Software Quality Assurance Specialist/Apps TesterApplication Deadline: 31 July 2026
Department: Data Analysis and Technology Services
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Herndon, VA
DescriptionREQUIRED: Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
LOCATION: Full-time onsite in Herndon, VA
As a Software Quality Assurance Specialist/Apps Tester with Ardent Principles, you'll work side-by-side with project managers, developers, architects, security engineers, and Sponsor teams to design thorough test plans, validate builds against strict standards, and ensure every product performs exactly as intended. You'll create automated scripts, execute regression and acceptance testing, uphold accessibility requirements, and maintain lifelong validation documentation for critical systems.
Key ResponsibilitiesIn this challenging yet rewarding role, you are an integral part of what brings our Company's mission to life. You must have the following required skills, certifications and demonstrated experience providing testing support in and/or with:
- Working in close partnership with project managers, software developers, architects, security engineers and designated Sponsor teams in developing test plans, procedures, and scenarios for unit, process, function, system integration, and acceptance testing.
- Ensuring and validating software builds fully complying with product and service requirements and align with the Sponsor's approved standards.
- Testing each product or procedure to verify that it provides the desired functionality/outcome, and to validate its performance in accordance with the acceptance criteria for that functionality.
- Creating and maintaining automated test scripts, test existing applications for compliance with best practices and Sponsor directives.
- Performing regression testing, executing and/or working with mission partners on unit and acceptance testing (UAT).
- Performing testing activities in accordance with the Sponsor's regulations and policies.
- Supporting the self-evaluation of the IT capabilities and report the Accessibility Score.
- Creating, updating and maintaining test support documentation, as approved by the Sponsor, for the lifespan of the product in the Sponsor's document repository.
- Maintaining validation reports for the life of the Sponsor's software build products and services.
What We Offer You- Highly Competitive Salary: Recognizing and rewarding your expertise and contributions.
- Generous Paid Time Off: Providing ample time for rest, relaxation, and personal pursuits.
- Dedicated Training Budget: Supporting continuous learning and professional development.
- 100% Employer-Covered Family Vision, Dental, and Health Insurance: Ensuring comprehensive health coverage for you and your family.
- 100% Employer-Covered Life and Disability Insurance: Offering financial security and peace of mind.
- 401(k) Plan with a 6% Employer Match: Helping you plan and save for a secure retirement, with 100% vesting from day one.
- 11 Paid Government Holidays: Observing national holidays to ensure time off with family and friends.
- Spot Bonuses for Exceptional Performance: Rewarding outstanding contributions and achievements.
SCHEDULE:This is a full-time position with consultants expected to be available and working onsite in Herndon, VA during core hours.
Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us and be part of a team dedicated to driving positive change through technology. Apply now with our easy 3-minute, mobile-friendly initial application process. Your future starts here!
