Abacus Technology

Sr. Test Engineer

Abacus Technology$100K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in test engineering and support
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field
  • Proven ability to plan, coordinate, and implement IT and data center testing activities
  • Experienced in developing test plans and test cases
  • Knowledge of quality assurance processes related to software and mission systems
  • Strong communication skills for engaging with all organizational levels
  • Eligible for a Top Secret clearance with SCI access (TS/SCI)

Responsibilities

  • Document all aspects of testing including methodologies, plans, and results
  • Identify and implement innovative methodologies to enhance testing efficiency
  • Utilize Design of Experiments methods for test program planning and execution
  • Prepare or guide the preparation of test evaluation criteria and technical reports
  • Select engineering techniques to evaluate performance and compliance
  • Review test outcomes for quality and adequacy
  • Innovate solutions to encountered testing challenges
  • Ensure proper configuration of test environments for thorough software testing
  • Manage schedule conflicts across multiple testing releases
  • Support digital engineering concepts, including Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
  • Analyze communications systems for NC3 modernization efforts

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge defense projects
  • Collaborative team environment
  • Exposure to advanced testing methodologies
  • Potential for career growth in a specialized field
  • Comprehensive training and development programs
Full Job Description
Overview

Abacus Technology is seeking a Sr. Test Engineer to provide Test and Evaluation (T&E) support for the Technical Advisory and Assistance Services (TAAS) program at Hanscom AFB.  This is a full-time position.

Responsibilities
  • Document the review, test concept development, test methodology development, test plan development, test execution, and test reporting, data reduction and analysis, and end-user operational testing.
  • Identify, propose, and implement opportunities, novel processes, procedures, and methods to expedite the completion of required testing.
  • Apply Design of Experiments methods to plan and conduct test programs.
  • Independently prepare (or direct others in the preparation of) test evaluation and success criteria, computation/analyses, specifications, cost estimates test plans, and technical reports in the specific area of technical expertise.
  • Select and apply engineering and test techniques and procedures to analyze and evaluate specific problem, data, performance, specification compliance, security, resiliency, or other features of the work.
  • Review and evaluate the quantity, quality, and overall adequacy of results and conclusions drawn from accomplishment of test engineering tasks.
  • Devise new and innovative approaches to problems encountered, and accomplish assigned tasks with efficiency, timeliness, and thoroughness.
  • Evaluate the configuration, capability, operational relevance, and limitations of test environments and ensure they are properly available for the thorough testing of software releases (e.g. fault insertion/fault identification).
  • Deconflict schedule conflicts between multiple releases and provide high quality analysis and recommendations to the program test lead.
  • Apply and support digital engineering concepts and techniques throughout the program lifecycle, such as providing technical support to Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).
  • Provide analysis and recommendations to incorporate communications systems and Modular Open System Architectures (e.g. Open Mission Systems) on host platforms with an NC3 mission to enable NC3 modernization. Analysis considerations should include SWAP-C, HW/SW processing environments, and technology limitations.
Qualifications

10+ years experience in test engineering and support.  Bachelor’s degree in a related field.  Plan, coordinate, and implement all activities related to the testing of IT and data center functions.  Experience developing test plans and test cases.  Must have experience working with test review boards and conducting test readiness reviews.  Possess a broad knowledge of the quality assurance process as it applies to testing and evaluation of software applications and mission systems.  Ability to communicate with all levels of an organization.  Must be willing to provide hands-on testing support when necessary.  Must be a US Citizen and hold a current Top Secret clearance with SCI access (TS/SCI).

 

Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

 

About Abacus Technology

Abacus Technology is a provider of information technology services and solutions to government agencies and the private sector. The company offers a range of services, including cloud computing, cybersecurity, software development, and program management. Abacus Technology was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Chevy Chase, Maryland.
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1983

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