and Test Environment (NSITE) is a Government owned, managed, and developed software suite under the Army S3I Indicium Project. NSITE is used by the Missile Defense Agency (MDA), Joint Services, and numerous labs in support of continued interoperability testing of systems employed for defense of the United States and our Allies. The NSITE software provides data collection, situational awareness, and analysis capabilities to a wide range of users who benefit from NSITE's ability to act as an independent third-party truth teller. The Indicium Project has in-depth experience in Tactical Data Links (TDL), Missile Defense System (MDS) Test, Enterprise Information Technology, Software and Systems Engineering and Information Assurance.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Develop test documentation and conduct test cases to functionally test each software fix/change associated with correcting software design deficiency or enhancement.
  • Develop test documentation and conduct test cases to functionally test Cyber updates and patches associated with the NSITE software.
  • Develop test documentation and conduct test cases to functionally test hardware used in conjunction with NSITE software.
  • During the conduct of formal and informal tests, open problem reports in Team Foundation Server for each software implementation that does not comply with its associated software requirement, as verified during test.
  • Interface directly with members of Software and Functional Test Teams, NSITE Development Team, NSITE Operations Team and NSITE Program Management to include software issues detected internally and fielded.
  • Interface directly with members of Indicium Integrated Communications Engineering & Security (ICES) Team in matters of cyber security, hardware and lab testing.
  • Actively participate in NSITE Formal Qualification Tests to perform functional testing and assist with software testing as required. Work with Software Quality Control (QC) personnel as required during testing.
  • Actively participate in all team meetings to include all sprint kickoff, sprint retrospect, and daily and weekly standup meetings.


Qualifications

Education Requirements:
  • Bachelors degree in Computer Science (or related field) and five (5) years' experience; Additional six (6) years' experience (per contract vehicle).

Clearance Requirements:
  • Must possess an active Secret Security Clearance; US Citizenship required.

Required Qualifications:
  • Security+ Certification or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire.
  • Strong Windows 11 OS configuration experience.
  • Strong Microsoft Office skills.
  • Experience configuring and using Internet Protocol (IP), Serial networks and Cisco networking equipment.
  • Experience troubleshooting IP traffic utilizing packet sniffing software Wireshark.
  • Self-starter, able to function independently and in a team environment where priorities and assignments can quickly shift.
  • Experience designing and writing both formal and informal test procedures.
  • Experience Functionally Testing new computer hardware, NICs, switches, etc.
  • Ability to write clear and concise software defect reports.
  • Ability to function effectively in a dynamic environment with aggressive schedules.

Desired Qualifications:
  • Familiarity with Tactical Interoperability Communications Data Links (6016, 3011, DIS, VMF, B Series, etc.).
  • Functional understanding of tactical interoperability equipment to include Air Defense Systems Integrator (ADSI), Link Monitoring and Management Tool (LMMT), Joint Range Extension (JRE) or like systems.
  • Network+ Certification.

Travel Required:
  • May require up to 10% travel annually.

About SAIC

Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) is a technology integrator in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC has approximately 26,000 employees and operates in more than 70 countries. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Reston, Virginia. SAIC provides services to the U.S. government, including the Department of Defense, the intelligence community, and civilian agencies. The company also serves commercial customers in the healthcare, energy, and financial services sectors.
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Size
26,000 employees
Market Cap
$6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$206 million
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+10.7%
Revenue
$6.8 billion
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